If you're not able to get Sumerian Talisman into play, you'll have virtually no way to replenish your hand
Since it counts your draw step, your zombies essential start with +2/+2, but you can easily accent that thanks to cards like Distant Melody, Varina, Lich Queen, and Kindred Discovery
I wouldnt want to stare down that barrel, either! Alaborn soldier Illustrated by Kev Walker Standard Not Legal Alchemy Not Legal Pioneer Not Legal Historic Not Legal Modern Not Legal Brawl Not Legal Legacy Legal Comp
It can be a big deal even in blue decks, spreading out the cost of your effects between your colours (assuming you are fairly even split already) typically makes your life a lot easier
If the format eventually tends toward midrange, be prepared to see this card a lot

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