Mythos of Nethroi Removals just really strong these days, so 3-mana 1-for-1 spot removal doesnt get me sweating
For each 1/1 that Blasphemous Act hits, you can redirect 12 damage to an opponent
Also, you're only able to trigger them when you put the land into play, not on an opponent's turn, but they do gain you a life rather than cost you one
These are easy combos to include in the Undead Unleashed deck, while at the same time, letting Mikaeus also serve as protection for Wilhelt, the Rotcleaver and other non-Human creatures
Edric is a fantastic commander for those who enjoy the political aspect of EDH, convincing your opponents to turn their aggression elsewhere as you compile an unblockable army with a Triumph of the Hordes lurking in your hand
XXG gives you X manifested creatures, then immediately puts X +1/+1 counters on each of them