Your deck's strategy, mana curve, combos, and interactions will help determine which artifacts to include, and whether any that facilitate card draw are helpful or necessary
Shadowless cards were printed right after 1st Edition and before the common Unlimited run, so they sit in the scarce middle tier
Nothing with heavy Do-the-Thing Syndrome can make it to the finals, either, since they're obviously not jank
Distributors favor accounts with a genuine customer base, and it can affect how much hot product you are allocated
Charmeleon's ability can also let you give energy into Entei ex early on
Talonflame's presence in the Kalos region's diverse ecosystem showcases its adaptability, bridging the gap between early-game accessibility and late-game potential