A Token copy of a Melded card (yes, you can do that - it's just big, but it's still a card) will have only the characteristics of the Melded card (it doesn't get anything from the front faces) and has a mana value of zero
However, if you are in desperate need of a creature, it is worth taking the risk
(I will note that I treat Thought Scour more like an enabler for Gurmag Angler than a cantrip.) Ive tried Sprite Dragon, Kroxa, Titan of Deaths Hunger, Dreadhorde Arcanist, and Young Pyromancer to try and bolster the roster of threats, and each has its own issues
The deck also has a strong affinity for sagas, which is great news as each Doctor in the deck comes with an associated saga, depicting one of their most iconic stories
Each player mills 10 cards, and then you resurrect one of their best creatures or planeswalkers under your commandinstantly flipping the balance of power
In short - yes, these Pokmon collectibles cost money, but not every one of them can bring the owner a few hundred bucks