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Sudden Shock
TSP · Time Spiral #179 · Uncommon · released 2006-10-06
{1}{R}
Instant
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.
Sudden Shock is an uncommon red instant from Time Spiral (2006). It has been printed 5 times across 5 sets, from 2006 to 2021. Recent market prices range from $0.12 to $4.90 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker and Penny Dreadful.
USD$0.56
USD Foil$0.96
Format legality
Where you can play Sudden Shock in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricNot legal
BrawlNot legal
Penny DreadfulLegal
All printings (5)
Prices range from $0.12 to $4.90 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Modern Masters at $0.12.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Time Spiral Promos | 179★ | Rare | — | $4.90 |
| Time Spiral This page | 179 | Uncommon | $0.59 | $0.96 |
| Modern Masters | 133 | Uncommon | $0.12 | $0.37 |
| Magic Online Promos | 36316 | Uncommon | — | — |
| Time Spiral Remastered | 194 | Uncommon | $0.14 | $0.45 |
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Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (6).
- 2021-03-19Players still get priority while a card with split second is on the stack; their options are just limited to mana abilities and certain special actions.
- 2021-03-19Players may turn face-down creatures face up while a spell with split second is on the stack.
- 2021-03-19Split second doesn't stop triggered abilities from triggering, such as that of Chalice of the Void. If one does, its controller puts it on the stack and chooses targets for it, if any. Those abilities will resolve as normal.
- 2021-03-19Casting a spell with split second won't affect spells and abilities that are already on the stack.
- 2021-03-19If the resolution of a triggered ability involves casting a spell, that spell can't be cast if a spell with split second is on the stack.
- 2021-03-19After a spell with split second resolves (or otherwise leaves the stack), players may again cast spells and activate abilities before the next object on the stack resolves.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sudden Shock legal in Commander?
Yes — Sudden Shock is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Sudden Shock legal in?
Sudden Shock is legal in Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker and Penny Dreadful.
How many times has Sudden Shock been printed?
Sudden Shock has been printed 5 times across 5 sets, from 2006 to 2021.
What is the cheapest printing of Sudden Shock?
The cheapest printing is Modern Masters (#133) at about $0.12.
Who illustrated Sudden Shock?
This printing of Sudden Shock was illustrated by Vance Kovacs.