Shock
Duel Decks: Speed vs. Cunning 21 • common
- Set
- Duel Decks: Speed vs. Cunning
- Collector number
- 21
- Rarity
- Common
- Mana cost
- red mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Red
- Artist
- Jon Foster
- Market price
- $0.15
What it does
Shock deals 2 damage to any target.
"The beauty of it is they never see it coming. Ever."— Razzix, sparkmage
Where you can play it
- StandardLegal
- PioneerLegal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricLegal
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Shock was originally released in the 1999 Urza's Destiny set as a staple red direct-damage spell. Over the years, it has become a fundamental component of the red mage's toolkit, serving as a reliable way to remove small creatures or provide a final push of damage to an opponent. The version featured in Duel Decks: Speed vs. Cunning was issued in 2014, a product designed to showcase the aggressive, fast-paced playstyles that have defined Magic: The Gathering for decades.
This particular printing features artwork by Jon Foster. Known for his evocative and painterly style, Foster sought to capture the visceral, explosive energy of a bolt of fire mid-discharge. His take on the spell leans into a more atmospheric and grounded aesthetic compared to the more stylized or cartoonish depictions found in other sets, contributing to the card's reputation as a classic and versatile utility piece within the game's expansive history.
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