There isnt much to say about their strength, but if the format isnt too fast they will be an important part of mana fixing for this set
You can never count this deck out because it can just pivot to a different strategy and if built correctly can absolutely win without either commander ever hitting the battlefield
It also lets you bounce just about anything else that could possibly stop you, if that sort of answer interests you, too
Akari Pikachu CHR Price History May 2022 (Launch): ~2,5003,500 2023: Stable at 3,5004,500 2024: Climbed to 4,5005,500 as OOP became confirmed 2025: 5,0005,800 (broad collector demand) April 2026: 5,5005,980 raw, 31,600 PSA 10 The card has had no major crashes since launch
8 Bloodfeather Phoenix This flying threat may have a place in Mono-Red or UR (Blue/Red) decks that carry a decent number of burn (direct damage) spells
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