Stephen, Stoned Martyr – Uncommon Church Man – AlephTau Set – Bible TCG
- Rocky Santangela
- 3 days ago
- 2 min read
Strength Through Suffering
Stephen, Stoned Martyr is a 2-cost Church Man card with 1 Strength and 2 Hope, and a Prophecy ability that activates upon creation: deal 1 damage to another target Being and give it +2 Strength. This hybrid effect offers both board control and stat enhancement, making it one of the more tactically versatile early-game support cards in Bible TCG.
This card's verse is Acts 7:59:
"And they stoned Stephen, calling upon God, and saying, Lord Jesus, receive my spirit."
Strategic Use In Gameplay
This card plays an interesting double-role, serving as both a damage trigger and a buff enabler. You can use the 1 damage ping to activate Patience, remove a weakened enemy, or light up a friendly Being for stronger trades. The +2 Strength bonus allows that same target to become a powerhouse that can pressure or defend more effectively.
Synergies and Plays:
Patience Trigger: Activates Beings that have Patience or other synergy cards that benefit from receiving damage.
Potential Removal: Pinging 1 damage can finish off fragile or wounded enemy Beings, cleaning up the board early.
Buff Friendly Being: Great synergy in midrange decks where one strong Being can carry a turn after being enhanced.
Stephen, Stoned Martyr – Uncommon Church Man – AlephTau Set – Bible TCG
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I target an enemy Being to deal damage?
A: Yes, but be careful, the +2 Strength also applies. Use wisely depending on the game state.
Q: Does Stephen’s ability target himself?
A: No. You must select another Being, which can be either friendly or enemy.
Q: Is this a good early-game play?
A: Absolutely. For just 2 Faith, you get a presence on the board and a meaningful stat shift or removal opportunity. It opens up tempo and combo options in a wide range of decks.
Stephen, Stoned Martyr – Uncommon Church Man – AlephTau Set – Bible TCG
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