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How does a Monster Surge work, including when no open Gate matches the Omen?

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The Surge number applies to each open Gate that matches the current Omen. For a Surge of 2, two Monsters spawn at each such Gate. If no Gate matches the Omen, spawn one Gate (with its Monster) instead.

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