Primeval Fish – Uncommon Genesis Fish – AlephTau Set – Bible TCG

Rocky Santangela
Jun 22
3 min read

Updated: Jun 25

Primeval Fish – Base Art – Uncommon Genesis Fish – AlephTau Set – Bible TCG

Life Stirred in the Deep

Primeval Fish is an Uncommon Fish Being from the Alpha Age, costing 0 faith, with 1 strength and 1 hope. Though simple in form and costless to play, this card represents the first motion of life in the sea, echoing the earliest act of divine creation.

The Waters Brought Forth Life

In the very first chapter of Scripture, God spoke, and the waters began to stir. “And God said, Let the waters bring forth abundantly the moving creature that hath life…” – Genesis 1:20. Just like that, the oceans weren’t empty anymore. They were alive, teeming with creation. The great whales and all the other fish came first, moving, swimming, multiplying, just because God said so. That’s the power of His Word.

The sea often represents the unknown, even death in some places. But here, God turns that place into a fountain of life. His Word doesn’t just shine light, it fills voids. And from those deep places came the first creatures. The fish became a sign of God’s ability to bring life from chaos, to make something beautiful from what was once empty.

This card's verse is Genesis 1:20:

"And God said, Let the waters bring forth abundantly the moving creature that hath life, [...]"

That first act of creation sets the tone for everything else. The movement in the water is a preview of how God works, bringing hope from hopelessness, life from death, and purpose where there was none. He didn’t need help; He just needed to speak.

Primeval Fish – Full Art – Uncommon Genesis Fish – AlephTau Set – Bible TCG

Jesus Casts the Net of Grace

When Jesus walked along the Sea of Galilee, He looked at some fishermen and gave them a call they never expected: “Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.” – Matthew 4:19. The same voice that filled the oceans with fish now calls people out of the waters, out of sin, fear, and the grave. The gospel is the net. Grace is the hook. And the catch? Souls saved from death.

Jesus wasn’t afraid to go deep. He dove into the depths of death, into the tomb, and came out alive, bringing many with Him. He is the Rescuer, pulling people out of the water just like He told Peter: “Come.” – Matthew 14:29. Every fish caught is someone rescued from drowning. Every life saved is a miracle of grace.

Believers, rejoice, you’ve been pulled from the deep by the hands of love. And for anyone who hasn’t believed yet, listen closely: Jesus is still calling. His voice is still powerful. He still speaks life. Trust in Him, because you believed in the gospel of grace, and find yourself lifted from the deep into the everlasting arms of the Savior.

Strategic Use In Gameplay

Primeval Fish is a 0-cost Fish Being with 1 strength and 1 hope, making it an excellent early-game option for establishing presence without spending Faith.

Synergies and Combinations

Zero-Cost Utility: Allows you to extend your board or trigger being-based synergies without costing any Faith, ideal for efficient turns.

Fish Tribe: Pairs well with Fish-themed decks, activating bonuses from cards that boost or interact with Fish Beings.

Setting Up a Wide Board: Great for flooding the storyline early, especially in strategies that benefit from numerous low-cost Beings.