The undisputed best ramp tool in white gets even better the more players you have in your group, and it rivals Rhystic Study in terms of early-game advantage engines
being named so specifically to this set and setting, its doubtful we ever see it in this exact form again, but the idea of this kind of equipment mechanic seems to be a well that Magic likes to dip into every now and then
Let's look at the Rare cards
But if you broaden your definition beyond simple reanimation, almost every deck has some way to get value out of the yard and if yours doesnt, youre probably not trying hard enough
The high blue mana requirement is less of an issue as he is most frequently played in mono blue decks as a result of their deficiency in two drops
Regardless, youll want to build around +1/+1 counters synergies first to get the most out of your commander