In a match against Mzrael, Lovk built Cyclops in a Castle or Stronghold and captured their lair in the first week. By the third week, he had 20 Cyclops. If the battle were on map 131-132, all that would be needed is to position them correctly, and Misha's angels would be subjected to significant fire. But what would 5 bears and 6 Cyclops do in this situation? Who knows, the first option seems better. Angels destroy 2 bears per attack, and it's still necessary to somehow reach the Cyclops under fire.
Both players used expert tactics; if Misha had attacked, the angels with Haste would have reached the Cyclops, and due to the upgraded snakes, he would have had the first turn. But there would still be mana left after the battle with double Gold Output – it's not a certainty.