The gameplan going second will always have the same end result, but players can take many different routes to get there, as Arven and Lance are both viable options, but Arven is usually preferable
Its difficult to predict what will happen in 2026, but as other TCGs like Pokemon and Magic: The Gathering are dealing with stock shortages, extensive bot purchasing of new products, and other issues, well likely see some of those player bases migrate over to Lorcana and One Piece
There are less pump spells now as well
However, without Junk Arm playing low amounts of the card is risky as youre just kind of depending on hitting into the card at the right time to make it useful
If the creature phases back in somehow before the turn is over, it won't get the +3/+3 bonus from the Giant Growth because its effect has a limited duration
Sure, some may be much stronger in specific decks or situations, but their base ability is approximately the same