8. Resplendent Angel – Core Set 2019

In the arms of an angel, far away from here...

Why is it good?

A 3/3 flying creature at 3-drop is already something that works well, but it is the abilities of the Resplendent Angel sets her apart. She gets underestimated because most players don’t realize that you don’t have to activate her 6cc pump to create the 4/4 angel token. Just gaining 5 life through other means triggers her ability. What makes her even more potent is the fact that she isn’t a legendary creature, meaning you could have two, three, or even the entire play set, on the battlefield at the same time.

Where is it used?

The Resplendent Angel is the essential piece of the Lifelink White Weenies build. She is the staple 3-drop slot for most white builds, and she has great synergy with early lifelink cards such as Ajani’s Welcome, Bishop’s Soldier, and Healer’s Hawk. She is also used in some Boros builds, especially the builds that include angels like Lyra Dawnbringer and Shalai, Voice of Plenty.