The Split Second ability makes it a formidable force, practically leaving your opponents helpless
Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer is a menace in the early game since it generates Treasures and impulsive draws whenever it connects
the risk of it sitting in your hand forever needs to be taken into account
it began to break 10-15% of the metagame which, in Modern, is a huge share for a single deck
Force your opponent to discard his or her hand, and then quickly win via Shrieking Affliction and Davriel, Rogue Shadowmage
This is an incredibly useful card to use early when there aren't many cards in the player's graveyard, so they can increase the chances they get what they want