No, shrine is only an enchantment type, not a creature type
Thats not the only returning mechanic though, and our preview card shows off a gameplay element weve not seen in nearly a decade
Alela, Cunning Conqueror Because Alela, Cunning Conqueror generates a lot of flying creatures, its easy to get past your opponents defense with at least one creature
Especially in colors that want permanents in the graveyard
On the opposing end, Black cares only for power and pursues it relentlessly
Im not sure exactly how this deck would compare to G/R Aggro and U/R Delver, but theres something to be said for a pristine mana base and an abundance of burn