Sudden Shock

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-	2.36	0.03 tix

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Name	Sudden Shock
Type	Instant
Description	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.
Flavor	Arc mages aren't known for their patience.
Artist	Vance Kovacs
Set	Time Spiral Promos #179★
Wallpaper	download
Image	download

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About Sudden Shock

Sudden Shock, Instant, designed by Vance Kovacs first released in Jun, 2002 in the set Magic Online Promos and was printed exactly in 6 different ways. It see play in 1 formats: Commander. It's currently being selled by the minimum price of 2.36.

This card, Sudden Shock, would be beneficial in a deck that aims to disrupt opponents' strategies by preventing them from responding with instant-speed spells or abilities. It could be particularly effective against decks that rely heavily on instant-speed interaction or protection spells. While there may be other cards with similar effects, Sudden Shock's split second ability sets it apart by ensuring that opponents cannot respond, making it a strong choice for decks looking to catch opponents off guard. Overall, Sudden Shock could see play in decks focused on disrupting opponents' plans and maintaining control of the game.

Rules

03/19/21

If 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.

03/19/21

Players 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.

03/19/21

Split 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.

06/07/13

Casting a spell with split second won’t affect spells and abilities that are already on the stack.

06/07/13

Players still get priority while a card with split second is on the stack.

06/07/13

Split second doesn’t prevent triggered abilities from triggering. If one does, its controller puts it on the stack and chooses targets for it, if any. Those abilities will resolve as normal.