Sudden Edict
Sudden Edict Price Summary
As of Aug 7, 2026, the cheapest tracked printing of Sudden Edict is $0.25 (MH2 #346, Showcase), and the most expensive is $80.22 (SLP #39, Full Art, Foil). The benchmark price (cheapest playable nonfoil) is $0.25, flat over 7 days, flat over 30 days, flat over 90 days. All-time tracked high: $12.64 (2026).
Sudden Edict Printings & Prices
Sudden Edict has 3 tracked printings across 2 sets, in nonfoil and foil finishes, including full art and showcase treatments.
Sell Sudden Edict: Buylist Offers
Card Kingdom currently pays $31.00 cash for SLP #39 (Foil); the retail-buylist spread on that printing is 44% (wide).
| Buyer | Printing | Finish | Cash offer | Retail | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Card Kingdom | SLP #39 | Foil | $31.00 | $54.99 | 44% |
| Card Kingdom | SLP #39 | Nonfoil | $11.00 | $17.99 | 39% |
| Card Kingdom | MH2 #100 | Foil | $0.12 | $0.79 | 85% |
| Card Kingdom | MH2 #346 | Foil | $0.12 | $0.79 | 85% |
| Card Kingdom | MH2 #100 | Nonfoil | $0.05 | $0.49 | 90% |
| CoolStuffInc | MH2 #346 | Foil | $0.05 | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | MH2 #346 | Nonfoil | $0.05 | $0.49 | 90% |
Sudden Edict Rules Text & Legality
Split second (As long as this spell is on the stack, players can't cast spells or activate abilities that aren't mana abilities.)
Target player sacrifices a creature of their choice.
Sudden Edict is legal in Modern, Legacy and Commander, and not legal in Standard, Pioneer and Pauper.
Sudden Edict Rulings
- Jun 18, 2021 After a spell with split second resolves (or otherwise leaves the stack), players may again cast spells and activate abilities before the next object on the stack resolves.
- Jun 18, 2021 Casting a spell with split second won't affect spells and abilities that are already on the stack.
- Jun 18, 2021 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.
- Jun 18, 2021 Players may turn face-down creatures face up while a spell with split second is on the stack.
- Jun 18, 2021 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.
Reprints & Reprint Risk
Sudden Edict has been reprinted 6 times. The Secret Lair Promo reprint cut the price 12% in 30 days.
| Set | Date | Rarity | Treatment | Price before | Day 1 | 30 days | 90 days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SLP #39 | 2025-08-02 | Rare | Full Art | $160.56 | $157.62 | $149.05 | $150.99 |
| SLP #39 | 2025-08-02 | Rare | Full Art | $59.08 | $55.40 | $51.94 | $32.01 |
| MH2 #346 | 2021-06-18 | Uncommon | Showcase | — | — | — | — |
| MH2 #346 | 2021-06-18 | Uncommon | Showcase | — | — | — | — |
| MH2 #100 | 2021-06-18 | Uncommon | Standard | — | — | — | — |
| MH2 #100 | 2021-06-18 | Uncommon | Standard | — | — | — | — |
SLP #39 
MH2 #346 Sudden Edict in Commander
Sudden Edict is the #9,535 most-played card on EDHREC, down 91 places over the last 30 days.
Sudden Edict FAQ
How much is Sudden Edict worth?
Sudden Edict is worth about $0.25 for its cheapest playable printing as of Aug 7, 2026. Prices range from $0.25 to $80.22 across 3 tracked printings.
Is Sudden Edict legal in Commander?
Yes — Sudden Edict is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Modern and Legacy.
Has Sudden Edict been reprinted?
Yes — Sudden Edict has been reprinted 6 times, with 3 printings tracked on The Index.
Why is Sudden Edict cheap?
Sudden Edict trades at about $0.25 — 6 reprints keep supply plentiful, and Commander demand is modest (#9,535 on EDHREC).