I've also snuck in an infinite combo: Satoru Umezawa on the battlefield + Peregrine Drake attacking unblocked + Thousand-Faced Shadow in hand + any other unblocked attacker = infinite mana and infinite damage
(6/16/2023) Legolas, Master Archer's last ability triggers when you cast a spell that has multiple targets as long as at least one of those targets is a creature you don't control
Pridemate's a fine card, but The Destined White Mage makes something beautiful you can put in the command zone
Note this doesn't have to be your dork that died, just any dork
This denial of resources seems similar in many ways to Mill, another oft-loathed strategy, and it must be one of the hardest design spaces to work in for Wizards of the Coast
They stand out through strong tribal support, consistent performance across games, and long-term enjoyment over dozens of Commander nights