A MINT condition card is flawless in every way
Let's use the Veloci-Ramp-Tor deck as an example
For most rare MTG cards, that means learning what each rarity symbol and color means, understanding the value of foil and alt art cards, and analyzing market trends
As long as you can get this ogre swinging you can start amassing treasures for a later turn
Buy on eBay: 1 Ariel, On Human Legs Uncommon 2 Ariel, Spectacular Singer Super Rare 3 Cinderella, Gentle and Kind Uncommon 4 Goofy, Musketeer Uncommon 5 Hades, King of Olympus Rare 6 Hades, Lord of the Underworld Rare 7 Heihei, Boat Snack Common 8 Lefou, Bumbler Uncommon 9 Lilo, Making a Wish Rare 10 Maximus, Palace Steed Super Rare 11 Maximus, Relentless Pursuer Uncommon 12 Mickey Mouse, True Friend Uncommon 13 Minnie Mouse, Beloved Princess Common 14 Moana, Of Motunui Rare 15 Mr
It's not as much of a jump as you get by Shifting a card, but it also doesn't rely on having specific cards in play and in your hand