The trainer kit looks actually quite useful, and not just for people getting into the game. I'm sure people making Mario who only need one Lucario to finish off the Pokémon will be greatly relieved when they see this pack hit the shelves.
As for the value pack, what's the point of Cranidos/Shieldon being made holographic? There must be some card that will be made a rare that will be more deserving of being holo.
Fianally, while I may not play it, I have to say the TFG figures look quite cool.