Assassins were batched along with mercenaries, pirates, rogues, and warlocks into outlaws as of Outlaws of Thunder Junction , creating a typal grouping reminiscent of the party creatures
Being a somewhat casual player, I must agree
Its part of a super-elite club that also includes Talon Gates of Madara, said club being lands that can put themselves into play outside of your land drop. This, essentially, makes it a ramp piece you can run in a land slot
Scry 1.When Gandalf, White Rider dies, you may put it into its owner's library fifth from the top
Youre ~5% to have that card and seven lands on turn 7 with no draw or manipulation, and thats not even including the chance you have the wrong colors or taking correct mulliganing into account