While its ability to replace self is a definite bonus, having the repeatability of Penance or Hidden Retreat just stood out as a better option
By exploring this idea, they were able to create new cards and reprints while completely circumventing their Standard problem even in products where tournaments werent the focus
To make room, trim narrow early counters like Force Spike, Mana Tithe, and Spell Snare, since they fall off hard in longer pod games
Or just the ol' threaten and sac, stealing a 6-drop from your opponent for a turn, sacrificing it, and dealing 8 direct damage to any target
First up, you need two additional cards the classic Ashnods Altar as a sacrifice outlet, and Thermal Flux which can turn a permanent into a Snow permanent
Mahadi, Emporium Master The templating on Mahadi is interesting, because it does trigger for every creature that died, but not until the end step