I also really like connive, so a card that has both phasing and connive speaks to me a lot
The only problem was that it seemed a little too complicated for me
As with any critic with any kind of worthwhile opinions, I began with my own presuppositions and biases (my #1 deck didn't change despite poring over dozens of historical Top 8s and ancient .txt format tournament reports on what remains of The Dojo)
One option is to play Affinity as a toolbox style deck, using Urza's Saga to tutor up whatever low-cost artifact is needed
Between format-defining sets, blockbuster Universes Beyond crossovers, and one spectacular disaster, there's a lot to sort through
Timetwister not only will help you fish for what you need, but also can force your opponent to discard some things they might consider vital