A 2/2 is more than capable of swinging in in Pauper, and Reach lets it hold off the many Fliers in the format
Just watch out for certain Exile spells like Swords to Plowshares or Vraskas Contempt that would make recasting Optimus more expensive (the Commander tax applies to both sides), or other annoying blue cards like Capture Sphere that doesnt kill him but does prevent attacking and blocking
[9] [28] The first cards were shown on February 17, and several additional character cards were spoiled after that, each on that character's birthday
Last updated on August 31, 2025 Valakut Exploration | Illustration by Jesper Ejsing Landfall is one of the most popular mechanics in Magic, a simple yet potent ability that generates value whenever a land enters under your control
While this card currently stands at over double the price of the all-gold Hyper Rare version, there's a strong likelihood the gap between these two cards might continue to grow narrower over time
This Supporter card is a classic powerhouse from the Black & White era, being identical in function to Scarlet & Violet's Iono card in effect, making both you and your foe shuffle your hand into your deck and draw cards equal to the remaining Prize Cards you have