The Old King's Crown · Board game rules
When does Poisoner's Ball effect trigger: printed or gained?
Quick answer
The Poisoner's Ball effect triggers during its associated Effects Step, whether printed or gained.
Details
Effects in The Old King’s Crown are triggered automatically in their designated Effects Step (e.g., Night or Winter Effects Step), regardless of whether they are printed on a card or gained through abilities [p.9 — EFFECTS]. The source (printed vs. gained) does not alter the timing of the trigger.
If the Poisoner’s Ball is an Effect (denoted by a hexagonal border), it will resolve during the Step specified by its rules. For example, if it states "Night Effects Step," it triggers then. Gained effects function identically to printed ones unless explicitly stated otherwise [p.46 — GAINED].
Watch out: If the Poisoner’s Ball is an ability (not an Effect), its trigger timing depends on its text. Abilities may specify conditions like "when..." or "after...," which override generic rules. Always check the card’s exact wording for exceptions.