Getting two Charmander and two Pidgey on the field turn one, for example, can go a long way in ensuring you have the right Pokemon to evolve the following turn
Tip #4: Condition is Key Proper Card Care Even a rare card wont sell well if its been played without sleeves or sat in a shoebox for years
Astrologians Planisphere only showed up as a one-of in a list, slotting in as a creature replacement with the bonus that the equipped creature gets +1/+1 counters instead of temporary buffs
Sylveon ex was designed by artist Cona Nitanda, and they did a phenomenal job capturing the Fairy-type charm Sylveon has
Professors Research in Sword & Shield has the exact same effect, but like Hop is a Supporter card, limiting its use to one turn
The main reason these cards are desired by players, outside their playability, is the fact that many of the basic forms of these creatures feature adorable art, and Oshawott is one of the best examples of this in White Flare