We use the banlist to guide players in how to approach the format and hope Flashs role on the list will be to signal cheating things into play quickly in non-interactive ways isnt interesting, dont do that. We believe Commander is still best as a social-focused format and will not be making any changes to accommodate tournament play
For example, if you had a Seafarer's Quay in play, you might assume that your blue legends, whom now have the "Bands with other legends" ability, could band with any other legend
But a new type of permanent altogether is a much more significant addition, as it potentially redefines the entire texture of games by offering players a new outlet to spend resources, direct damage, and rethink how their decks operate
Battles are good, especially if you get decent value out of the front card and see the transformed side as extra
If needed, you can quickly evolve your Active Pokemon into a Stage Two to tank damage while strengthening your Benched Pokemon