As a brief mathematical aside (feel free to check my work, Quandrix nerds), here is a short comparison of non-generic/staple overlaps with the appropriate predecessor across each Secrets of Strixhaven Commander deck, not counting Sol Ring or Arcane Signet nor generic/staple lands: 7 cards from Silverquill Influence overlap with Silverquill Statement 10 cards in Witherbloom Pestilence to Witherbloom Witchcraft 10 cards in Prismari Artistry to Prismari Performance 5 cards in Lorehold Spirit to Lorehold Legacies 9 cards in Quandrix Unlimited to Quantum Quandrix Seeing the data laid out as such, it's hard to justify my vibes-based analysis as anything more than a poorly calibrated vibes antenna
One deck in particular is the reason we remember this card, but it would still be worth remembering anyway
I dont know that the second ability has much infinite potential here just because its tough to convert energy into mana, but even activating it once at the right time could be extremely impactful (for instance, with a copy or two of Aether Revolt on deck)
7 | Natural Order As well cover numerous times throughout this list, tutors are some of the best spells in MTG
Unfortunately, Chainer possesses a drawback, making a player exile all nightmares they control when Chainer leaves the battlefield
2 Arcades, The Strategist The Best Offense Is A Good Defense Defender decks have long held a warm place in plenty of Magic fans hearts, and Arcades, the Strategist is one of the more popular ones to run since he does so much
