Houndour #115 (Pokemon Japanese Ruler of the Black Flame | Pokemon Cards) prices are based on the historic sales
Much of the meta is centred around beating these decks, and if the list your running isnt prepared for them, you wont stand a chance unless you draw very well and they draw abysmally
Creature theft effects and bounce effects make it so that running a card as suboptimal as Fowl Play shouldnt be necessary even if it has an occasional nice interaction, like turning an Elesh Norn or Griselbrand into a Chicken where stealing/bouncing it may have caused you to lose
Similar to the 1999 tournaments, the Lizardon Mega Battle tournaments took place across key regions in Japan and acted as qualifiers, while the Kamex Mega Battle tournament acted as the nationals
Remember, the hunt for Shiny Mega Charizard is not just about the Pokmon itself, but the thrill of the chase and the community experience that comes with trading and battling with friends
My Verdict: Consistency is what sets this pick apart