Crucifixion Centurion – Common Gospel Soldier – AlephTau Set – Bible TCG
- Rocky Santangela
- Jul 4
- 4 min read
Updated: Sep 17
Surely This Was a Righteous Man
Crucifixion Centurion is a powerful Common Soldier from the Gospel Age, costing 4 faith and offering an immediate boost in board presence. With 2 strength and 2 hope, it's a modest statline, but its Prophecy ability is what sets it apart. When played, this Being creates a 2/2 Soldier, giving you an additional body instantly. This creates a two-for-one effect that’s highly valuable in board-centric strategies.
The Witness at the Cross
The centurion stood where few dared to stand, at the foot of the cross of the King. He had seen countless executions, heard the cries of condemned men, watched their strength fade beneath the weight of death. But this was different. The sky darkened in midday. The earth shook beneath his feet. The veil of the temple tore from top to bottom. Every sound, every sign, every word from the cross declared one thing: this was God in the flesh.
In that moment, the centurion became a witness of heaven’s verdict. He saw the Lamb slain, yet reigning in peace even in death. He heard forgiveness poured out for those who mocked and pierced Him. And the Spirit worked in his heart to speak words that have echoed for centuries: "Certainly this was a righteous man." His testimony stands as a confession that the crucifixion was not defeat, it was the victory of the spotless sacrifice.
This card's verse is Luke 23:47:
"Now when the centurion saw what was done, he glorified God, saying, Certainly this was a righteous man."
This was the same sacrifice foreshadowed when Abraham lifted the knife over Isaac, when the Passover lamb was slain in Egypt, when the sin offering was placed on the altar. Every shadow of the law found its fulfillment in that moment. The centurion looked upon the reality that Moses, David, and the prophets saw from afar. "But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities" - Isaiah 53:5.
The Call of the Cross
The centurion’s confession is the call to every heart, to behold the cross and see the truth of God’s love. That hill was the place where righteousness and mercy embraced. It was where the blood of the testator was poured out to make us clean forever. It was where the power of sin was broken, and the gates of life were opened.
The cross draws every nation, every people, every soldier of every land, to stand and confess what the centurion declared. The sacrifice is perfect. The work is finished. The way is open. In the sight of the cross, all titles, ranks, and past identities fade, and one truth shines, Jesus is Lord and God.
Believer, the same Spirit that opened the centurion’s eyes has opened yours. You stand as one who has believed in the power of the cross. You are washed in His blood, clothed in His righteousness, and sealed with His Spirit. You are a living witness that the King who died is alive forevermore, and your new life declares it to the world.
Strategic Use In Gameplay
This card delivers immediate value and reinforces aggressive or token-based strategies. Having two Beings from one card means you can quickly develop a wide board and pressure your opponent. It also plays well in synergy decks, especially those that rely on Soldier tribal effects or those looking to trigger Prophecy-based bonuses. In midrange or tempo decks, Crucifixion Centurion is a core unit that sets up trades, buffs, and further development on the storyline.
Synergies and Plays:
Two For One: You gain instant presence by putting two Beings into play with one card, creating early pressure or reinforcing the board after a clear.
Soldier Synergy: Works perfectly with cards and strategies that boost Soldiers, increase their strength or hope, or benefit from having multiple Soldiers on the storyline.
Prophecy Synergy: Triggers any effects or buffs that benefit from Prophecy activations, adding a layer of combo potential and tactical depth.
Crucifixion Centurion – Common Gospel Soldier – AlephTau Set – Bible TCG
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is the 2/2 Soldier created?
A: Immediately when Crucifixion Centurion is played. It’s part of the Prophecy ability.
Q: Can I use the 2/2 Soldier the same turn?
A: No. Both of these beings have just been "Created", which stops them from challenging the same turn they were created. The Zeal mechanic overrides this delay.
Q: Is this card only good in Soldier decks?
A: No. While it shines in Soldier-focused decks, the value it provides makes it strong in any deck looking for efficient board development or Prophecy triggers.
Crucifixion Centurion – Common Gospel Soldier – AlephTau Set – Bible TCG
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