The Commander format in Magic: The Gathering has players construct decks around key legendary creatures, providing decks with distinct identities and consistency through a constantly available card
Sure, you need to work for itif casting cantrips or a Brainstorm could be considered workbut the card advantage is immense
Unlike activated abilities that have a cost and a colon, alliance looks for creatures entering the battlefield which could happen in a number of ways, but is not an activated ability
His effect is simple, giving all characters on his field an extra 1000 power by attaching one DON
Electrolyze and even Geist of Saint Traft have limits
Draft around key mechanics like Addendum, Spectacle, Riot, Adapt, and Afterlife in a highly synergistic, multicolor environment