The 2006 Time Spiral Sudden Shock foil card (#179) is an uncommon Red Instant featuring the split second mechanic and artwork by Vance Kovacs.
Sudden Shock
2006 • Magic: The Gathering • Time Spiral
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Released in 2006 as part of the Time Spiral set, this Magic: The Gathering card is identified by the set code TSP and card number 179. It is an uncommon Red Instant with a mana cost of {1}{R} and a mana value of 2. The card features the powerful split second mechanic, which prevents opponents from casting spells or activating non-mana abilities while it resolves. This print showcases the foil treatment, adding a distinct visual appeal for collectors focused on set completion and parallel varieties. Designed by Vance Kovacs, the card remains a notable piece for fans of the Time Spiral expansion and those seeking to build comprehensive collections of Magic: The Gathering artifacts. The inclusion of split second makes it a mechanically significant card within the Red color identity, appealing to players and collectors alike who appreciate the strategic depth of the era.
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Sudden Shock
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Uncommon
Vance Kovacs
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{R}
Instant
R
Card Text
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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.
Arc mages aren't known for their patience.