Hurloon Battle Hymn⁣ - Dominaria United⁣ (Uncommon)⁣ [131]

Hurloon Battle Hymn is an instant spell that deals 4 damage to any target creature or planeswalker when you cast it for {2}{R}. If you choose to pay an additional {W} while casting it (known as "kicking" the spell), you'll also gain 4 life. This makes it a versatile option: it can remove a key threat while providing a little bit of life gain to help you stay in the game, especially useful if you're facing aggressive opponents. However, the downside is that you need to have both red and white mana available, which can limit its usability in purely red decks. Additionally, the life gain is only a bonus if you can afford the extra mana, so if you're short on resources, you might have to settle for just the damage.