Melira, Sylvok Outcast, Devoted Druid

[Raven316]

Can u still use {devoted druid}'s ability if {Melira, sylvok outcast} is in play

[Quackmaster5]

Can u still use {devoted druid}'s ability if {Melira, sylvok outcast} is in play

Can't over can

It is an activate ability and therefore if the first condition isn't met, you cannot get the mana. If an effect says you can't do something, it trumps what can be done. Just remember that.

[Raven316]

Ok thanks guys

[Brun771]

Did persiste work?

[scarsabrex]

Persist will still bring back the creature, sans the counter.