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. This specific version, marked as a promo with the collector number 179★, was distributed through the Friday Night Magic program, a series of weekly organized play events designed to foster local gaming communities. The card features the 'split second' mechanic, which prevents players from casting spells or activating abilities in response to it, a design choice intended to provide a powerful tool for interrupting complex board states.
The artwork for this version was commissioned by artist Vance Kovacs. Known for his atmospheric and moody style, Kovacs leaned into the high-tension nature of the card's mechanics, illustrating a visceral, instantaneous bolt of energy. Upon its release, Sudden Shock was well-received by competitive players for its efficiency and unique tactical utility, solidifying its place as a staple in various formats where quick, uncounterable damage is highly valued.
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