Once it hits the field, you'll be gaining double life any time you gain life
Years ago, when this rule was likely established, not everyone played with opaque sleeves
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Venture Into the Dungeon/ Take the Initiative The problem with this mechanic is mainly that it's not that common
Customers may spend a while perusing the store, only to spend a couple of dollars on a single booster pack
So while it was never certain that players would draw an Ace Spec card, their effects gave players, in theory at least, a big advantage if they managed to get one into their hand and into play
