Card effects contradicting the game's rules
Ruling issued on November 16th 2024

Situation:
I destroy my opponent's only base, reducing its durability to zero. They respond by playing the Neutral reaction Mutually Assured Destruction, which states they do not lose the game. Why would a card contradict the game's rules like that? Have I won the game or not?

Ruling:
Card effects can override the game's rules. If a card's effect states that something happens, it does, even if it contradicts the rules. In this case, you have not won the game yet. However, the effect of your opponent's card indicates that they will lose on their next turn. Survive one more turn, and victory will be yours!