Note that the Germ being created and the attaching of the equipment all happens as part of the resolution of a living weapon trigger, so there's no time between when the ability resolves and when the equipment becomes attached in which players can interact with the Germ token
While the drafted cards are temporary, the prize structure introduces new Cube Prize Packs
This card, released in the 2017 set Aether Revolt, uses the Energy mechanic
Cards like Cloud, Ex-Soldier, Gilgamesh, Master-at-arms, and Firion, Wild Rose Warrior, are great at pulling out the best of Equipment, boosting creatures to a ridiculous degree
Three mana for cheaper tutor effects is pretty standard, and the body that you get on Tribute Mage is a nice little bonus