mtg alternative cards Proxy for Magic the Gathering, Custom Art DIY Cards, Power 9, Foil : Toys & Games Why Strixhaven's Alternate Art Cards

In theory (although not in practice, because box distribution isn't truly random), a booster box could contain zero mythics and all bulk rares, or it could contain a complete set of foil mythics

As the supply of Masters sets slowly increased, going from inaccessible to somewhat accessible, the $10 price point seemed about right for the next couple of years, with booster packs and boxes selling for around MSRP or slightly below

Marionette Apprentice does a very similar job at just 2 mana

The uncommon Mentor and Bonder disproportionately reward Flying, Vigilance, Trample, and Menace (since each gets both)

You can also spot Elrond and the Elven Cloak here, too

But more than that, its a great testament to how having a strong flavor and associated mechanical identity can help mitigate the complexity of even the wordiest cards