The first expansion set, Arabian Nights, was released in December 1993, marking the beginning of a tradition where each new set expands the game with fresh mechanics, artwork, and narrative continuity
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You choose which Equipment to unattach as Akiri's second ability resolves
It doesn't copy whether that creature is tapped or untapped, whether it has any counters on it or Auras and Equipment attached to it, or any non-copy effects that have changed its types, color, or so on
Just gaining life twice before an attack makes this a 4 power hitter, which is really good in the limited environment, especially if gaining life pads your ability to take a hit in response
These are decks to watch out for as you prepare for tournaments