Whenever Whiplash attacks, if he's equipped, each opponent loses X life and you gain X life, where X is the number of Equipment attached to him
Remember successful cards and packages and keep an eye out for new contexts for them - Here I started with the Risen Reef/Master of Waves decks I had had success with in the past as a potential home for the Arid Archway, Spelunking, Arboreal Grazer, Three Steps package I wanted to try
Pinsir is a typically scary or intimidating Pokemon with almost alien-like features, so seeing it in such an adorable pose and comforting background makes it a memorable piece of artwork
Entreat the Angels Setting up a miracle can take a little time or a lot of luck, but Entreat the Angels gives you a decent payoff for it
Magnetic Mountain A lot of early cards from Magic really hosed colors
Using companions gives you a material reward for your sacrifice, AND shows off what youre doing right from the start so your opponents can appreciate it