Venomous Hierophant

Description

The Venomous Hierophant is a distinct creature card from the 2020 Magic: The Gathering set Theros Beyond Death, identified by card number 122 in the THB set code. As a Common rarity Gorgon Cleric, it occupies a specific niche within the collection, offering players a straightforward mechanical package without the complexity of higher-tier prints. The card's design reflects the set's mythological Greek aesthetic, grounding the creature in a world of gods and monsters where divine influence shapes the battlefield. Mechanically, the Venomous Hierophant serves as a resilient mid-game threat. With a mana cost of three generic mana and one black mana, it enters the board as a 3/3 body, providing immediate board presence. Its most notable feature is the deathtouch ability, which ensures that any damage it deals to opposing creatures is sufficient to destroy them, making it an effective blocker and aggressor against larger threats. Additionally, the card includes an enter-the-battlefield trigger that mills three cards from the top of the controller’s library into their graveyard. This effect can support graveyard-dependent strategies or disrupt an opponent's planned draws, adding strategic depth to its otherwise simple stats. For collectors, this card represents a tangible piece of the Theros Beyond Death era. It was illustrated by Johannes Voss, whose work contributes to the visual identity of the set. Whether you are building a collection of Magic: The Gathering cards, focusing on specific creature types like Clerics, or simply appreciating the art and design of modern TCG releases, the Venomous Hierophant stands as a clear example of the set's creature lineup.