you cant draw a card instead of getting life (CR 614.16c)
Some sets feel like theyre made almost exclusively for the established players chasing tournament impact, others for collectors focused on lasting value, and some are loved simply for the joy they bring to casual play
The best solution Ive found thus far is Kaito Shizuki, which may look a bit odd, but it protects itself for a turn, and makes a creature before turning into a personal Howling Mine, which is exactly what I want in those matchups
As a result, Claydol appeared in many championship decks and is still remembered as one of the strongest support Pokemon cards
Three picks from the 15 Starter Decks across Lorcana's sets: Best for beginners: A Seaworthy Crew (Azurite Sea, Amber-Ruby)
Also, for red decks that have plenty of ways to grant creatures haste or trample, a surprise 9/9 cant be that bad