The choice of haste or a counter becomes a little harder knowing the counter means your nontoken creatures will deal double damage, but red has no lack of other haste-granting effects to fall back on
It's not all that surprising, considering Gengar is one of the most popular Gen 1 Pokemon, and has been a big hitter from the early days (Fossil, Skyridge, Neo Destiny) and even in more recent sets (Team Up, Phantom Forces.) Although Gengar appears to be unleashing a devastating attack, showcasing his menacing and threatening nature, when you look closely, it looks like all he is pulling in is berries and other food
Lovecraft, The Shadow over Innsmouth Under the waves, an ancient civilization thrives, and a conspiracy brews
This is near the bottom of the list again
Plus its a lesson, and many cards in MTG interact favorably with that card type