The Bottom Line The strongest trainer card lineup in the SV9a cycle Cynthia, Ethan, Misty, and Arven in one set, with SAR and AR treatments that capture the trainer-Pokemon bond Stable box pricing at ~14,000 well below launch premium, offering a known entry point after 12 months of price discovery Guaranteed value floor 1 SR-or-above plus 3 Art Rares per box, with SAR variance providing meaningful upside Whether you open for the Cynthias Garchomp ex SAR chase, collect the full AR trainer set, or add sealed boxes to long-term inventory, Heat Wave Arena at current prices represents solid value in the Enhanced Expansion Pack category
In essence it makes Astrograph a better Battle Fader or Swift Scarecrow for the scenario as it generates advantage
I have my doubts, but the more that Wizards continues to print cheap cards like Metastatic Evangel, the better this white commander gets
Its a lot of work, requiring you to both anticipate the cards you may need and have active followers