Buy smart : verify provenance and photos, ensure the cards are a part of the no rarity first edition (don't believe titles only), check grading authentication number on population report when available these cards reward diligence as much as passion
Provided you didnt devastate your board with your first combat phase, you can simply do it all again for just two mana
It might be a stretch to insinuate that the trading cards had anything to do with that, but realistically, it was the first of the Pokemon name to branch out in earnest and try new things
While the anti-extra turns text might rarely come up, the ability to bring back all artifact, creature, enchantment and lands that got blown up by a wrath is really good
Crobat V DAA 182 is around 10 dollars more for the same thing, but if youre looking for selling or trading fodder, its worth investing in one or two in addition to the cheaper option
I recommend brims on the eyes and possibly using supports