Even though it appeared in both Mirage and Tempest , it was completely disrespected
Clear Sphere Clear Spheres will clear out any stat node and convert it into an empty node
Once an opponent has defenses to prevent your deathtouch critters from getting through, it's time to swap to proliferate
His evasive nature keeps him from being challenged by most other characters as well, unless Captain Hook, Master Swordsman is in play
The boost to some of Magics weaker creatures opens up all manner of intriguing possibilities, including making creature tokens nigh unblockable, doubling up on Disguised creatures Ward protection, and more
Self-milling strategies arent something Im overly excited about, but I acknowledge that the ability is on the card so that you have a chance to mill over a historic permanent you can play even if your graveyard has been nuked