Another great Illusion source is the octopus Mesmerizing Benthid
You can only play Value Town from exile if it's "on an adventure," it's currently a time at which you could otherwise play a land, and you have a land play available
Protection: Benevolent Bodyguard, Giver of Runes, Sejiri Shelter, Apostle's Blessing Indestructible (Destruction replacement): Selfless Savior, Felidar Umbra, Boros Charm Other defensive measures: Deflecting Swat, Leather Armor, Robe of Stars, Lightning Greaves, Swiftfoot Boots I prioritize protection over indestructible because it can also be a means to break through (I gave up on Mother of Runes due to price)
There were many factors at play when we made this change around June 2023, but the original vision of the set not having a Limited format was a pretty big reason
Triggers for the beginning of combat, when a creature attacks, when it is blocked, when it deals or is dealt damage, or any other combat trigger will all trigger again on any of these extra combat steps.\ What Happens if I Have Additional Combats and an Effect That Says At End of Combat