Its a flavorful tribute to D&Ds milestone anniversary and a collectible highlight for Magic fans
With a name originating from the card, Smokestack, Stax decks aim to deprive opponents of their resources through taxing effects and those that add restrictions to what players are capable of doing, all whilst trying to slowly and methodically advance one's own plans
And once we are there, may as well play one of the better ramp spells that is also a dragon
Its one of those mechanics that WotC wont bring back easily for a few reasons
Opponents arent likely to want to block it since it has deathtouch so you'll likely be able to drop some attractions and buff it for at least a couple turns
Sacrifice after III.) I Search your library for a Doctor card, reveal it, put it into your hand, then shuffle