Inspired by the old Horace Manse, for a new age.

While you may not end up keeping this 2 upkeep dude in play for the long haul, at least while he is in play you get his influence to ward off defeat.

Cagey players may plan on a sacrifice play like Mourning Mist or No Turning Back, using The Resurrectionist to soften the cost.

or if you are really smart, slide a dead, but on-value Abomination back into your deck when your card count is low. Either draw it to hand at the end of turn or draw it into a shootout... win - win.