The 2011 Magic: The Gathering Innistrad card Reckless Waif // Merciless Predator. This Uncommon transform creature, card number 159, features art by Michael C. Hayes.
Reckless Waif // Merciless Predator
2011 • Magic: The Gathering • Innistrad
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Printed as an Uncommon, this card represents a clever design choice within the Innistrad block, offering collectors a piece of the era's thematic shift toward supernatural themes. The card is a Creature — Human Rogue Werewolf with a mana cost of {R} and a mana value of 1, making it an accessible addition to red-based decks. Its most defining feature is its transform mechanic, which allows it to change identity based on gameplay conditions. At the start of each upkeep, if no spells were cast in the previous turn, this creature transforms into its second face. This dual-natured design adds strategic depth, rewarding careful play and deck construction. For collectors, the Innistrad set remains a significant release in Magic: The Gathering history, and cards like Reckless Waif // Merciless Predator are sought after for their unique artwork and gameplay utility. Whether you are building a thematic deck or adding to your collection of transform cards, this piece offers both visual appeal and mechanical interest. The card's design, illustrated by Michael C. Hayes, captures the eerie atmosphere that defined the Innistrad block, making it a favorite among fans of the series.
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Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Michael C. Hayes
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English
{R}
Creature — Human Rogue Werewolf
1 / 1
R
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At the beginning of each upkeep, if no spells were cast last turn, transform this creature.
"Yes, I'm alone. No, I'm not worried."
