Later on, Co-Leader designer posted this letter to the Lorcana Discord, which goes into more detail on why the two cards were banned: Dear Illumineers, We are writing to address the recent decision to ban the cards Hiram Flaversham –
Heliod, Sun-Crowned Top of the list has to go to everyones least favorite Theros god in the form that anchors a thousand combos
Value Cards: Breya, Etherium Shaper Akiri, Line-Slinger Baleful Strix Armory Automaton Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder Faerie Artisans Godo, Bandit Warlord Hellkite Tyrant Coastal Breach Skullclamp Blinkmoth Urn Curse of Vengeance Basically all of these are incredibly solid cards with high utility somewhere, and then Curse of Vengeance just hasnt ever been reprinted
Illustrated by Vladimir Krisetskiy Standard Not Legal Alchemy Not Legal Pioneer Not Legal Historic Not Legal Modern Not Legal Brawl Not Legal Legacy Banned Comp
It is possible, however, and even quite effective, if you bring the right commander along
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