An easy way to get an edge in a game is to pay a single mana to Reanimate a big threat like Grave Titan, even if you lose 6 life while doing it
But I think there might be another way to play this game
Its hard enough to deal with a seven, eight, or nine-drop on the first or second turn, but to have to do so against the absolute best creature in their deck against you
They often have abilities that can be extremely effective if used strategically
Let me beat into your head another time, haste is important to give your muscle bursting creatures and The Fire Crystal is one of the best ways to do so
Third of all, it'll tap lock something for two turns like, say, their Commander, triple nice