May I activate an ability in the draw step before my opponent enters their first mainphase?

Asked by Zacoly 9 years ago

Black Cat + Qarsi High Priest on their draw step before the mainphase. Is this legal? When do I get priority on an opponent's turn to use active abilities or instants?

Slycne says... Accepted answer #1

Yes, while it is often shortcut during play, technically both players must pass over an empty stack in order to progress through the steps of a turn. At the end of the draw phase there is a round of priority passing back and forth before your opponent can enter their first main phase.

February 12, 2015 1:45 a.m.