Lightning Bolt — Frequently Asked Questions
9 common questions about Lightning Bolt in MTG — View Lightning Bolt
What does Lightning Bolt do?
Lightning Bolt is a Instant. Its Oracle text reads: "Lightning Bolt deals 3 damage to any target.".
What type of card is Lightning Bolt?
Lightning Bolt is a Instant. It is a Common card from the Limited Edition Alpha set.
What format is Lightning Bolt legal in?
Lightning Bolt is legal in: Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Pauper. Learn more about Modern format in our wiki. It is banned in: Historic.
How much does Lightning Bolt cost?
The current market price for Lightning Bolt is approximately $2.91 USD. Prices fluctuate based on demand, format legality, and new set releases. View the latest price and price history chart.
What set is Lightning Bolt from?
Lightning Bolt was printed in Limited Edition Alpha. Browse all cards from Limited Edition Alpha.
Is Lightning Bolt good in Commander?
Yes, Lightning Bolt is legal in Commander. It has 2 known combos in Commander. See all combos with Lightning Bolt. Learn more about the Commander format in our wiki.
What are the best combos with Lightning Bolt?
Lightning Bolt has 2 known combos. The most popular include: Firemind's Foresight + Reset + Reiterate (Infinite colored mana, Infinite damage); Tree of Perdition + Hidetsugu's Second Rite (Infinite lifeloss for target opponent, Target opponent loses the game). View all combos with Lightning Bolt.
What cards are similar to Lightning Bolt?
There are 6 cards similar to Lightning Bolt with comparable effects or strategies. Some notable alternatives include Rift Bolt, Lava Burst, Punishing Fire. View all cards similar to Lightning Bolt.
What are budget alternatives to Lightning Bolt?
Since Lightning Bolt costs $2.91, you may want to explore more affordable alternatives under $2 that fill a similar role in your deck. View budget alternatives to Lightning Bolt.