Cornelius, First Gentile – Common Church Soldier – AlephTau Set – Bible TCG
- Rocky Santangela
- 4 days ago
- 2 min read
Faith Extends To All
Cornelius, First Gentile is a 3-cost Soldier boasting 3 Strength, 1 Hope, and the powerful Anointing keyword, meaning it ignores the first point of damage dealt to it each turn. As a soldier, it can immediately pressure opposing units or absorb early aggression while presenting a solid board presence.
This card's verse is Acts 10:45:
"And they of the circumcision which believed were astonished, as many as came with Peter, because that on the Gentiles also was poured out the gift of the Holy Ghost."
Strategic Use In Gameplay
This card shines in midrange and control-oriented soldier decks, where sturdy, resilient bodies anchor your game plan. Cornelius not only survives the initial blow but also facilitates favorable trades, helping you stabilize or gain tempo.
Synergies and Plays:
Anointing Survivability: Start trades without fear of dying to minor damage, ideal for attrition strategies or pushing face against aggressive boards.
Soldier Synergy: Works seamlessly with cards that buff or care about soldier presence, especially those that reward beings on the storyline.
Good Trades: With solid base stats, it can efficiently challenge or block similarly sized threats, trading value and board control in your favor.
Cornelius, First Gentile – Common Church Soldier – AlephTau Set – Bible TCG
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does Cornelius ignore damage from events or only challenges?
A: Anointing applies to all forms of incoming damage, so events, abilities, or challenges can be mitigated by the first point each turn.
Q: Can it be challenged twice because of his Anointing?
A: Yes, after his Anointing is hit, subsequent damage will affect him normally.
Q: What's the ideal deck flow to maximize this card?
A: Use Cornelius for offense, then follow up with soldier buffs and protection effects.
Cornelius, First Gentile – Common Church Soldier – AlephTau Set – Bible TCG
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