Context is Key Theres a sentiment within the MTG community that the cards in Pioneer are weak, and this is the root of many problems
Able to come out on turn three with his Shift ability, this Steel card is crazy good at combat
Hes cheap to play, and gains two lore when at a location
Permanents with counters, like 'Urza's Saga' or 'Everflowing Chalice', are surprisingly common even in normal decks, so keep a sharp eye out
You'll find a passel of them saddled up and ready to take on challengers in these Outlaws of Thunder Junction Commander decks
Lathril is a wincon on its own, and adding in cards like Shaman of the Pack, Skemfar Shadowsage, and Pact of the Serpent gives Lathril EDH decks a lot of options besides simply turning a ball of elves sideways and smashing face