(Whenever this creature becomes the target of a spell or ability an opponent controls, counter it unless that player pays 2 life.) Prowess (Whenever you cast a noncreature spell, this creature gets +1/+1 until end of turn.) Any spell you cast that doesn't have the type creature will cause prowess to trigger
Both will die Neither will die Neither will die Both will die The logic is simple - both creatures have to match the exact colour or exact colour combination
Your gameplan revolves around giving away permanents with huge drawbacks and expired gift receipts while you reap the rewards for your generosity in the form of lots of cards and life
It can rapidly grow its stats with +1/+1 counters, which can then be turned into ten total mana
While this isnt very exciting, it seems thats as fast as were going to get in Standard at least
With Sylvan Library, youre still going to have to draw the cards you dont need, with Excavations you can just save them for later and increase your odds of getting the draw you need