When you consider the lore implications, the flavor text on this card might be some of the most disturbing I've seen on an MTG card: "Run!" screamed its living mouths
Without a way to kill your Commander and Oko, you're locked into a situation where your Commander is held hostage
Blood Scrivener isnt the second coming of Dark Confidantand its not particularly closebut Id be shocked if he wasnt at least a role-player in new Standard
Currently there is a general perception that the overall quality of Magic cards has been severely declining over the years
Preordain Lovely little card, see two or three cards, draw one you want now and more likely one you want next turn
Additionally, Gideon's -2 provides flexibility in the form of removal, capable of destroying target tapped creature, while its characteristic 0 ability temporarily allows it to function as an indestructible 5/5