If the copied creature is copying something else when the ability resolves, then the token enters the battlefield as a copy of whatever that creature is copying
However, some forms of removal work around this drawback entirely, as they can return cards to the opponent's hand, and one of the best of these cards is Benghalancer the Resurgent
Kuriboo X DARK Level 1 [ FiendEffect ] ATK 300 DEF 200 (This card is always treated as a "Kuriboh" card.) When an opponent's monster declares an attack: You can discard this card
[1] Special Summon 1 "Dragon Ruler" monster from your hand, GY or banishment, then immediately after this effect resolves, you can Xyz Summon 1 "Dragon Ruler" Xyz monster using "Dragon Ruler" monsters you control as material
While this record has been completely eclipsed multiple times since then, the scale of this sale and to someone already famous brought attention on the TCG in a way wed never seen before
Six additional Mega Evolution ex cards are yet to be announced