They're all pretty strong creatures but are typically mana-intensive, needing a card like Quest for Ula's Temple in order to be used to their optimal level
While condition plays a role in this, there simply needs to be demand for a card for its price to increase, and, likely, this card doesn't command the same demand that the newer promo versions do
Consider what these Pokmon need to be successful and how Trainer cards can protect these Pokmon or attack an opponent
Pokmon TCG Pocket Is All About Collecting Pokmon Cards Whereas most Pokmon games tend to focus on battling, Pokmon TCG Pocket emphasizes the fun of collecting Pokmon cards
Restoration is a meaningfully different card than Birth in that its better late than early, but I do expect it to see some play
The card's Blaze Blitz attack does a whopping 260 points of damage , although it cannot be used again until after Gouging Fire has left the Active Spot