It'll have to combine with something powerful in the set, however, or else players will again shy away from emptying their hand
It also banishes one card when it hits the battlefield, and it gains effects based on the original attributes of materials used for its synchro summon
Raphael, the Nightwatcher
Thorn of the Black Rose was one of the first, and it holds up well as a strong defender of the monarchy that handles nasty threats like Tolarian Terror in combat
In that case, the plan is to fill the board with damage thanks to Double Gunner, then in one turn, KO Jirachi with Double Gunner and/or Radiant Alakazam, then Manaphy with Yoga Loop, and then use G-Max Rapid Flow
Whether you're preparing for your first battle or sorting through a newly opened booster pack, understanding the information presented on a Pokmon card is the most fundamental skill in the Pokmon TCG