Traditionally, Un -sets have been utilized as test space for future Magic designs, so it would make sense to see this sort of evolution
The combination of limited-edition direct-sales product line and non-fantasy outside IP touched a lot of nerves, but the really big precedent was the decision to print these as mechanically unique, tournament-legal cards ensuring that Rick, Steadfast Leader would soon go down in history as an unlikely staple of tournament Magic
And finally, theres the more difficult but very real reason: Sometimes you simply need the money
If youre ever at a GP and you see a giant flashing CUBE DRAFT sign, go over, say hi, and be ready to draft
(Damage and effects that say "destroy" don't destroy it.) Adaptive Automaton Rarity: Rare TYPE: Artifact Creature SUBTYPE: Construct CMC: 3 Mana cost: USD: $0.35 EUR: 0.59 TIX: 0.02 EDHREC RANK: 1752 (2/2) As this creature enters, choose a creature type
One card that really stuck with me was the Sixth Edition print of Fear