a chapter triggers whenever the number of lore counters are equal to, or surpass the chapter number
This is a darker, moodier expansion built around Mega Darkrai ex, Mega Evolution spectacle, and a selection of full art cards that lean into shadows, chaos, glowing effects, and some surprisingly strong character moments
Too many people abuse this silent agreement that lands should be left alone and go overboard by stapling strong effects and interactions in their land base, knowing people likely arent running the correct targeted removal to deal with it
The problem is that you are paying seven mana for this huge swing which is usually far too late
: If Frodo is a Scout, it becomes a Halfling Rogue with "Whenever this creature deals combat damage to a player, that player loses the game if the Ring has tempted you four or more times this game
While this effect is quite strong by its own merit, Gix's seven-mana activated ability allows it to continue to provide value to your strategy well into the late game