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Official rule · Prophecy of Kings · Rule 78.2

Space Combat

Official rule text

78.2 If an ability occurs “before combat,” it occurs immediately before the “Anti-Fighter Barrage” step. a During the first round of a combat, “start of combat” and “start of combat round” effects occur during the same timing window. b During the last round of a combat, “end of combat” and “end of combat round” effects occur during the same timing window. To resolve a space combat, players perform the following steps:

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Source: Living Rules Reference and FAQ - Prophecy of Kings
Expansion: Prophecy of Kings
Version: 2.0
Reference: Rule 78.2

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