While I did not play Magic when this set was released (I was six), after beginning to play, the cards from this era always intrigued me with their mesmerizing, high-contrast artwork and strange designs
While its not strictly a form of VCA, it does play on a similar axis preying on opponents shortcomings to achieve something theyre unprepared for
you can't really play them in most decks due to colors.) Elemental Bond will generate a tremendous amount of card advantage, and is only green, so it can be played in more decks
These were gold-bordered (yellow in the modern format) and, at least in later expansions, would allow for more cross-colour identity in both gameplay and flavour
Are you more interested in being on the side of the Fellowship, or of the villainous Sauron