I do worry that there might be a bit too much tracking for a new player here, with multiple cards having multiple different types of counters, and a lot of moving counters back and forth between permanents
With how important Basch is to the plot of Final Fantasy XII, it's very surprising that he makes zero appearances in the set
Life gain is a beloved kitchen table archetype too
Baral allows you to draw a card and then discard every time you counter a spell , which will come in handy occasionally, while Stormcatch Mentor's prowess makes it grow with each spell , giving you the opportunity to swing with a giant otter after an eventful turn
So yeah, if counterfeit cards flooded the market, you could play Legacy for free with fake cardson your kitchen table with some friends
With 180 HP, it wont be knocked out any time soon