It was exceedingly popular, earning the title homerun set of the year from Magics lead designer
Where this card comes into its own is the ability to activate it from your hand by paying half your life points and the secondary effect of preventing your opponent from activating trap cards for the rest of the turn
Known for its signature move, Ember, Vulpix offers both aesthetic charm and practical utility, fitting seamlessly into various team compositions
There has been no shortage of Human creatures in Magic the Gathering, appearing in practically every set in the game
Stalling hard until you can wipe out your opponent in one go seems ideal for this deck
That said, however, even the cheapest variant of Fezandipiti ex is currently selling for around $11 , so its obviously sought after for its in-game utility and not just for card collectors