Not only does it add fun flavor to sets that are themed around characters going on quests, but these are versatile modal cards that can be very powerful
Sure, it costs a bit more to activate than Mutavault, but this is more akin to Faceless Haven
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Iconic Masters reveals are underway at HASCON
Sword of the Realms gives this MDFC some flexibility if you need to resort to pumping up a different creature instead
We already knew this set would mix Acorn (Un-set and casual play only) and Eternal (Vintage, Legacy, and Commander legal) cards, but cards like Carnival Carnivore, which gives you a ticket and lets you put a sticker on a nonland permanent, will be making the unexpected move of bringing an Un-set mechanic to the wider game