I started playing Commander back when it was still called Elder Dragon Highlander
You pay 1 life, but the payoff is flexibilityyou can either stack a +1/+1 counter on it to grow taller, or create a spirit token with endure
Setzer, Wandering Gambler* Setzer desperately wants you to have Edgar from the main set around, so that you can win all the coin flips you get to make these perfectly fine treasures that crewing and attacking with The Blackjack will get you
The finnicky nature of the Gallery definitely detracts from the overall experience, since I have no idea if my creations will be saved until after I exit away from them (in which case theyre gone for good if they didnt save)
Jumpstart is perfect for playing with friends that dont have MTG cards, or to introduce new players to the game
cards in your play area to pay a cards cost, you cant play it yet