Ephod: Strategy Card Game icon

9.6 90 Reviews


12.2.0


July 29, 2025

About Ephod: Strategy Card Game

Establish your spiritual legacy in a competitive card strategy experience where precision, planning, and power combine to shape your rise through prophetic favor. In this immersive game, players compete by collecting gems, purchasing cards, and earning recognition from kings and prophets to build the highest-scoring path to priesthood. Whether in quick solo matches or seasonal ranked ladders, every decision counts as you draft resources, disrupt opponents, and tactically acquire prestige to secure your place at the top.

Strategic Core Gameplay

- Accumulate colored gems to purchase progressively valuable cards

- Each card adds permanent gem bonuses and contributes toward final point totals

- Fulfill specific card combinations and conditions to gain favor from elite nobles

- Balance resource management and tactical denial to outmaneuver opponents

Game Modes and Match Formats

- Random Games: Enter instant matches against global players using standardized rules

- Private Games: Invite friends or specific opponents via custom room codes

- Season Games: Participate in timed seasonal events with competitive progression and rank rewards

- Rankings: View personal stats, compare global scores, and track seasonal performance

Competitive Structure and Progression

- Ranked ladder based on win consistency, decision efficiency, and score achievement

- Unlock new visual elements, titles, or game perks through seasonal success

- Matchmaking algorithm ensures balanced competition across experience levels

- Seasonal resets offer new opportunities to climb the competitive hierarchy

Card Acquisition and Engine Building

- Choose from multiple card tiers—some focusing on gem generation, others on prestige

- Develop long-term card synergy for exponential gem production

- Prioritize powerful combinations that align with noble requirements

- Evaluate risk-versus-reward when selecting high-cost cards early versus strategic flexibility later

Interface and Accessibility

- Streamlined layout designed for mobile with clear card icons and drag-and-drop functionality

- Intuitive touch controls allow for rapid moves and quick turn resolution

- Minimal interface clutter emphasizes strategic clarity and fluid gameplay

- Performance optimized for both casual play and focused competitive sessions

Immersive Audio and Visuals

- Elegant soundtrack built around thematic cues of ceremony and conflict

- Subtle animations highlight important card acquisitions and score triggers

- Noble avatars and gem types are visually distinctive for easy recognition mid-match

Player Profiles and Statistics

- Track win-loss ratio, match completion rate, average scores, and favored strategies

- Historical data helps refine tactics and identify performance trends

- Personalized progression metrics available through match review tools

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I play with friends in private games?

A: Yes, you can create a custom room code for friend matches.

Q: Are seasonal games competitive?

A: Yes, season games rank you based on performance and reward top players.

Q: How do I earn favor from nobles?

A: You must meet specific card and gem requirements outlined by each noble.

Q: Are gem bonuses permanent once earned?

A: Yes, purchased cards provide ongoing gem bonuses for future turns.

Q: Can I play without an internet connection?

A: Multiplayer features require an internet connection for matchmaking.

Q: Do rankings reset after each season?

A: Yes, seasonal ladders reset and open new progression paths.

Q: Is there a tutorial for new players?

A: Yes, introductory guidance is available to explain mechanics and scoring.

Q: Can I replay completed matches?

A: Match history may be available depending on mode and settings.

Q: Is the game balanced for beginners?

A: Yes, matchmaking pairs players with similar experience levels.

Q: Are card abilities static or randomized?

A: Card effects and costs are fixed to ensure fair strategic planning.

Version History

v12.2.0 ---- 07 Jan 2025
In Ranked Games, you can now choose your preferred number of players: 2 players, 3 players, or Random
Thank you to everyone who shared their feedback
v12.1.0 ---- 29 Dec 2024
You can now click on a player's deck to view their reserved card backs, recent turn actions, and acquired King/Prophet tiles
Fixed additional in-game bugs based on recent player reports

Additional APP Information

Latest Version

Request Ephod: Strategy Card Game Update 12.2.0

Uploaded by

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Requires Android

Android 9.0+

Available on

Ephod: Strategy Card Game on Google Play

Last Updated

July 29, 2025

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