A typical play pattern back in the day was casting your first Jar, finding a second copy of it, casting it again, and then eliminating your opponent with the help of Megrim
A very, very early run here, you can tell by the lack of the shadow around the box border of Charizard, which is what makes this valuable
Its very difficult to remove, and drains your opponent for 2 when it dies (usually 4, including the creature that was sacrificed to pay the ward cost)
Since market prices fluctuate with every reprint or limited BOX release, timing your purchase is crucial
Smagol, Helpful Guide Smagol, Helpful Guide is a solid Golgari tempo commander
Its full-art, is exceptionally beautiful, and is very minimalist in its aesthetic which is a popular bonus in the collector community