additionally has new "Revolt" mechanic, which lets you gain three life if a permanent you controlled left the battlefield this turn
Yes, you lose some life every turn, but The One Ring is also indestructible, making it extremely difficult for your opponents to interact with, and you really should have some bounce spells to maximise the potential of The One Ring (and to not lose too much life)
I think white might be a slightly better color for this, since you have access to Elesh Norn, Mother of Machines
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If an ability changes a cards creature types then it doesnt modify any land types, artifact types, or whatever else the card might have