Multiple Mirror of the Ice Barriers: New Rulings Stack Their Effects
Introduction:
In the ever-evolving world of Yu-Gi-Oh!, rulings play a crucial role in shaping the game’s strategies and interactions. Recently, a significant update has emerged regarding the card “Mirror of the Ice Barrier,” bringing new implications for its usage in duels.
Stacked Banishments:
Previously, activating multiple copies of Mirror of the Ice Barrier did not stack their banishing effects. However, the latest rulings have overturned this, allowing for a cumulative effect. As a result, up to 4 cards can now be banished from an opponent’s hand if multiple Mirror of the Ice Barrier cards are activated in a single turn.
Battle Phase Effects:
Another notable change pertains to the effect of “Nekroz of Valkyrus.” If an attacking monster is no longer face-up in the Monster Zone due to an effect like “Compulsory Evacuation Device,” the Battle Phase will no longer end. Similarly, this applies to other effects that grant immunity or protect monsters from banishment.
Shrine of Wedju’s Activation:
The activation of “Shrine of Wedju” now has expanded circumstances. Previously, the effect could only be applied when a “Millennium” monster was destroyed by battle or effect and there were less than 5 cards in the Spell & Trap Zones. Now, under certain conditions, the effect can still be applied even when Shrine of Wedju is destroyed or when there are 5 cards in the Spell & Trap Zones.
Sangen Summoning and Tenpai Dragon:
An intriguing interaction between “Sangen Summoning” and “Tenpai Dragon of Genroku” has been clarified. If Varudras’ banishing effect is chained to the activation of Tenpai Dragon’s second effect while Sangen Summoning is in play, the activation will be negated. This is because Sangen Summoning only applies