Sudden Shock
Time Spiral Promos 179★ • rare
- Set
- Time Spiral Promos
- Collector number
- 179★
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- 1 generic mana red mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Red
- Artist
- Vance Kovacs
- Finish
- Foil
What it does
Split second (As long as this spell is on the stack, players can't cast spells or activate abilities that aren't mana abilities.)
Sudden Shock deals 2 damage to any target.
Arc mages aren't known for their patience.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperNot legal
- BrawlNot legal
- HistoricNot legal
- TimelessNot legal
- Penny DreadfulLegal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Sudden Shock was originally released in the 2006 Magic: The Gathering set Time Spiral. The card is notable for its 'split second' keyword, a mechanic designed to limit player interaction by preventing opponents from casting spells or activating abilities in response. This specific version is a foil promotional printing from the Time Spiral expansion block, distinguished by the star symbol following the collector number 179.
The art for this card was created by illustrator Kev Walker, known for his gritty, high-contrast style that frequently appeared throughout the mid-2000s era of the game. The design emphasizes the sudden, inescapable nature of the spell, depicting a bolt of energy striking a target. Within the competitive community, the card became a staple in eternal formats for its ability to bypass counterspells and protective measures, solidifying its place as a functional classic.
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