Tax Collector Tax Collector lets you choose between taxing opponents spells or detaining a problematic creature
They represent unique printings, fan-favorites (like Gengar, Pikachu, Umbreon, Mimikyu), and opportunities for value growth, especially when you find holo versions, special stamps, or PSA-graded gems
This might seem underwhelming but that mana adds up, making this a speed bump that can slow your foes down long enough for you to take the lead
That said, this set doesnt really favor three-color decks, and splashing a third color is usually only viable if you're playing greenwhich has slightly better mana fixing
It is really not that great of a threat when you are too far behind in the tempo game
Magic peddler Wizards of the Coast says they are choosing to forgo..advanced notice and roll[ing] out these changes as soon as possible. While the latter three were set to cycle out in the fourth quarter of the year anyway, Cauldron Familiar wasnt scheduled to leave standard until the tail-end of 2021, so thats a big change