He can also quickly become a big threat and has +1/+1 counter synergy
Card is real good, but Zombie Tribal is also insanely good these days, so while it's not a staple or anything it's certainly a strong choice in your Zombie deck
In order to fully appreciate them, however, you need to get a sense of those that came before them, and the influence they had on the game
Since it most certainly will set you up for a win, the cost can be worth it
Beyond these, Pokemon boasts "Illustration Rares" and "Special Illustration Rares" (full, often narrative, artwork) and "Secret Rares" (cards numbered beyond the standard set size, frequently with gold or rainbow holographic treatments)
Once you have a few clones on board, you can start casting instants and sorceries with reckless abandon