Cyclonic Rift serves two functions
This 0/2 isn't big on stats, sure, but she's big on that cast trigger to draw whenever you cast that enchantment
Kodama of the West Tree allows ramp and color-fixing, while Akki Battle Squad provides an extra combat step, which can snowball some of the backup abilities
The Power Nine, including Black Lotus and Time Walk , are on the "Reserved List," which is a promise never to reprint them
Instantaneous effect (in a game where almost everything is a Charged Attack, and enemies can dodge those attacks by simply taking their turn and walking away), 4 tile range if you're a Chemist or have the Throw Item support skill equipped, invariable 100% chance of success as long as there's a clear line of sight, useful until the endgame, and doesn't vary in effectiveness based on the target's Faith