Before we get into that slot, we have to look at some numbers for how much of each card exists
The only knock I have on this card is that it has a somewhat low hp for a stage 2 card, but besides that, it has a decent retreat cost, and two great moves, and Flamethrower should be able to knock out most Pokemon in one move, all Pokemon in two moves, so as long as you can evolve Torchic up to Blaziken on your bench this card can be very dominant and a must have for any fire type deck out there
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Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer Ragavan, Nimble Pilferer is Magic's best 1-mana commander, and also a wonderful first mate for ramping up your builds
If this card on the field is Tributed and added to the Extra Deck face-up: You can place this card in your Pendulum Zone
Sudowoodo (Fighting / Space-Time Smackdown) This goofy tree has a one-energy attack that deals an extra 30 damage to ex Pokemon (which so many people run anyway), making it a very strong opening move