Even if your commanders provides some protection like Asmoranomardicadaistinaculdacar does, you shouldn't rely on it to clear the table
Its also worth noting that Kaalia only needs to attack to get the effect (not deal damage) so its not hard to trigger, plus the creature she drops into play also come in attacking, which can easily end the game on the spot
The pull rates can be tough, especially for the top-tier Illustration Rares, but thats part of the thrill
If you want to play with the Standard rotation and rules from 1999, you absolutely can
Adding the word Lotus to any Magic card instantly ups the value, and Radiant Lotus exclusive printing makes it a chase card for sure
Ariel Sonic Warrior 220/204 I ran a poll on my X account about which princess characters people were most excited about from Ursulas Return and Ariel Sonic Warrior topped that list