How to Decide Between Three Copies and Two Copies In general, playing three of a card implies that you prefer to see one copy every game, but to draw two less often than one
You can cast it on turn five with no acceleration, and then swing for 10/10 the next turn after activating with mana-making effects you often find in these decks like Chromatic Lantern, Command Tower, and City of Brass
Although Lifestream's Blessing's full potential only activates by paying its Foretell costs, keeping the card handy for the moment you set down a massive creature is a great way to avoid its cancellation while acting as an insurance policy for your life total
Remove Soul is Remove Soul
In the world of MTG, high-leverage cards with distinct downsides can be some of the most fun designs to build around
That's obviously off the table for the Commander 2016 decks