An 8/8 with Trample is far from overpowered, but it is Hogaak's unusual casting mechanics that really push it over the edge
If you look at the decks I won tournaments with, it would be a hodgepodge of all the different strategies 5 Color Blue , Stompy , Rebels , Bargain , Psychatog , UG Madness and Tinker come to mind. Having achieved success in both disciplines, Bonomo is quick to point out that, while skills in each can inform those in the other, the relationship between them isnt as simple as some like to think
You should objectively evaluate your cards to find the true condition and pinpoint the value based on that assessment
It makes me think of Pokemon Gold for Gameboy
Getting the citys blessing can also happen more quickly than getting seven lands since all your permanents count toward the 10 you need to ascend