The 2025 Secret Lair Drop release features the foil Rare sorcery Skewer the Critics (Card 2056), a striking addition to any Magic: The Gathering collection.
Skewer the Critics
2025 • Magic: The Gathering • Secret Lair Drop
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This release highlights a unique spell that deals three damage to any target, offering versatile gameplay options for competitive and casual builders alike. Designed by Yuko Shimizu, the card embodies the distinct artistic vision characteristic of Secret Lair products, making it a visually appealing component for serious collectors. As a foil variant, this card catches the light differently than non-foil counterparts, adding a layer of prestige for those who prioritize finish and presentation. The Spectacle mechanic allows the caster to pay an additional red mana if an opponent lost life this turn, providing strategic depth beyond its base mana cost of two generic and one red mana. For investors and hobbyists tracking the evolution of Magic: The Gathering's limited edition drops, this product represents a tangible piece of the brand's innovative design history. Collectors focusing on the Secret Lair series often seek out these unique interventions to complete their thematic sets or to appreciate the individual artist's contribution. The combination of Yuko Shimizu's design work and the specific card number 2056 makes this product a distinct entry in the 2025 catalog. Whether you are building a library around sorcery spells or acquiring unique foil treatments, this card offers a compelling focal point for your Magic: The Gathering collection.
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Skewer the Critics
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Yuko Shimizu
Card Stock
English
Foil
{2}{R}
Sorcery
R
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Spectacle {R} (You may cast this spell for its spectacle cost rather than its mana cost if an opponent lost life this turn.) Skewer the Critics deals 3 damage to any target.
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