Shock is a Common Instant from the Magic: The Gathering Core Set 2021, numbered 159 in the M21 checklist. This red mana spell deals 2 damage to any target.
2020 • Magic: The Gathering • Core Set 2021
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Shock occupies slot 159 in the Magic: The Gathering Core Set 2021 (M21), a Common Instant that costs a single red mana to cast. As a one-mana spell with a mana value of 1, it provides immediate interaction by dealing 2 damage to any target. The card features flavor text attributed to the sparkmage Razzix, noting that the target never sees the damage coming. This printing retains the original rules text and flavor attribution established for the card. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering often appreciate the distinct identity of individual cards within a set’s base checklist. Shock serves as a recognizable component of the M21 release, allowing enthusiasts to track specific editions through its card number and set code. The card is illustrated by Jon Foster. For players and completists, owning a copy of Shock from Core Set 2021 provides a concrete piece of the set’s history. The card’s straightforward design and iconic effect make it a familiar sight in the game’s long-running legacy. Whether building a personal collection or cataloging specific set components, this card represents a fundamental part of the M21 experience.
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Shock
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Jon Foster
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English
{R}
Instant
R
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Shock deals 2 damage to any target.
"The beauty of it is they never see it coming. Ever." —Razzix, sparkmage
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