Encore of Ember

Showstopping Surprise is a compact red instant that converts a single board presence into an area clearing threat. Cast for {3}{R}{R}, it targets a creature you control then turns that creature face up if it is face down and immediately has that creature deal damage equal to its power to every other creature. The result is efficient mass removal from a body you are already invested in and it reads cleanly in both aggro and midrange lists.

In play the card rewards creatures with high printed or turned face up power and plays well with effects that cheat creatures into play or grant temporary boosts. This is a practical tool for breaking stalemates and punishing overcommitted boards. The small touch of Karlov Manor flavor fits a scene where a single reveal changes the whole room which is useful when you want a controlled pivot into advantage.

Card Details:

• Mana Cost – {3}{R}{R}
• Card Type – Instant
• Subtypes – None
• Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) – Choose target creature you control. Turn it face up if it is face down. Then it deals damage equal to its power to each other creature.
• Power / Toughness – N A