This artwork is incredibly nostalgic to me, as Ken worked on some of the most influential Pokmon cards ever made, such as Blastoise and Mewtwo from the original base set (two of my favourite Pokmon)
As long as these spells allow them to push damage through, they are dictating the pace of the game
These include some of the most powerful cards from throughout Magic's history, including Black Lotus, Time Walk, Brainstorm, and more recent cards like Dig Through Time and Narset, Parter of Veils
For example, if you control Johann, Apprentice Sorcerer ("Once each turn, you may cast an instant or sorcery spell from the top of your library") and Promise of Aclazotz is on top of your library, you can cast Foul Rebirth, but not Promise of Aclazotz
Moreover, understanding the metagame enables you to identify potential threats and challenges that your deck may face, allowing you to adjust your strategy accordingly
Once I attack, can I sit down