The 1999 Magic: The Gathering Mercadian Masques expansion with this foil version of card #34, Pious Warrior. This common white-bordered creature features a unique life-gain mechanic.
Pious Warrior
1999 • Magic: The Gathering • Mercadian Masques
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The Pious Warrior, numbered 34 in the 1999 Mercadian Masques set, represents a distinct moment in Magic: The Gathering history. This common white-bordered creature serves as a foundational piece for collectors focusing on the Mercadian block. As a foil variant, it offers a shimmering finish that appeals to enthusiasts of the era's print treatments. Designed by Jeff Miracola, the card depicts a Human Rebel Warrior with a mana cost of three generic mana and one white mana. Its primary ability triggers whenever the creature takes combat damage, allowing the controller to gain life equal to the damage dealt. This defensive mechanic made it a practical choice for control-oriented strategies during its release. For collectors building a complete Mercadian Masques collection, this foil card adds necessary variety to the set. The Mercadian Masques expansion remains a significant chapter in the game's lore, introducing the Cho-Arrim and the world of Mercadia. Owning this card number ensures completeness for serious set builders. Whether you are completing a block set or expanding your white mana pool, this card is a valuable addition to any Magic: The Gathering archive.
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Pious Warrior
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Jeff Miracola
Card Stock
English
Foil
{3}{W}
Creature — Human Rebel Warrior
2 / 3
W
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Whenever this creature is dealt combat damage, you gain that much life.
The Cho-Arrim make no distinction between healers and soldiers.