If youre building a multi-color elemental shell or the popular Dance of the Elements archetype, this is an auto-include that provides the kind of explosive ramp that wins games by turn four
Bitterthorn + Sword of the Animist Im sure you could write a thesis on which is better between Bitterthorn, Nissa's Animus and Sword of the Animist, but this aint no thesis, and I like them both
The image suggests that the new Commander for this deck could be a new take on Ashling, but that is pure speculation
You won't be surprised to know that it sees play quite frequently alongside Juri, Mahadi, and the cards that synergize with these two Legends
Alongside this helpful ability, Archon of Emeria also prevents your opponents nonbasic lands from coming into play untapped
If you are aggressive you can't afford to sit back and wait for your one good out, you just need to Vindicate it and carry on or send in the team and put your best guy in the bin