It's powerful, but again doesn't appear to be a card that would make you many friends at your LGS's Commander night
You can pick it up and play for free against anonymous online opponents, and as long as you have the required tactical mind, patience, and high frustration threshold to enjoy Magic , this is likely a cheap method of entry
You can cast an instant or sorcery adventure, copy it with Rikus first ability, have the creature go on an adventure, and then cast the creature permanent spell later in the game so it can be copied with Rikus second ability
Many players are trying to improve their game skills and hone new mechanics
Gold Dragons possess two powerful breath weapons, a cone of deadly fire and a breath that would magically weaken their enemies