Printers often use an extra black plate specifically for rules text and borders, which helps with print quality and sharp text
Use card sleeves for protection, and keep high-value cards in toploaders or magnetic holders to prevent damage.
On the other hand, there are plenty of Pokemon who dont evolve that can have a strategy focused on hitting fast and hard based around them, cards like the boxer Hitmonchan and electric Electabuzz both having decent HP and attack power without having to go through the evolutionary process
Savage Beating Savage Beating is an expensive red instant that if done right can produce wonderful effects
On the tops and sides of cards, though, theres a second, colored border
Primal Growth Primal Growth is a really good ramp spell that more players should be using