Magic: The Gathering

Vow of Lightning

Commander 2011 138 • uncommon

Set: Commander 2011
Collector number: 138
Rarity: Uncommon
Mana cost: 2 generic mana red mana
Type: Enchantment
Colors: Red
Artist: Svetlin Velinov
Market price: $0.30

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$0.30market price via TCGplayer · Oct 7, 2026$0.20 – $0.30 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As part of a collection focused on multiplayer strategy, this card serves as a versatile tool for influencing the board state by granting power to a creature while effectively neutralizing an opponent's threat. Its uncommon rarity makes it a functional and accessible addition for players looking to balance aggression with tactical control in their decks.

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Card face

What it does

Enchant creature

Enchanted creature gets +2/+2, has first strike, and can't attack you or planeswalkers you control.

"Ruhan would never agree to such terms."— Ruhan of the Fomori

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernNot legal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
BrawlNot legal
HistoricNot legal
TimelessNot legal
Penny DreadfulNot legal
OathbreakerLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Vow of Lightning was released in 2011 as part of the inaugural Commander product line, a series of preconstructed decks specifically designed for the popular multiplayer Magic: The Gathering format. It belongs to a cycle of 'Vow' auras designed to influence creature combat by granting power and haste while preventing the enchanted creature from attacking the controller of the aura.

The card features artwork by Kev Walker, a prominent illustrator known for his dynamic and aggressive fantasy style. Walker’s work on this piece emphasizes the chaotic, crackling nature of the lightning bolt, fitting the red color identity of the spell. Upon its release, the cycle was well-received by players for its ability to politically manipulate board states in casual games, cementing it as a staple utility card for Commander deck builders.

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About

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