If Rootwater Shaman were our commander, I'd absolutely consider it, but I can't have a bunch of sorcery speed cards that are bad unless I draw and keep alive an obscure, fragile Merfolk from 1996
Unlike other Supporters, which are often quite limited on what decks they can be used in, Professor's Research has an application in any deck
Even so, the customers spoke, and its thoroughly ingrained at Wizards that firearms and Magic: The Gathering do not mix
I also like the random Chinese dragon in the background of Pyroblast
Whether or not players care about the treasures, the damage, sacrifice, and ramp values of the card make it a definite include in any 100-card Riveteers deck