What puts it over the top is the combination of vigilance and lifelink, as those two together can swing an aggro matchup even through an alpha strike
A collection under a thousand cards can probably be organized by color and be completely accessible
Not only does this mean you have reliable access to key cards such as combo pieces, this effect essentially allows you to utilize non-legendary creatures in a similar fashion to your commander, as long as you're comfortable paying a three-mana premium
Following that, Will and Rowan have lost their sparks and are left to hold the kingdom together, a challenge that may push them beyond their limits
As for card designs, the Sucker Punch part of the Secret Lair drop incorporates Jin Sakai and Atsu, the two protagonists of both games
P/T Number 197 Language English Legal Formats Commander, Legacy, Vintage Not Legal Formats Alchemy, Brawl, Competitive Brawl, Historic, Modern, Pauper, Pioneer, Standard, Timeless Rulings (6/6/2025) While resolving Valefor's first chapter ability, the next opponent in turn order chooses a creature with the greatest mana value among creatures they control, then each other opponent in turn order does the same