On her own, shes already annoying, a two-turn Dig Through Time glued to a three-mana planeswalker
Controlling decks often use it to win counterwars to keep from dying to opponent's combos, while combo decks use it to protect their combos and force through their game-winning play
The Despot gives the controlling player Monarch status, and at the start of each upkeep a 5/5 red Dragon creature with flying ability is put into play as long as you remain in possession of that status
"We know that Foundations will be Standard legal for 5 years, but how long will it stay in print?"
Creatures like Alesha and Bloodthirsty Conqueror provide strong abilities and combos, influencing gameplay dynamics
Clue tokens proved to be a major step forward for Magic design, writes Magic's Head Designer Mark Rosewater in his The History of Tokens, Part 3 article