(A copy of a permanent spell becomes a token.) Azula's ability and the copy it creates both resolve before the spell that caused the ability to trigger
Normally you wouldn't want to exert a shift target before playing a Floodborn on top of them, but in this case, Determined Defender is a Bodyguard, so it's actually advantageous for him to come out exerted
At three figures and up, strongly prefer a graded example from a reputable seller
That excludes planeswalkers like Tibalt, Cosmic Impostor and Lukka, Wayward Bonder
Force Spike Rarity: Common TYPE: Instant SUBTYPE: - CMC: 1 Mana cost: USD: $7.48 EUR: 7.95 TIX: 0.00 EDHREC RANK: 13206 Counter target spell unless its controller pays
There are a couple cards that generically care about historic spells, which gives them extra reach outside the context of just this deck and other equipment decks in formats like Commander