Official rule text
8 2.6 The first paragraph of each action card is presented in bold text and describes the timing of when that card’s ability can be resolved. a If an action card contains the word “Action,” a player must use a component action during the action phase to resolve the ability. A player cannot resolve a component action if they cannot completely resolve its ability. b Multiple action cards with the same name cannot be played during a single timing window to affect the same units or game effect. Canceled cards are not treated as being played. 2.7 To play an action card, a player reads and resolves the card’s ability text, making any decisions as prompted by the card. Then, that player discards the card, placing it in the action discard pile. 2.8 If an action card is canceled, that card has no effect and is discarded. RELATED TOPICS: Abilities, Component Action, Politics, Status Phase 3 ACTION PHASE During the action phase, each player takes a turn in initiative order. During a player’s turn, they perform a single action. After each player has taken a turn, player turns begin again in initiative order. This process continues until all players have passed. 3.1 During a player’s turn, they may perform one of the following three types of actions: a strategic action, a tactical action, or a