I thought I'd just let everybody know that rulings have been clarified for A-Counters.
The A-Counters themselves have no effect....period.
The only time they will cause the monster to lose ATK when battling an "Alien" monster is if that monster specifically says so, or another effect gives them that ability ("Otherworld - The "A" Zone" for example).
The A-Counters themselves have no effect....period.
The only time they will cause the monster to lose ATK when battling an "Alien" monster is if that monster specifically says so, or another effect gives them that ability ("Otherworld - The "A" Zone" for example).
And...UDE FAQ said:The effect to reduce the ATK of monsters with A-Counters is an effect of this card. If this card (or another with the same effect) is not on the field, then a monster with an A-Counter will not lose ATK while battling an "Alien".
Joy...UDE FAQ said:"Alien Hunter" does not have the A-Counter ATK reduction effect. So if it is the only "Alien" you control, and it battles a monster with an A-Counter, that opposing monster will NOT lose 300 ATK.