However, in a competitive Magic: The Gathering environment, there may be better options available such as Craterhoof Behemoth which provides a more immediate and powerful impact on the board
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The fact that it needs only 3 Energy vs 4 Energy required for OP EX cards means that it can use the opponents attacks even before they are ready with theirs
You do have to reveal the Goblin you find off Goblin Matron, but the ability to grab what you need is too good to pass up
Common examples include Professor's Research (which lets you discard your hand and draw seven new cards) and Marnie (which disrupts your opponent's hand while giving you a fresh one)