4 Energy is a 'lot', if you don't have ways of generating more of it, and while blowing up a single land a turn might seem slow, it is annoying, and Commander runs a lot of nonbasics
Those might go up, as it takes only four purchases to clear out everything under $700, but since Im not the one who can shift demand that heavily, I prefer the lower-tier cards to go from $10 to $25, as the sketch foils might
However, that does not mean that players aren't trying to enjoy the fun while it lasts, and many Dragon-type cards are also powerful V and VSTAR cards
However, mana screw is significantly worse than mana flood, and I must ensure I hit my first handful of lands than worry about how I will fight mana flood
Preorders are open now, with more card reveals and gameplay showcases expected as the debut stream and full gallery drop approach.