First, let's talk about Nylea using her in a "fair" way
#MTGEldraine You thought the geese at your local pond had attitude
There are even some more thematic options in Dalakos, Crafter of Wonders, and Temur Ascendancy, if youre playing blue and green as well as red
And there's a real tension you should acknowledge upfront: some players chase that buttery glide above all else, while others want maximum lifespan and don't mind a slightly more controlled grip
Gyarados also carries the nostalgia of being one of the most satisfying evolutions in the original games, a reward for anyone patient enough to grind through Magikarp's uselessness
Alternatively, we can focus on token wins by generating a bunch of eldrazi scions (Brood Monitor) and pumping them with anthems (Coat of Arms) for victory