The Dependent Ability associated with the Dependent Keyword is Inactive on the card with the Dependent Keyword until the Condition is met, when it becomes Active 1. The Dependent Ability is present on the card for the sake of reference or evaluation until the Condition is met See rule 720. Inactive for more information 2. The Dependent Ability is Active exactly as written while the Condition is true Example: Gustwalker has “[Level3][>] I have +1 [M] and Ganking.” As long as its controller has 3 XP, Gustwalker’s Ganking is active.
§ 727.1.b Core Rules PDF (officieel)
§ 727 Keywords can be Dependent Keywords
§ 727.1 A Dependent Keyword is comprised of both a Condition that it is short for, and an ability of some format immediately after the Keyword itself. EXAMPLE: Noxus Hopeful has “[Legion][>] I cost [2] less.” [Legion] is short for the condition “if you have played another card this turn, this card gains [Te…