Again, in a different deck, this could really shine
Once secret rares are factored in, the total rises to around 130 cards still more compact than most recent expansions
6 Asmoranomardicadaistinaculdacar That's Asmo, For Short The problem standing between Wizards and printing Asmo was the length of its name, which was long enough that a mana cost couldn't fit on the card
For example, Greater Basilisk's deathtouch ability will likely convince an opponent to avoid blocking even if they possess a creature with greater power and toughness than Greater Basilisk because even a single point of damage would mean their creature's death
It is quite hard not broadcasting when you have Cryptic in your hand but then it is also quite hard to play around it effectively even with that knowledge
Mechanics[] Card draw: Blue is the color of knowledge and research