While the future of Pokemon trading card sizes remains uncertain, one thing is certain the ardor and excitement of the Pokemon community will persist in propelling innovation and progression within the TCG
Players tend to avoid risking their 12/12 monstrosity if a 1/1 critter with deathtouch is all it takes to kill it
If the discard was something more universal like lands or blue cards instead of artifacts, or always just one card, while retaining its instant cost it would probably get more play than Fact or Fiction, mostly for occupying a slot on the curve in less demand
Lacey , particularly the SAR, allows you to essentially half-mulligan
So, it's no surprise that they've quickly climbed the ranks of often-seen Commanders
Being able to sculpt your hand is an underrated aspect of the card