Sudden Spoiling
Sudden Spoiling Price Summary
As of Aug 7, 2026, the cheapest tracked printing of Sudden Spoiling is $6.11 (C14 #164), and the most expensive is $22.00 (TSP #135, Foil). The benchmark price (cheapest playable nonfoil) is $10.58, flat over 7 days, up 67.1% over 30 days, up 67.7% over 90 days. All-time tracked high: $10.58 (2026).
Sudden Spoiling Printings & Prices
Sudden Spoiling has 4 tracked printings across 4 sets, in nonfoil and foil finishes.
Sell Sudden Spoiling: Buylist Offers
Card Kingdom currently pays $25.00 cash for TSP #135 (Foil); the retail-buylist spread on that printing is 50% (wide).
| Buyer | Printing | Finish | Cash offer | Retail | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Card Kingdom | TSP #135 | Foil | $25.00 | $49.99 | 50% |
| CoolStuffInc | TSP #135 | Foil | $15.00 | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | TSR #144 | Foil | $11.50 | $22.99 | 50% |
| CoolStuffInc | TSR #144 | Foil | $8.50 | — | — |
| CoolStuffInc | TSP #135 | Nonfoil | $5.00 | — | — |
| CoolStuffInc | C14 #164 | Nonfoil | $4.00 | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | C13 #94 | Nonfoil | $3.80 | $7.49 | 49% |
| Card Kingdom | TSP #135 | Nonfoil | $3.50 | $6.99 | 50% |
| CoolStuffInc | C13 #94 | Nonfoil | $1.25 | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | TSR #144 | Nonfoil | $1.20 | $5.99 | 80% |
Sudden Spoiling 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.)
Until end of turn, creatures target player controls lose all abilities and have base power and toughness 0/2.
Sudden Spoiling is legal in Modern, Legacy and Commander, and not legal in Standard, Pioneer and Pauper.
Sudden Spoiling Rulings
- Mar 19, 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.
- Mar 19, 2021 Casting a spell with split second won't affect spells and abilities that are already on the stack.
- Mar 19, 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.
- Mar 19, 2021 Players may turn face-down creatures face up while a spell with split second is on the stack.
- Mar 19, 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 Spoiling has been reprinted 6 times.
| Set | Date | Rarity | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| TSR #144 | 2021-03-19 | Rare | Standard |
| TSR #144 | 2021-03-19 | Rare | Standard |
| C14 #164 | 2014-11-07 | Rare | Standard |
| C13 #94 | 2013-11-01 | Rare | Standard |
| TSP #135 | 2006-10-06 | Rare | Standard |
| TSP #135 | 2006-10-06 | Rare | Standard |
Sudden Spoiling in Commander
Sudden Spoiling is the #2,052 most-played card on EDHREC, down 26 places over the last 30 days.
Sudden Spoiling FAQ
How much is Sudden Spoiling worth?
Sudden Spoiling is worth about $10.58 for its cheapest playable printing as of Aug 7, 2026. Prices range from $6.11 to $22.00 across 4 tracked printings.
Is Sudden Spoiling legal in Commander?
Yes — Sudden Spoiling is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Modern and Legacy.
Has Sudden Spoiling been reprinted?
Yes — Sudden Spoiling has been reprinted 6 times, with 4 printings tracked on The Index.
Why is Sudden Spoiling expensive?
Sudden Spoiling holds a $10.58 price because even with 6 reprints, demand keeps pace with supply.