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316.7. Combat

316.7.a. A Combat occurs as a result of Units controlled by opposing players being present at the same Battlefield.
316.7.b. This could be the result of a Standard Move Intrinsic Ability, a Spell, or other Game Effect.
316.7.c. The source effect does not change the structure or flow of Combat once initiated.
316.7.d. A Combat can only occur between two players. See rule 459. Combat for more information.
316.7.e. Play proceeds following the steps of combat. See rule 463. The Steps of Combat for more information.
316.7.f. Combat will also include a Showdown.