Young Wei Recruits is a Common creature card from the 2009 Magic: The Gathering Masters Edition III set, featuring a 2/2 Human Soldier with a unique blocking restriction.
Young Wei Recruits
2009 • Magic: The Gathering • Masters Edition III
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Young Wei Recruits stands as a distinctive entry in the 2009 Magic: The Gathering Masters Edition III (ME3) roster. Classified as a Common card numbered 84, this Black creature brings a specific tactical constraint to the battlefield. As a Human Soldier with a mana value of two, it costs {1}{B} to cast and enters the field with two power and two toughness. The card’s defining mechanical trait is its inability to block, a limitation that shapes how players utilize it within deck strategies. This restriction encourages players to focus on its offensive capabilities or its role in specific tribal synergies rather than defensive duties. The card’s flavor text, attributed to Confucius, adds a layer of thematic depth, reminding players that sending untrained individuals to war is a futile endeavor. This narrative element complements the card’s mechanical weakness, creating a cohesive design that reflects the historical context of its subject. Illustrated by Li Youliang, the card is part of the diverse selection available for TCG enthusiasts. Collectors often seek out ME3 cards for their nostalgic value and the unique gameplay experiences they offer. Young Wei Recruits is a staple for those interested in the Black color pie and the Soldier tribal archetype. Its straightforward design and clear rules text make it accessible to new players while remaining a relevant piece for veteran collectors building comprehensive sets. The card’s presence in the Masters Edition III series highlights the set’s focus on powerful and strategic gameplay elements from Magic’s rich history. Whether you are completing a set or looking for specific cards to enhance your deck, this product represents a key component of the ME3 expansion.
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Young Wei Recruits
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Li Youliang
Card Stock
English
{1}{B}
Creature — Human Soldier
2 / 2
B
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This creature can't block.
"To send the common people to war untrained is to throw them away." —Confucius, The Analects (trans. Lau)







