Triggered-abilities Pithing Needle: love it! Closest we’ve got is like, Alpine Moon? But… you still have to side it, bring it in, and draw it, so the “problem” may well persist post-printing. That’s devil’s advocate though; I’m all for new answers, especially playable bullets that affect the game in unconventional ways!

While we’re at it, how about triggered-abilities Phyrexian Revoker? Wizards? Are you listening? Happy belated thanksgiving, Dan!

With regards to the article, of course, I think your analysis is spot; however, I’d contend that the root of the lay in the way Wizards designs triggered abilities. The community loves to complain (myself included) about “problem cards” in modern, and while some like Teferi, Time Raveler don’t come with triggered abilities attached, many, many do. The answer to problem cards like FotD might be better LD. But that doesn’t stop “Oops All Spells” or Dredge from Creeping Chilling it’s way to a free 24 points worth of life swing. Or Swiftspears from becoming 1 mana 7/8s on turn 2. What modern (and Magic more broadly) needs is a Pithing Needle that hoses triggered abilities. A card like this would allow Mystic Sanctuary or Uro or other problematic cards to exist without being oppressive. Yes, a clause that prevents you from naming a card in your own deck might be necessary (or else our days would all be eaten by 4 mana 9/8 trampling fliers).

But sadly, I’m not sure Wizards is even aware of the larger problem. My two cents.

Again, happy Thanksgiving, stay safe. Keep the amazing articles coming.

Thanks!