Twice the Clues off Thraben Inspector, handling two threats with the likes of Loran of the Third Path and Skyclave Apparition, or simply drawing two cards with Spirited Companion and Helpful Hunter are all worth paying 3 mana for
Outside of literally cracking a serialized Golden Chocobo, Saffron writes, I'm not sure how you really come out ahead opening collector boxes at these prices. Losing 30% On a YouTube video on the MTGGoldfish Unboxings channel, Saffron Olive cracks open five Collector Booster Boxes, which cost around $700-$750 each (so about $3500 in total)
And adding in some cheeky wincons like Reckless Fireweaver, Nadier's Nightblade, and Revel in Riches can really push games in your favor
I wish I could play more
There are at least a dozen clones to choose from these days, and Undercover Operative is the latest in a long line
So you can spend money, but you dont need to open your wallet to have fun