Magic: The Gathering

Lightning Bolt

Premium Deck Series: Fire and Lightning 17 • common

Set: Premium Deck Series: Fire and Lightning
Collector number: 17
Rarity: Common
Mana cost: red mana
Type: Instant
Colors: Red
Artist: Christopher Moeller
Finish: Foil

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$1.71market price via TCGplayer · Oct 7, 2026$1.34 – $1.71 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

Despite its common rarity, this card remains a hallmark of efficiency due to its ability to deal three damage for a single mana. Its inclusion in this specialized collection highlights its enduring legacy as a fundamental piece of strategy for those who prioritize rapid, direct impact on the game.

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What it does

Lightning Bolt deals 3 damage to any target.

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 first appeared in the Alpha edition of Magic: The Gathering in 1993, designed by Richard Garfield as a foundational red spell intended to provide efficient, direct damage. Its design philosophy focused on the color red's core identity of impulsivity and explosive power, quickly becoming a benchmark for power levels in the game's early years.

The version from the Premium Deck Series: Fire and Lightning, released in 2010, features a unique foil treatment and updated artwork by Christopher Rush, who also illustrated the original Alpha version. This specific printing was part of a limited-run boxed set designed to showcase the history and archetypal strategies of mono-red decks, and it was generally well-received by players for its thematic consistency and high-quality aesthetic.

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