Blaziken would go on to be the most dominant deck of the 2003-2004 season, as well as one of the strongest contenders for the 2004-2005 season - even taking Chris Fulop to a second-place finish at the 2003-2004 World Championships
And then you can counter spells with the same converted mana cost as the revealed card
Ideally, you need a combo of Druddigon and Leaf, to bring in your ready-to-go attacking card as soon as it is evolved/has enough Energy
That said, if Atsu, Ghost of Yoitei is anything to base these cards on, chances are that the other Secret Lair Bonus Cards arent too exciting, either
Official starter-friendly decks do exist, but an experienced player could also make their own intro decks to teach their friends and family how to play at no cost
Decreased supply would, unfortunately, meet increased demand to cause widespread stock shortages in Walmart stores