Sundering Eruption arrives as a precise red play from Modern Horizons 3. For {2}{R}, it destroys a target land and forces its controller to search their library for a basic land card, put it onto the battlefield tapped, then shuffle. Creatures without flying can't block this turn, giving you a short tempo window to push through.
In terms of lore, Sundering Eruption echoes red's impatience and willingness to disrupt an opponent's strategy. In practice it slots into tempo and control oriented games where you slow a plan while keeping your own options open. The artwork captures a molten scene with figures charging forward, reflecting the set's theme of volatility and rapid decision making.
Card Details:
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Mana Cost – {2}{R}
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Card Type – Sorcery
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Subtypes – None
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Card Text / Rules Text (Printed) – Destroy target land. Its controller may search their library for a basic land card, put it onto the battlefield tapped, then shuffle. Creatures without flying can't block this turn.
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Power / Toughness – —
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Loyalty – —
