Lightning Bolt
The List PF19-1 • rare
- Set
- The List
- Collector number
- PF19-1
- Rarity
- Rare
- Mana cost
- red mana
- Type
- Instant
- Colors
- Red
- Artist
- Kekai Kotaki
- Market price
- $8.92
What it does
Lightning Bolt deals 3 damage to any target.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- PioneerNot legal
- ModernLegal
- LegacyLegal
- VintageLegal
- CommanderLegal
- PauperLegal
- BrawlLegal
- HistoricBanned
- TimelessLegal
- Penny DreadfulNot legal
- OathbreakerLegal
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Where it came from
Lightning Bolt first appeared in the 1993 Alpha set as a quintessential example of red mana's direct-damage philosophy. As a fundamental piece of Magic: The Gathering history, it defined the standard for efficiency in instant-speed spells, shaping the competitive landscape for decades by offering three damage to any target for a single red mana. Its inclusion in The List, specifically with the PF19-1 collector number, highlights its enduring status as a pillar of the game.
The artwork for this specific version was commissioned from artist Kekai Kotaki, known for his dynamic and painterly fantasy aesthetic. Kotaki’s interpretation leans into the raw, elemental power of the spell, moving away from early abstract depictions toward a more visceral, focused visual impact. The piece was well-received by players for refreshing a classic card with modern technical skill while maintaining the aggressive identity that has kept the card relevant since its inception.
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