Cards that are harder to find, such as first-edition holographic cards or promotional cards with limited print runs, tend to hold their value better over time
Then there's Samwise the Stouthearted , another white creature that can bring a creature back from the graveyard, if you don't mind being tempted by the Ring
Magic's been experimenting with new foiling and printing techniques ever since Commander Legends introduced etched foils, but gilded is possibly the nicest
This is a very slow spell - you don't want to be playing Stock Up on turn three when facing aggro - but later in the game it gives you really good access to the cards in your deck, making it perfect for controlling, spells-heavy decks
Wondering how you could possibly draw the right deck at the right time
Vandalizing your cards may seem ridiculous, especially to those in the habit of sleeving every last common they own