Shock
Shock is a Common Instant from Core Set 2021 (159) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {R}. Color identity: R. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.31 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Shock suits collectors and players working on Core Set 2021 who need the Common slot. This is typically a low-cost slot for master sets; avoid overpaying unless you need a specific finish or near-mint condition.
What is Shock from Core Set 2021?
Shock is a Instant in Core Set 2021 numbered 159. Mana cost {R}. Color identity: R. Shock (159) from Core Set 2021 should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Core Set 2021.
What is Shock worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.31 for Shock. Low and high spread runs $0.31 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.04; foil: $0.31; Normal: $0.16. This printing is from Core Set 2021. Collector number 159 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Core Set 2021 |
|---|---|
| Number | 159 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.31 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.04 |
| cardmarket | $0.04 |
| foil | $0.31 |
| Normal | $0.16 |
Card stats
| Colors | R |
|---|
How collectible is Shock?
Shock is a Common printing in Core Set 2021. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Core Set 2021. Collector number 159 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common.
What are the key details for Shock?
Shock lists as Instant. Artist: Jon Foster. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Core Set 2021. Collector number 159 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common. The set released in 2020.
Cactaur's take
Shock (159) from Core Set 2021 should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Shock is catalogued as Common Instant in Core Set 2021, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $0.31 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.04; foil: $0.31; Normal: $0.16).
- Mana cost {R} and type line Instant help deck builders confirm the correct printing quickly.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition and finish — near-mint estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Treat this as a low-stakes master-set slot unless you are paying for gem condition or a specific finish.
FAQ
What is Shock from Core Set 2021?
Shock is a Common Instant from Core Set 2021 numbered 159 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Shock worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.31 for ungraded Shock. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Shock?
Shock is catalogued as Common in Core Set 2021. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Shock legal in Commander or Standard?
Shock shows format legality in standard, future, historic, timeless based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Shock near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.31. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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