Please check the pictures carefully
The detailing in the hologram reflects the craftsmanship of the First Edition Base Set
Foils have gotten ridiculously pricey, rising from about $30 a couple of days ago to $90 today - according to MTG Goldfish
They will not be able to quest that turn, but by being in the readied position, they are protected from opponent challenges
You can do this whether the Pokmon you want to evolve is in the active zone or on your bench
That doesnt describe very many Constructed formats these days, but if you find yourself in such a meta, you should take a second look at your deck and ask yourself: How many ways do I have to use mana beyond just casting my spells? If your deck gets to the late game consistently, and you have plenty of mana sinks to pour mana into, it stands to reason you might want a higher land count