This card saw a lot of play when it was first released, and for good reason
SR05-JP002 Angel Sage Minerva Level 4 LIGHT Fairy Effect Monster ATK 1700 DEF 400 (1) Each time a Counter Trap is activated, this card gains 500 ATK immediately after it resolves, also if The Sanctuary in the Sky is on the field, choose 1 Counter Trap from your GY with a different name than the Counter Trap that was activated and add it to your hand
Until that time, they are considered to be Suspended Persons
Looking back to our main topic, I dont think its a huge leap to argue that the energy mechanic itself replicates the advantages of this playstyle independently of your actual mana curve
In this article, Im going to list some of my favorite anti-graveyard cards
Amazoness Blowpiper X EARTH Level 3 [ WarriorEffect ] ATK 800 DEF 1500 Select 1 face-up monster your opponent controls during each of your Standby Phases