The Thopter theme felt like a good fit for the blue/red feel, and the idea was that while it was a little of a stretch for red, it wasn't fundamentally breaking anything
Baneslayer Angel and Wurmcoil Engine are popular control finishers because they are good threats but also because they can do the job of gaining a load of life back and swinging the tide
Not only does it phase out all your permanents, but it also buys you a turn and protects your life total
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But if you can keep this mouse alive, you'll be in a really good spot
Reds removal was basically limited to just Lightning Bolt, with options like Rending Volley or Roast available as sideboard options, but ultimately too narrow or inefficient to play in the main deck