Sudden Impact
| Name | Sudden Impact |
|---|---|
| Type | Instant |
| Description | Sudden Impact deals damage to target player equal to the number of cards in that player's hand. |
| Flavor | "Some say it's better to think before you act. While those people are considering all the options, that's usually when I kill them." —Dravus, lava mage |
| Artist | Greg Hildebrandt & Tim Hildebrandt |
| Set | Seventh Edition #223★ |
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About Sudden Impact
Sudden Impact, Instant, designed by Alan Pollack first released in Oct, 1997 in the set Tempest and was printed exactly in 8 different ways. It's currently being selled by the minimum price of C$ 0.49. It's a key card in 1 combos.
Sudden Impact would be most beneficial in a red burn deck that aims to quickly deplete the opponent's hand and deal direct damage. While it can be a powerful finisher in the late game, more efficient cards like Lightning Bolt or Rift Bolt may be better choices for consistent damage output. Sudden Impact could see play in specific metas where hand disruption is prevalent, but overall it may not be a top-tier choice for competitive decks.
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Frequently asked questions about Sudden Impact
What type of card is Sudden Impact?
Sudden Impact is a Instant card in Magic: the Gathering MTG.
What does Sudden Impact do?
Sudden Impact deals damage to target player equal to the number of cards in that player's hand.
How much does Sudden Impact cost?
Sudden Impact currently starts at C$ 0.49. See live prices from multiple sellers in the Where to buy section above.
What set is Sudden Impact from?
Sudden Impact was first released in the set Tempest, illustrated by Alan Pollack.
Is Sudden Impact legal to play?
Legality depends on the tournament format -- Sudden Impact can be legal in some formats and banned or restricted in others. See the full breakdown per format in the Legality section above.
Is Sudden Impact part of any infinite combos?
Yes, Sudden Impact is a key card in 1 combo(s) in our combo database, linked from the Combos section of this page.
What cards are similar to Sudden Impact?
Cards similar to Sudden Impact include Storm Seeker, Gaze of Adamaro. See the full list in the Similar cards section above.




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