That doesnt stop it from being ludicrous when your game plan is buying back your creatures to cast them again
If there is only one or two red or white drafters, they tend to end up with really strong decks

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The Red/White combo isn't totally uncommon, but rather than pick up equipment or surge token creatures onto the board, Ragost wants to ping foes while staying alive
I have a secret weapon
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