The tab gives you something to grip when removing cards from toploaders or semi-rigid holders, preventing corner dings and surface scratches that can occur when trying to extract cards without proper grip
You're going to have to play a lot of cheap characters to keep up with your opponent early in the game, and Friends on the Other Side will help you keep your handed loaded while you wait for your key cards to appear
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A reprint helps players get the card and drives its real-world cost down
The only drawback is that it can be expensive to ship, but its cheaper than obtaining it via a forwarding service