There is the same Animar-Riku disconnect, where Ghave takes in all kinds of spells while Karador really prefers creatures, but I think its better handled here
Making your spells uncounterable gives you a massive edge, especially against other blue decks
Gandalf may sometimes be delayed or defeated, but he always prevails in the end
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(Actually, there are many things more fun than drafting Mirage block, including getting your wisdom teeth pulled, playing 15 straight rounds of Burn mirrors, and trying to get paid for your top 8 at Cardmageddon)
Plus, getting to be the kid in the metaphorical candy shop, picking out pet finishers is half the fun of this sort of deck