In some smaller regions, this resulted in LGSs only stocking Set Boosters and being unable to run Limited events
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Nagashima says in order to balance out the Magikarp and Wailord GX card, they have increased the overall strength of decks featuring Water-type Pokemon, as well as the energy requirements to use the card
Quandrix Apprentice is doing a lot for this deck
Some may feel like the date mark makes them an artifact of a certain event that they didnt participate in, like a souvenir from a show that they didnt actually see
It can certainly play into aggressive strategies by picking up the likes of All That Glitters and Duelist's Heritage, but it's best known as a more controlling stax commander in builds that focus on tutoring up cards like Stony Silence, Rest in Peace, and Rule of Law to prevent your opponents from playing altogether