It dominates the board, it can kill in just 2 swings and dodges 90% of the removal spells
Their easy search and summon capabilities are a part of what made them so powerful in the first place, and not only does this new tin make them available in new rarities, theyre only going to help more players get their start with Dragon Link
Start loading up Pikachu with energy first to get an attack ready but Zapdos ex is also a great attacker if needed, although it requires more energy
The sources cited are illustrative
My parting advice is to remember that your priorities may vary depending upon the power level of your playgroups decks, your budget, and your personal playstyle, so dont be afraid to adjust as appropriate
I cant count the number of hours I spent fiddling and fine tuning in this game - I spent far longer meddling with this aspect than actually battling, thanks to the slightly repetitive nature of the fights themselves