Slashing Tiger, card number 133 from the 2009 Magic: The Gathering Masters Edition III set. This 3/3 Cat creature features a unique defensive ability.
Slashing Tiger
2009 • Magic: The Gathering • Masters Edition III
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Slashing Tiger (Card #133) from Magic: The Gathering's Masters Edition III stands as a distinct piece of the 2009 collector landscape. Designed by Yang Jun Kwon, this Common rarity card introduces a powerful defensive mechanic to the green mana pool. As a 3/3 Cat creature with a mana cost of {2}{G}{G}, it offers strategic depth for players building decks in formats where Masters Edition III cards are legal. The card’s ability triggers whenever it becomes blocked, granting it +2/+2 until the end of the turn, making it a resilient presence in combat. Collectors often seek this card to complete their Masters Edition III base sets or to appreciate its role in the broader history of Magic: The Gathering. Whether you are a seasoned veteran of the TCG or a new collector diving into the game's extensive lore, Slashing Tiger represents a solid addition to any collection. For investors and hobbyists alike, understanding the value of specific set releases like Masters Edition III is key to building a meaningful portfolio.
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Slashing Tiger
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Yang Jun Kwon
Card Stock
English
{2}{G}{G}
Creature — Cat
3 / 3
G
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Whenever this creature becomes blocked, it gets +2/+2 until end of turn.
"Unless you enter the tiger's lair, you cannot get hold of the tiger's cubs." —Sun Tzu, Art of War (trans. Giles)