Forum:Steelswarm Hercules and Bottomless Trap Hole: Priority Question

Hello,

I'm trying to understand the 2012 change in how priority works. If my opponent normal summons Steelswarm Hercules, can I then immediately activate Bottomless Trap Hole in response to the summon?

In the old rules, my opponent would have priority to activate Steelswarm Hercules' effect, and I would have to chain Bottomless Trap Hole. Bottomless Trap Hole would resolve, remove the monster from play, and then Steelswarm Hercules' effect would kick in, since he doesn't need to remain on the field for his effect to resolve.

My interpretation of the change in mechanics is that when Steelswarm Hercules is summoned, priority is passed to me (the non-turn player) to activate Spell Speed 2 effects, at which point I activate my Bottomless Trap Hole. My opponent is unable to chain Steelswarm Hercules' effect, as it is a Spell Speed 1. Bottomless Trap Hole resolves, removes Steelswarm Hercules, and my opponent does not get the chance to activate Steelswarm Hercules' Ignition effect.

Can someone verify that my interpretation of the change is correct, or if not, shed some light on my hazy grasp of the game mechanic? Thank you, and I hope that you have a good day!

Chillyhellion (talk • contribs) 10:19, March 6, 2013 (UTC)