The thing is, to be able to pay 1 mana and have this card in play, you need to discard it or have it trade off, so your classic discard and draw effects in red can help you here
Combine the thrill of drafting with the excitement of cracking packsnow infused with Final Fantasy magic
Whether youre looking for a few one-shot pieces to help keep your momentum going, a constant engine to keep you stocked throughout the game, or a blast of cards to overwhelm opponents on the spot, youll find what you need in the most ambitious color
The elevation, the perspective, the depth, crepuscular/nocturnal, lots of greenery
That's if you just calculate it
This alone makes it a powerful card, but if you activate the second ability on Academy Ruins, on your upkeep to put Mindslaver back on the top of your library, then you draw it on your turn, repeat the process, and play the game alone