Can Two Legendary Creatures Be On The Battlefield?
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The answer to this question is no, as the legend rule states that a player cannot control more than one legendary permanent with the same name at the same time, and if a player would control more than one legendary creature with the same name, they must sacrifice all but one of them. This rule applies to all legendary permanents, including creatures, artifacts, enchantments, planeswalkers, and lands, and is a state-based action that is checked immediately after a legendary permanent enters the battlefield.
Understanding the Legend Rule
The legend rule is a fundamental rule in Magic: The Gathering that prevents players from controlling multiple legendary permanents with the same name at the same time. This rule is in place to prevent players from abusing legendary creatures and to make the game more balanced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Have Two Legendary Creatures With The Same Name?
No, the legend rule prevents players from controlling more than one legendary permanent with the same name at the same time.
Can I Copy A Legendary Creature?
Yes, you can copy a legendary creature, but the copy will have the same name as the original, and you will have to sacrifice one of them.
Can Planeswalkers Be Legendary Creatures?
Yes, all planeswalkers have the legendary supertype and are subject to the legend rule.
Can I Have Multiple Planeswalkers On The Battlefield?
Yes, you can have multiple planeswalkers on the battlefield, but you cannot have multiple planeswalkers with the same name.
Can Legendary Creatures Be Commanders?
Yes, legendary creatures can be commanders, but some planeswalkers can also be commanders if they have the specific ability.
Can I Mutate A Legendary Creature?
Yes, you can mutate a legendary creature, and the mutated creature will have a different name, allowing you to have multiple legendary creatures with the same original name on the battlefield.
Does Deathtouch Work On Planeswalkers?
No, deathtouch does not work on planeswalkers because they are not creatures.
Can Angels Become Planeswalkers?
No, angels cannot become planeswalkers because they do not have a soul.
Does Mirage Mirror Become A Creature?
No, Mirage Mirror does not become a creature when it copies a creature, it remains an artifact.
What Happens If I Mutate On Top Of A Legendary Creature?
If you mutate on top of a legendary creature, you can cast another copy of the legendary creature without it being affected by the legend rule.
Does Molten Echoes Work With Legendary Creatures?
No, Molten Echoes does not work with legendary creatures because it can only copy creature types, not supertypes like legendary.
Can I Have Two Chandras On The Battlefield?
Yes, you can have two different Chandra planeswalkers on the battlefield, but you cannot have two Chandra planeswalkers with the same name.
Can Legendary Planeswalkers Be Commanders?
Yes, some legendary planeswalkers can be commanders if they have the specific ability.
Can I Populate A Legendary Creature Token?
Yes, you can populate a legendary creature token, but you will have to sacrifice one of the tokens if you populate it.
Can I Have Two Of The Same Legendary Creatures On The Battlefield If I Copy One?
No, if you copy a legendary creature, you will have to sacrifice one of them because the copy will have the same name as the original.
Can Planeswalkers Have Summoning Sickness?
No, planeswalkers do not have summoning sickness because they are not creatures.
Can I Double Cast A Legendary Creature?
No, you cannot double cast a legendary creature because the legend rule prevents you from controlling multiple legendary permanents with the same name at the same time.