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Oko, Thief of Crowns Don't let Oko's first and last ability fool you

As alternate styles become more plentiful, many options will be available for people who want specific card effects for a reasonable price

Plus, you know, it can draw 15 cards by itself

The community uproar following its reveal, alone, was a strong indicator of that

This printing of the card was its first since it debuted in the Tempest set in 1997, so the novelty factor of that plus the supreme scarcity of From the Vault cards means this cards price point hovers above $100

If you're just playing it as a sweeper, you get the Blood Artist effect for free, and some decks can lean into that part of the card