Game Mechanics

This section covers the core game mechanics specific to the Commander format implementation.

Contents

• Game State - Core state tracking and management
• State-Based Actions - Commander-specific state checks and automatic game actions
• Triggered Abilities - Commander-specific triggered abilities and effects
• Random Elements - Testing random elements like coin flips and dice rolls
• Testing Guide - Special considerations for testing Commander mechanics

The game mechanics section defines how the Commander format's unique rules are implemented and enforced within our game engine, including:

• Commander-specific state tracking
• Unique state-based actions like commander damage checks
• Special triggered abilities for command zone interactions
• Format-specific mechanics like Lieutenant and Partner triggers
• Handling multiple player elimination and game completion
• Randomized mechanics like coin flips and dice rolls

These mechanics build on the foundational Magic: The Gathering rules while incorporating the unique aspects of the Commander format. The implementation is designed to be both accurate to the official rules and performant for multiplayer gameplay.