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The decision to exclude promo Pikachu from the set was probably taken in the last minute when WotC decided to release the card as part of their promotion for the Pokmon League instead, and some made it into packs and boxes before the production process could be adjusted to remove these cards after cutting

While a meld card is anywhere other than the battlefield, or is on the battlefield with its front face up, it has only the characteristics of its front face

And since it taps for blue, it also helps you to cast those spells directly

The most valuable cards from the Paradox Rift set typically include holographic rare cards, first edition prints, and cards featuring popular Pokemon