The Power 9 were banned in Type 1.5 as were many other powerful cards
the third booster, PILLARS OF STRENGTH, showcases strong enemies from Water 7, East Blue, and Big Mom Pirates
In other words: Clues are very good when you get them for free as part of doing something else (attacking with Azula, On the Hunt, playing lands with Tireless Tracker, casting creatures under Lonis, Cryptozoologist), and there are tons of cards that have synergy with tokens, artifacts, or sacrifice
Considering the static ability, the +1 will make two tokens instead of one and put Elspeth to a very healthy six loyalty, while making bodies to protect herself
Ravenous Leucrocota: because limited
However, value-oriented collectors are thrilled to have a high-value anchor for the set