The details of the Wei Elite Companions foil card, card number 79 from the 2009 Masters Edition III set of Magic: The Gathering.
Wei Elite Companions
2009 • Magic: The Gathering • Masters Edition III
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The Wei Elite Companions foil card, numbered 79 in the 2009 Masters Edition III set, offers collectors a distinct piece of Magic: The Gathering history. As a Common rarity card, it serves as a foundational element for players building decks around the Black mana color identity. The card features a mana cost of four generic mana and one black mana, allowing for strategic deployment in various game formats. This creature card represents a Human Soldier with a power and toughness of 3/3. Its most defining game mechanic is Horsemanship, a keyword ability that fundamentally alters how it interacts with opponents during combat. Specifically, this ability prevents other creatures from blocking Wei Elite Companions unless those blockers also possess Horsemanship. This unique trait makes the card a compelling choice for collectors interested in the mechanical diversity and strategic depth of the Masters Edition III expansion. For enthusiasts of the trading card game, foil versions of cards from this era hold significant appeal due to their visual finish and historical context. The Masters Edition III set was released to bring popular cards from previous sets into a new format, and Wei Elite Companions remains a recognizable part of that legacy. Collectors often seek out this card to complete their Masters Edition III collections or to add a functional, visually striking piece to their storage binders. Whether you are a veteran player looking to refresh your deck or a new collector diving into the world of Magic: The Gathering, understanding the mechanics and history of cards like this one enhances the overall collecting experience. The combination of its foil treatment and unique ability makes it a notable entry for any serious catalog.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Wei Elite Companions
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Common
Li Youliang
Card Stock
English
Foil
{4}{B}
Creature — Human Soldier
3 / 3
B
Card Text
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Horsemanship (This creature can't be blocked except by creatures with horsemanship.)
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