I have GOT to play a game with these guys, I think you've developed them in such an engaging and unique way that puts a super unique spin on the theme for this year. Your faction board and components are SO polished and it seems like you've thought of so many unique concepts that work together to accomplish a really fleshed out goal.
One question, can the apostles force someone (with a blessed warrior there) to battle another faction with a blessed warrior there, even if the defenders blessed warrior might not be removed? I'm assuming not, but just for a clarification. Honestly you've laid out all of the mechanics very well.
Great project and I really want people to get a chance to appreciate them!