Fortunately Archangel of Thune is much closer to Timely Reinforcements than it is to Angels Mercy, which means it falls squarely in the camp of Good Life-Gaining Cards (TM), since its life gain-related effects advance your board in a pretty ferocious way
If Fight to the Death is cast before blockers are declared or after combat ends, it won't do anything
0.31mm CL31 is a professional option with a linen finish and air pockets that make them more durable, easier to handle, and more slippery
It doesnt take a veteran to understand how powerful that is
For that reason, this card also has a decent amount of Commander potential
Persistent Petitioners Play one Persistent Petitioners , and you've got a cheap, small creature to help keep you alive and mill a few of your opponent's cards while you get the mill factory started