Forum:ATK/DEF changing effects at the end of the damage step?

Okay, so this one has always confused me.

Can one activate ATK/DEF spells or traps at the end of the damage step?

Here's an example scenario. I attack and destroy Exploder Dragon. His effect activates in the graveyard as soon as he's destroyed. Can I use Forbidden Garment, since it's still the Damage Step? Or can nothing be activated at this time? The Pope 21:11, August 20, 2012 (UTC)