I've also seen people write on basic lands to note the card (though this isn't allowed in tournaments)
At their worst they eat a ping and cost you tempo and often value too
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Its sometimes better having people read it, instead of having to explain what the card does, thus giving away your intentions and crazy plans on the table. I think that, overall, the signed card hobby is still a bit niche. As we head into 2025 and another years slate of in-person events centered around Magic or fantasy art, there are still plenty of Magic players and collectors who still fall into the category of I only get cards signed at events Im attending by artists Im meeting, said Schneider
And when it does, you don't have to get all bummed out
The main thing that keeps decks like Living End and Restore Balance in check is that they come with a significant downside