For example, you can blink more stuff with Ephemerate, and protect more creatures and draw more extra cards with Shelter
Beyond its visual appeal, Pikachu ex packs a serious competitive punch
This list counts rare cards, some of the best-looking cards in the expansion (as subjective as that may be), and also the strongest cards from a competitive standpoint
It might be a slight exaggeration to say I keep any hand with Island plus Ponder in it, but that is very close to the reality of how important Ponder is to this deck
Raw copies typically run from about $150 in average shape up toward $200 for clean versions
Remember, each holofoil card has its own unique appeal, and building a collection is about finding what resonates with you