The former approach is harder to counter, and, in a stroke of thematic resonance, gives each individual Knight token a shot at Commander glory
I also wanted to find new ways to push into monocolor play while giving players color flexibility when drafting
(Plus Merlin, Shapeshifter in his own human form.) Each of the shapeshifting Merlin cards offers a different boon when they first arrive on the table and when they leave, presenting the opportunity to combine them with cards that cycle them in and out of your hand to stack up the benefits
Shared Roots and Into the North are strictly better Rampant Growth variants if supported
Yawgmoth's Bargain (VMA-147) - Vintage Masters Yawgmoth's Bargain (VMA-147) - Vintage Masters Wizards of the Coast This item is like new, pulled from a sealed pack
Target creature you control gains double strike until end of turn