Because many of these effects also hit multiple targets, you can target an additional ETB creature and generate tons of value in the process
THE MYCOSYNTH GARDENS You might not immediately reach for The Mycosynth Gardens when building an Equipment deck, but let me sell it to you real quick
Archetypes clearly exist in cube, but it's all a lot looser
Sorcery Treason of Isengard Put up to one target instant or sorcery card from your graveyard on top of your library
The deck has a fantastic early ramp package, mixing a blend of the usual suspects with unique picks that help this deck feel different: Inspiring StatuaryInspiring Statuary Nature's LoreNature's Lore Sword of the AnimistSword of the Animist From there, the deck curves out well with high-value Equipment that even decks not focused on the archetype could make great use of: Trailblazer's BootsTrailblazer's Boots Champion's HelmChampion's Helm Darksteel PlateDarksteel Plate It doesnt rely on high value spells it only has 10 cards mana value five or more, partially because itll sink a decent amount of mana into equip costs
Emet-Selch, Unsundered In MTG Modern Emet-Selch, Unsundered showing up in Modern Grixis Control lists is a fairly recent MTG phenomenon