Magic: The Gathering

Lightning Bolt

Secret Lair Drop 1743 • rare

Set: Secret Lair Drop
Collector number: 1743
Rarity: Rare
Mana cost: red mana
Type: Instant
Colors: Red
Artist: Francisco Miyara
Market price: $3.51

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Market

What it's worth

$3.51market price via TCGplayer · Oct 7, 2026$2.92 – $3.87 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This rare version of Lightning Bolt is a distinctive addition to a collection, featuring unique art that sets it apart from standard printings of the spell. Collectors prize this card because it reimagines an iconic staple of the game, blending its essential utility on the table with a singular, artistic presentation.

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Card face

What it does

Lightning Bolt deals 3 damage to any target.

"The elements marshal their infinite might at my beckoning! Power seethes in the roiling clouds! Now, at my command-STRIKE!"

Formats

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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Provenance

Where it came from

Lightning Bolt originated in the Alpha set of Magic: The Gathering in 1993, quickly establishing itself as a fundamental red spell for its efficiency in dealing three damage for a single mana. The card has been reprinted countless times, serving as a pillar of the game's identity and a primary tool for aggressive deck strategies throughout the decades.

This specific iteration, Collector Number 1743, was released as part of a Secret Lair drop. The design reflects the series' commitment to showcasing unique artistic interpretations of iconic cards, moving away from traditional fantasy aesthetics to provide collectors with a stylistic alternative that honors the spell's legacy while offering a fresh visual narrative.

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About

About Lightning Bolt

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