Oh I thought they'd all appreciate in value over time.
I remember owning two Shivan Dragons (4th ed), Hammer of Bogarden and Crimson Kite and Phyrexian Dreadnought.
Honestly, we didn't play that much or was competitive. It just felt AWESOME owning all the rare, valuable cards.
RE: "King of the Assholes" in Magic: The Gathering EDH/Commander format!