Using it in response to a kill spell can effectively counter it, permanents with protection can be very difficult to deal with, and there are a bunch more interactions out there to learn
Its best when paired with creatures that trigger off attacks or at the beginning of combat, like Hellrider and Akroma, Vision of Ixidor
For example, if it's discarded, countered, or destroyed, put it into your graveyard
The cards that do this best are Chance for Glory, Return of the Wildspeaker, Ajani, the Greathearted, and Ferocity of the Wilds all are strong finishers for the deck
Elspeth Resplendent Elspeth Resplendent ensures your creatures reach their full potential with a range of ability counters and a small power boost off the uptick
If you've completed a Dungeon, youll be able to bring a creature back to the battlefield