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Sudden Shock
INSTANT Uncommon
Modern Masters EDHREC #13,975
$0.11
+0.0%
7 days
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Sudden Shock price history chart, default range 3 months. currently $0.11.
Sudden Shock Price Summary
Sudden Shock's current headline price is $0.11.
Sudden Shock Printings & Prices
4 printings
Sudden Shock has 4 tracked printings across 4 sets, in nonfoil and foil finishes, including release promo treatments.
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Sell Sudden Shock: Buylist Offers
10 offers
| Buyer | Printing | Finish | Cash offer | Retail | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Card Kingdom | PTSP #179★ | Foil | — | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | TSR #194 | Foil | — | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | MMA #133 | Foil | — | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | TSP #179 | Foil | — | — | — |
| CoolStuffInc | MMA #133 | Foil | — | — | — |
| CoolStuffInc | TSR #194 | Foil | — | — | — |
| CoolStuffInc | TSP #179 | Foil | — | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | MMA #133 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | TSP #179 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | TSR #194 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
Sudden Shock Rules Text & Legality
View on Scryfall ↗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."
Sudden Shock is legal in Modern, Legacy and Commander, and not legal in Standard, Pioneer and Pauper.
standard
Not legal
pioneer
Not legal
modern
Legal
legacy
Legal
commander
Legal
pauper
Not legal
Sudden Shock Rulings
5 most recent
- 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
7 printings
Sudden Shock has been reprinted 7 times.
| Set | Date | Rarity | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| TSR #194 | 2021-03-19 | Uncommon | Standard |
| TSR #194 | 2021-03-19 | Uncommon | Standard |
| MMA #133 | 2013-06-07 | Uncommon | Standard |
| MMA #133 | 2013-06-07 | Uncommon | Standard |
| TSP #179 | 2006-10-06 | Uncommon | Standard |
| TSP #179 | 2006-10-06 | Uncommon | Standard |
| PTSP #179★ | 2006-09-23 | Rare | Release Promo |
TSR #194 
TSP #179 
PTSP #179★ Sudden Shock in Commander
Sudden Shock is the #13,975 most-played card on EDHREC, down 76 places over the last 30 days.
Sudden Shock FAQ
How much is Sudden Shock worth?
Sudden Shock is worth about $0.11 for its cheapest playable printing as of Sep 23, 2026.
Is Sudden Shock legal in Commander?
Yes — Sudden Shock is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Modern and Legacy.
Has Sudden Shock been reprinted?
Yes — Sudden Shock has been reprinted 7 times, with 4 printings tracked on The Index.
Why is Sudden Shock cheap?
Sudden Shock trades at about $0.11 — 7 reprints keep supply plentiful, and Commander demand is modest (#13,975 on EDHREC).