That gives a little old-soul edge to his young-mage-badass persona
(Equipment, Auras you control, and counters are modifications.) Whenever this creature attacks, other modified creatures you control get +X/+X until end of turn, where X is this creature's power
With a little deck manipulation, you can very easily swap one or two mana spells for giant bombs like an Eldrazi creature or even an Omniscience
A +5/+0 for two mana is a good deal even before you factor in the boosts from prowess and similar effects, which make it incredible value
Swords doesnt need any synergy or support
This is a conversation that, interestingly, doesnt have a lot of discussion