Each monster type Ritual, Fusion, Synchro, Xyz, Pendulum, & Link allows players to activate one monster effect each, so the opponent can potentially counter this with Instant Fusion or some other form of quick Extra Deck summon
The only time i do badly with it is when i open up all level 5's and 6's :( try it it works
Blue and Red see arguably the strongest showing of Instants as their gameplay revolves heavily around restricting and removing opponents plays, providing value, and dealing direct damage but every color uses Instants to some degree
You get endless mana to go with your power buff, providing plenty of resources to end the game
It would be this same Pikachu which would go on to become Reds most iconic Pokmon, ultimately serving as his most powerful mon when the player battles his team at the climax of Pokmon Gold, Silver, and Crystal as well as HeartGold and SoulSilver, their remakes
He has been working on Pokmon TCG art since 2010