Both are good for side boards though....
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Well if the the purpose of this deck was simply to gain life, then perhaps the Baneslayer would be better than the Serra Avatar. Since it is not, however, the Serra Avatar is great for the purpose of the deck. Enchant the Avatar with Rancor and the Serra's Embrace, now it has trample and flying. Combine this with the noble purpose, and Serra's Blessing....... massive power.