# Shock (Classic Sixth Edition) Shock represents a foundational piece of Magic's design philosophy: efficient, straightforward removal. As a common, it's been a staple teaching tool for new players learning how direct damage works. Collectors value Sixth Edition printings for their place in Magic's core set lineage, though Shock itself has appeared in numerous sets since its original printing. The card's simplicity makes it historically significant rather than mechanically flashy. Sixth Edition specifically marks an important era of Magic's standardization. While not rare or particularly scarce, collectors interested in core set evolution or red mana's fundamentals appreciate having clean copies from this period.