This deck ended up being kind of a hodgepodge of creature types, but they all have a purpose and seem to be working well together.
Comments and +1's always appreciated.
Archangel of Thune is the centerpiece of the deck that is a game changer when I get her out. If you put a second one down it's game over. She gives +1/+1 to each creature for each source of life gain. That includes each creature attacking or blocking with Lifelink and each instance of enchantments and artifacts that gain life. That means that each of my creatures can gain 3-4 +1/+1 counters per turn.
I found that I needed to slow down early attacks to get the 5 mana out that I need for Archangel to unload. Strong blockers and a fair amount of removal make that happen.
Seraph of the Sword
is the ultimate blocker as well as
High Priest of Penance
with his removal trigger.
Hero's Downfall gives me removal of creatures and Planeswalkers. Celestial Flare gives me removal against Hexproof and Indestructible creatures.
Fiendslayer Paladin
has semi protection from red and black but can still be buffed by
Dark Favor
.
Lifebane Zombie is the latest addition and his triggered ability as well as his unblockability really shine in this deck.
Vizkopa Guildmage's second activated ability sends my wincon over the top on those stalemated games.
Gift of Orzhova and
Dark Favor
are my creature buffs that can really change the threat of any of my creatures.
Spear of Heliod buffs all my creatures and gives me another source for removal
Tithe Drinker
's extort and
Tablet of the Guilds
each produce minimal life gain, but every instance of them triggers a +1/+1 counter from Archangel of Thune.
Sideboard
Blood Scrivener against Midrange and Control decks for extra card draw
Orzhov Charm
for additional removal as well as protection for my buffed creatures.
Duress against Control decks
Pithing Needle against Planeswalkers and Mill cards
Ratchet Bomb against Token decks
I have already tested everything in the Maybeboard
