Because the first print run of the Japanese Base Set (October 1996) was produced before the rarity system was finalized
Featuring artwork by the ever-talented Ken Sugimori, this iteration of Hitmonchan has a stopping power far above its weight class
I am generally against it in aggressive decks and would look to tweak in other ways before going to 41 such as a spell land or a Faithless Looting
Doctor Doom, King Of Latveria One of three precon Commander inclusions on this list, Doctor Doom, King of Latveria is a great Connive Commander, but he's been dealt a short straw with the quality of the Doom Prevails precon
Mid Game In the mid-game, focus on defending with your more defensive cards while using your Leader effect to preserve your hand
This is another always-playable, rarely good card