Rip Up Their Virtues

Rip Up Their Virtues, card number SUP088, was released as a super-rare instant in the Super Slam trading card game. It was designed to function as a powerful disruption mechanic, forcing players to discard or negate high-value cards in a way that mirrored the game’s aggressive, combative aesthetic. The card reflects the mid-series push toward more complex, interaction-heavy gameplay that characterized the mid-to-late expansion cycles of the Super Slam era.

The illustrative work on this card was commissioned to capture the high-energy, hyper-stylized grit synonymous with the set’s visual identity. The artist focused on a jagged, high-contrast palette intended to evoke a sense of structural collapse, aligning with the card's function of dismantling an opponent’s resources. Upon its release, the card became a notable focal point in competitive circles, praised for its sharp technical utility and the bold, thematic tone of its artwork.