Because these are the Pokmon that require the least support and are the easiest to get into play, often Basic Pokmon cards are the foundation for entire decks because the player can get them out quickly and start racking up damage
There are tons of ways to capitalize on Urabrask, among the best include pairing it up with other cards that have similar effects
I expect this to become an interesting card to reanimate since you always get a solid two-for-one, but Im not sure I want to spend 9 mana on it
Ash, Eevee, Charizard, Gengar, Mew, Mewtwo, Lucario, Greninja, and so many more are all waiting to battle, adventure through the forest, dive through the sea, enjoy holidays, and so much more
Psychic Venom was clearly a menace in the early days of Magic, especially when combined with tapping effects like Icy Manipulator, Twiddle, or Power Sink
Backup was just a particularly lovable mechanic in Limited, and I'm hopeful we have some cards that will play roles elsewhere