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Game Startup = a phase?

By Fecktor, 2008-12-12 00:19:10+00:00 in Arkham Horror Second Edition

Posted at 2008-12-12 00:19:10+00:00

Does abilities that takes place in "Any Phase" (like Monterey Jack's ability, for example) kicks in during Game Startup or not?

If yes, is there an official ruling that anyone can link to here, because I couldn't find any.

Thanks!

Posted at 2008-12-12 00:43:32+00:00

Yes it's in the rules...look through them

Posted at 2008-12-12 02:26:05+00:00

MrsGamura said:

Yes it's in the rules...look through them

Oh, rly? Prove it!

Posted at 2008-12-12 02:44:01+00:00

p. 5:

Abilities that affect drawing cards from the card decks, such as Monterey Jack’s Archaeology ability, do work when drawing random possessions at the start of the game.

Posted at 2008-12-12 05:00:03+00:00

Interesting answers, thanks! I guess that settles it, then...

Posted at 2008-12-12 08:48:01+00:00

However, as far as I know, this does not apply to abilities that are once per turn (like Jaqueline's or Leo's abilities).

Posted at 2008-12-12 19:30:45+00:00

jhaelen said:

MrsGamura said:

Yes it's in the rules...look through them

Oh, rly? Prove it!

I am not 100% certain it was in the rules or FAQ. However it was officially answered at one point. Investigator special abilities can be used during setup.