Ambush Viper – Common Church Dragon – AlephTau Set – Bible TCG
- Rocky Santangela
- Jul 6
- 2 min read
Fiery Strike Without Delay
Ambush Viper is a 1-cost Church Dragon with 1 Strength, 1 Hope, and Zeal, allowing it to Challenge immediately when played. This makes it a powerful tempo card, especially for aggressive decks that rely on early board control. As a Dragon, it fits into tribal decks that aim to curve out efficiently and apply pressure from the first turn.
This card's verse is Acts 28:3:
"And when Paul had gathered a bundle of sticks, and laid them on the fire, there came a viper out of the heat, and fastened on his hand."
Strategic Use In Gameplay
Don’t let its humble stats fool you, Ambush Viper is all about initiative. Its Zeal keyword allows it to initiate trades on your turn, potentially eliminating early-game enemy Beings before they become threats. This card shines in decks that aim to dominate the board quickly, especially those that capitalize on Dragon tribal synergy or low-cost curve flooding.
Synergies and Plays:
Dragon Synergy: Combines well with Church or Dragon-based cards that provide buffs or effects when Dragons enter the board.
Early Trade: Use Zeal to immediately Challenge a 1-Hope enemy, removing threats before they activate abilities.
Aggro Opener: Opens up aggressive lines of play, particularly when followed by additional low-cost Beings to maintain pressure.
Ambush Viper – Common Church Dragon – AlephTau Set – Bible TCG
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What kind of deck does Ambush Viper excel in?
A: It’s best in aggressive or tempo decks that want to take initiative early and control the board.
Q: Can Zeal be used the turn it's played even if nothing is on the opponent's board?
A: Yes, Zeal is always active. If no enemy is present, it simply stays ready until needed.
Q: How does this compare to other 1-cost cards with no abilities?
A: The Zeal mechanic gives it an edge by letting you act proactively, not just reactively, especially important in early turns.
Ambush Viper – Common Church Dragon – AlephTau Set – Bible TCG
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