If an effect causes a permanent with station to become a creature by some means other than having the appropriate number of charge counters on it, it won't use any power and toughness values printed in its text box
Manaplasm definitely has a flavorful ability, but its vulnerable to pingers and all kinds of cheap removal on your opponents turns
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Perfect for both newcomers and seasoned players, this starter deck is a must-have for your collection
Reprint-wise, you can get Walking Ballista, Damning Verdict, and Bane of Progress, all with new artwork
This makes this card a lot more viable when put into context