Ive been pretty high on Imposing Grandeur lately, too, as I really like rewarding expensive Commanders with a better deal than cheap ones
You might be able to make an educated guess as to whether a card you need is going to be in a specific players deck based on their commander and perceived budget, but thats far from a guarantee as they are just as likely to have forgotten to include the card youre searching for or simply havent bought a copy of it yet
Gaining life and creating a thopter can protect him for a turn, but what for
Commander is about self-expression and fun with friends
Japanese Pokemon cards, particularly SARs (Special Art Rares) and high-grade cards, typically command a 15-40% premium over their English equivalents
Kawartha Games Club, run through the Pinnguaq Lindsay Makerspace, hosts regular gaming events for all ages, including Pokemon TCG events