Yes, it does cost money to get invested, but with the right tactics, its not so bad
This has been the standard for years and applies to almost all regular sets
5 Keldeo ex Makes Up For Minuscule Damage With Utility Card Number: 167/086 Because of the prevalence of wall cards in the current format, players often have to find unique ways to win games, as some cards cannot be damaged by specific other cards
So, through trying to source cards for my own collection from old box sets and starter packs, I ended up with a lot of "spare" cards
True to the Single Strike title, this will take out a rival Pokemon entirely, or hurt it enough that the next round will see a knockout
The most common effect you will be trying to achieve is causing your opponent(s) to lose a life and for you to gain a life