Shock

Description

The Shock card, numbered 219★, is a foundational instant from the 2001 Magic: The Gathering Seventh Edition set. Designed by Mike Sass, this card represents a core element of the game's red mana strategy, allowing players to deal 2 damage to any target for a single red mana cost. Its low mana value of 1 makes it one of the most efficient removal spells in the game's history, capable of answering a wide variety of threats across multiple formats. As a common rarity card within Seventh Edition, Shock was printed in high volumes to support the set's role as a gateway for new players entering the trading card game. The foil treatment adds a layer of visual appeal that distinguishes these copies from the standard non-foil versions, making them particularly attractive to collectors who focus on finish variations rather than just set completion. The card’s versatility in gameplay has cemented its status as a reprint staple, appearing in numerous subsequent sets and products over the decades. Collectors of Magic: The Gathering often seek out Seventh Edition cards for their historical significance as the final core set to feature the black border design before the transition to the white border era. The Shock card, with its straightforward yet powerful effect, serves as an excellent example of the set's design philosophy. Whether you are building a library of rare foils or studying the evolution of red instant spells, this card remains a significant piece of the 7ED catalog.