Im not being unserious when I say that many modern designs for pushed high rarity cards feel closer to the sloppy wishlist designs of yesteryears reddit fan edits than the resource-management focused card game I learned the ropes with
Typical Characteristics Few examples at auction yearly Specialist dealer networks Strong collector competition Confidence Factors Correct starlight holofoil pattern and depth Proper font kerning and 1st Edition stamp ink saturation Accurate color palette and (back) blue-to-purple gradient GRADING EXPERT'S TAKE Trading Card Market Analyst High confidence due to clear images of both sides allowing for precise identification of set, edition, and surface condition markers
The different characteristics apply both to the creature spell on the stack and the permanent on the battlefield
In this case, the very first remains one of the best
Unfortunately, the set doesnt stand up to the others in the format at the moment
While this is already a compelling reason to run Afterlife Insurance in Silverquill, the Disputant decks, you dont need a massive Storm-esque turn