You're paying 4 just to get North Star onto the battlefield, and that's just the start
Like the other Mirran swords, Fire and Ice grants +2/+2 as well as protection from two colors, this time Red and Blue
If another effect (or effects) modifies how much damage a source you control would dealby preventing some of it, for examplethe player being dealt damage or the controller of the permanent being dealt damage chooses the order in which any such effects (including Lightning's) apply
To increase your chances of winning, there are some key things you should keep in mind: Familiarize yourself with your own cards Obtain suitable cards for building decks Practice playing games regularly Seek advice from experienced players With a well-thought-out strategy and perhaps a bit of luck on your side, victory could be yours at the end of the tournament
Even with minimal devotion to red, you should be near empty-handed by the time you play this, netting an easy +3-4 cards with your 5/5
While colorless isnt a new color by definition, it does have its own flavor to it