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Is placing a development optional, and do mandatory powers still apply?

The designer (Tom Lehmann) answered this directly on BoardGameGeek, and the rulebook is consistent with it.

  • Tom Lehmann · Designer · 2008-01-10
  • Race for the Galaxy rulebook · Rulebook · CARD POWERS

Placing is optional, but you must still use any non-optional Develop powers. An optional power becomes required if it is the only way to place the card you revealed.

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