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While the last effect isn't too special, the other effects are fantastic
If Chulane, Teller of Tales or some other crazy value engine commander is running wild, this might be the perfect way to deal with it and slow your opponent down a bit
Weather the Storm is a very powerful effect overall, and making your life total hard to beat can give you a chance to find another effect like one of the effects above (Breath Weapon / Drown in Sorrow, etc) to clear the board and proceed with your game plan
And they can be different creatures (remember that you can overpay the saddle cost, and tap two other creatures if you want)
Damage dealt this way cant be prevented