I am actually perfectly fine with GBD in terms of mechanics. It may be a little cumbersome as a sacrifice outlet but it does "work" in the sense that it is neither overpowered and yet would probably see some play.
My actual comment was that the sacrifice ability does seem like an ability bleed of sorts which not just touches the line between the human-shadow faction but probably crosses the line. The text other friendly ally" and the flavour text suggests that the allies are actually gains strength from devouring another -- a friendly ally at that -- something which strikes too similarly to the likes of the shadowy Ogloth.
If a similar text appeared on a card that is named "Recruiting Bog-Army" with a flavour text that suggests that the ally is getting bigger because they are abandoning their individual identity to become a collective horde, it would probably make more sense flavour-wise. But then again: -
Fair enough. Just my first thoughts when I saw it
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