Tempo, mana efficiency, and cost-effective threats are how aggressive decks win the game
We'll also use the likes of Hitmonlee or Hitmonchan in combination with Sabrina and/or X Speed to knock out basic Pokemon where possible, as this not only nets us Prize Points, but allows us to then use the Pokemon Flute to bench the opponents discarded Pokemon again
Unfortunately, the expected value of the set is extremely low in digital form, at just $2.08 per pack, and this is at current (pre-reprint) prices, so it's likely to get even worse once the set is being opened
Akiri also lets you pay to detach an equipment to give a creature indestructible which is a great way to keep your best creatures from folding to something as simple as Doom Blade
For the same mana cost, youre getting the same effect with a pretty huge bonus on top