Its also a burst of damage directed at opponents boards based on the number of lands you control
Yoni Skolnik, a principal game designer at Wizards of the Coast, said in a blog post that when the team approached the set, they were careful to find a way to let people enjoy their nostalgia without alienating everyone else that also honored the emotional resonance of the games. As such, the final product is full of little narrative Easter eggs that hint at, but never spoil, major plot beats from the games
Not having flash is a big downside but I think that balances out by having a disturb cost
While its power was undeniable, particularly with the combo triggering a turn-4 win, the cards ban was deeply emotional
Im a huge fan of modality in cards, which is why I love the included board wipes in the form of Cleansing Nova, Austere Command, and Dismantling Wave