This gives it the chance to survive a Move that would normally knock it out in one turn
In later generations, particularly when its evolution Magmortar was introduced in Generation IV, Magmar's utility expanded, allowing players to evolve it further through trade with a Magmarizer.\n\nThe enduring presence of Magmar across generations is due in part to its unique combat capabilities and its evolution line
Gandalf, Westward Voyager Im quite happy with cards which have incentives for casting bigger spells (without necessarily making them cheaper, which is often a path to brokenness)
Obviously, there are the usual Simic +1/+1 counter strategies, but you can also use Krajs ability to give it the activated ability of a creature that untaps itself, thereby creating an infinite loop
This time around we have a fake Pokemon Fusion Strike booster box straight out of China
012/99 (2012) x Arcanin Ex Trainer Kit 2 (Minun) Ref