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17.4 Captured fighters and infantry do not belong to any player and ground forces, the excess hits have no effect. are returned only when an ability instructs the capturing player RELATED TOPICS: Invasion, Planetary Shield
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Source: Twilight Imperium: Fourth Edition - Living Rules Reference: Prophecy of Kings
Expansion: Prophecy of Kings
Version: 2.0
Reference: Rule 17.4