Third, the mana costs are all lined up so they each require three colored mana
hexproof is a prime example
The big one is Typecycling, which lets you search your library for a specific card type and add it to your hand instead of drawing a card as normal
Its easy when the system itself mandates them, like how opening random booster packs creates competition for cards in draft
Realizing now what a good marketing strategy this was for Final Fantasy , Im curious to see what other brands that already have their own card games decide to collaborate with Magic
The downside is, old beaky is going to be a prime target for removal, as until you've used its ability to convert the exiled cards into life gain, they have a chance to extract them from its stomach