You even get Urza, Lord High Artificer who started out as an archaeologist himself
Its numbered 8 in the D23 set, has the number 8 to show its original set (more below), and has the D23 logo symbol
Unless there are more anomalies like that, it looks poised to keep growingall the Near Mint listings without photos at time of writing are for over $800
While I said I have done versions with very few creatures I think they are inherently worse as they are not utilising one of greens main strengths to the best extent
Tekuthal should get some credit for doing just that, establishing himself as one of the most powerful members of Phyrexia: All Will Be Ones Dominus cycle
If I am only ever giving "bad" or even neutral gifts I should expect to see lots of counterspells, lots of opposition from my opponents, and a hard time establishing enough of a board to actually start executing my plan