Card Rulings:Trap of Darkness

Semi-Official

 * This card targets the Normal Trap Card to be copied. Removing from play the card is an effect, not a cost.


 * You resolve the effect of the Normal Trap Card first, and then you remove from play the card. You do not perform the two parts simultaneously.


 * This card cannot be activated in the Damage Step, regardless of whether the targeted Normal Trap Card can.
 * Example: You cannot copy "Time Machine".


 * You must follow the activation conditions and timing restrictions of the targeted Normal Trap Card.
 * Example: You can only copy "Sakuretsu Armor", "Mirror Force", etc when your opponent declares an attack.
 * Example: You can only copy "Trap Hole", "Torrential Tribute", etc when your opponent Summons (an appropriate) monster.


 * Do not pay the cost for the Normal Trap Card.


 * If "Disappear" or "Exchange of the Spirit" removes the Normal Trap Card from the Graveyard, "Trap of Darkness" resolves without effect.


 * If you target "Ring of Destruction", your opponent can chain "My Body as a Shield".


 * If "Scrapiron Scarecrow" is copied, "Trap of Darkness" is Set.


 * If "Blast with Chain" is copied, "Trap of Darkness" does not remain on the field and is not equipped to the monster.