Unlike starters or legendary Pokmon, Skarmory is not a narrative focal point but rather an auxiliary character that supports and deepens the world-building of the Pokmon universe
It's less commonly used as an activated ability, like on Doorkeeper which lets you pay two generic and a blue to mill someone for as many cards as creatures with defender you control
But if you give him double strike, that can translate into four basic lands each time Cloud attacks unopposed
Crank it loud and blast the beatyoull find rebellion, chaos, and punk attitude galore in the Pokmon TCG: Sword & ShieldRebel Clash expansion, loaded with Pokmon V including Toxtricity V, Dubwool V, Boltund V, Sandaconda V, and more
Some lists are including OP06-047-charlotte-pudding so be wary and don't hog cards in your hand