Shalai's Acolyte⁣ - Dominaria United⁣ (Uncommon)⁣ [33]

Shalai's Acolyte is a 3/4 Angel creature with flying, meaning it can evade most ground-based blockers and deal damage from the air. When you cast it for its base cost of {4}{W}, you get a solid creature for your mana, but if you also pay an extra {1}{G} (a mechanic called "kicker"), it enters the battlefield with two +1/+1 counters, turning it into a 5/6 creature. This added power and toughness make it particularly useful in mid to late games when you have extra mana to spare, allowing you to establish a stronger board presence, though keep in mind that if you can't afford the kicker, it won't be as impactful.