Weakness

Description

The Magic 2010 expansion, released in 2009, established a foundational framework for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game with its streamlined design and accessible mechanics. Within this core set, Weakness appears as card number 121, a common black enchantment classified as an Aura. Designed by artist Kev Walker, the card features a distinct foil finish that differentiates it from the standard nonfoil printings found in booster packs. As an Enchantment — Aura, Weakness requires a creature to be enchanted upon entry. Its static ability grants a specific mechanical effect: the enchanted creature receives a -2/-1 modifier to its power and toughness. This single mana cost ({B}) makes it an efficient removal option or a strategic tool for reducing an opponent's board presence without targeting the creature directly for destruction. The card’s flavor text, "For strength to have any meaning, there must also be... You," provides thematic context for its ability to weaken formidable targets. The foil finish distinguishes this common card from the nonfoil base version of the Magic 2010 set. Card number 121 is part of the Magic 2010 base checklist. Owning the foil variant of Weakness offers a tangible piece of this era's design history. The card’s straightforward rules text and low mana value reflect the set’s focus on clear, interactive gameplay. Whether used in casual play or kept as a catalog entry for set completion, this foil card represents a specific point in the game's evolution.