David, God's Heart – Holy Israel King – AlephTau Set – Bible TCG
- Rocky Santangela
- Jul 3
- 2 min read
From Shepherd to Sovereign
David, God's Heart is a Holy King Being from the Israel Age, costing 7 faith and bringing a rich blend of mechanics to the battlefield. With 5 strength and 3 hope, this card comes with three impactful keywords: Protect, Anointing, and Resurrect. These mechanics ensure defensive power, resilience, and a token-based aftermath upon exile, making David a flexible play for control, buff combos, or swarm strategies.
This card's verse is 2 Samuel 7:8:
"[...] Thus saith the LORD of hosts, I took thee from the sheepcote, from following the sheep, to be ruler over my people, over Israel:"
Strategic Use In Gameplay
David, God's Heart thrives in builds that appreciate board control, token creation, or resilient King synergy. His Protect keyword forces your opponent to deal with him first, while Anointing shields him from the first instance of damage. When finally dealt with, Resurrect unleashes five 1/1 cattle, offering a new wave of utility, whether for defense, sacrifice combos, or positioning-based buffs.
Synergies and Plays:
Board Protection: The Protect and Anointing combo makes David a durable shield that holds down the frontline.
Combo Enabler: The five 1/1 cattle created on exile synergize beautifully with buff-centric strategies.
King And Cattle: Though a King in type, David’s Resurrect effect leans heavily into Cattle tribal decks.
David, God's Heart – Holy Israel King – AlephTau Set – Bible TCG
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can he block multiple attackers with Protect?
A: Yes, Protect requires enemies to challenge him first, essentially blocking the enemy board.
Q: When does the Resurrect effect trigger?
A: The Resurrect ability triggers only when David is Exiled, creating five 1/1 cattle.
Q: Are the 1/1 cattle classified as Cattle tribe Beings?
A: Yes, they are Cattle Beings, making them fully eligible for any tribal synergy or buffs that target that group.
David, God's Heart – Holy Israel King – AlephTau Set – Bible TCG
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