If you want to opt for a rarer mid-vintage set to open, this is probably the best option, thanks to the variety of other great hits in addition to the shiny Pokemon
While any of them can increase the power of your deck, youll see way more gains by spreading that $20 or so across multiple cards, at least for initial upgrades
Fill your deck with enter the battlefield (ETB) effects like bouncing or destroying your opponents creatures and protect yourself with a deathtouch lifelinker
As for Aura Shards, it's unclear whether this counts as a choice or an action
Jared Carthalion, True Heir does this for Stuffy Doll, an archetype that focuses on casting big burn spells like Star of Extinction and redirecting the damage at your opponents
For two, well want higher mana value Equipment paired with higher mana value instants and sorceries