Checkmate Unstable introduced what we call "outside assistance," which are cards that add a randomizing element by involving a person not playing in the game to make a decision that affects the game
In creature form, however, it doesnt match up great against cards like Rekindling Phoenix and Chandra, Torch of Defiance
Of the three, it is the most legitimate "split" card
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With this set having such good Items, the threat of Ghetsis looms larger than ever
However, you're likely attacking your opponents anyway, so its ability to unstick stalemates isn't quite as powerful