Giving all your dragons indestructible means you can swing and block without fear, and the bonus of stacking +1/+1 counters every upkeep quickly snowballs, all on top of a potential alternate win condition
Each addition will either replicate the role and function of the cut card, or expand upon it
While relatively unassuming compared to other creatures with initiative, it does have one ability that no other creature with initiative has: flying
Furthermore, its introduction in the tropical setting of Alola, a region celebrated for its diverse ecosystem, contributes to Salazzle's enduring popularity, offering players a glimpse into a more exotic Pokmon world
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The orange crest and white feathers may also have been inspired by kings (with the crest acting as the crown, the fringe on the lower jaw acting as a beard, and the fringe on the Pokmon's neck acting as a cape)