In modern-day Limited formats, you really need to start playing on turn two or else youll be in trouble when your opponent has a fast draw
Niko, Light of Hope My first thought is to slam Niko, Light of Hope into a blink deck
If damage is dealt by a source with Lifelink, life will always be gained right alongside it
This means False Peace can be Deflecting Swatted back at yourself, whereas Empty City Ruse can only be deflected onto another opponent
For example, let's say you play all of your spells on curve, but your opponent plays nothing on turn one, a two-mana spell on turn two, a two-mana spell on turn three, a two-mana spell on turn four, and so on
These versatile objects offer varying benefits from providing additional abilities every turn, helping you gather lore, or slow down your opponent