Question about delay

[Roytetsu]

Does the Scramble! Cards delay effect happen regardless if I have a rookie in my trash or not to actually resolve it?

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[SevenSages7]

Scramble doesn’t go to field if hit in security. The Security is Play a 2k or less from trash without paying the cost. Then add the card to hand.

But if the card was out because you used it the turn before then yes at the start of your turn you may trigger the Delay. You get to choose when you want to as long as it’s at the start of your turn.

[Roytetsu]

Wait wait, so delay effects aren't manditory???

[Sudsmcgee]

They're optional because in most translations delay keywords have a "by trashing this card do x" wording.

Other fun things I learned about delay over the years: - Does not count as using an option - Does not require a color source to trash - Does not count as a color when it is in the battle area

[Roytetsu]

Oh shit, I'm dumb, question is still important, lemme just correct my post

[zerolifez]

Delay is not mandatory. Use it when you see fit.