Lightning Bolt
30th Anniversary Edition · #454

Lightning Bolt

Lightning Bolt is a Common Instant from 30th Anniversary Edition (454) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {R}. Color identity: R. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $307.99 for ungraded copies.

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Rarity Common
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Who is this card for?

Lightning Bolt suits collectors and players working on 30th Anniversary Edition who need the Common slot. Treat $307.99 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.

What is Lightning Bolt from 30th Anniversary Edition?

Lightning Bolt is a Instant in 30th Anniversary Edition numbered 454. Mana cost {R}. Color identity: R. Lightning Bolt (454) is a chase-tier Common Instant in 30th Anniversary Edition. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.

What is Lightning Bolt worth today?

Cactaur tracks a market reference near $307.99 for Lightning Bolt. Low and high spread runs $307.99 to null. This printing is from 30th Anniversary Edition. Collector number 454 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common. The set released in 2022.

Set30th Anniversary Edition
Number454
RarityCommon
TCGPlayer USD$307.99
Cardmarket EUR
Normal $307.99

Card stats

ColorsR

How collectible is Lightning Bolt?

Lightning Bolt is a Common printing in 30th Anniversary Edition. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from 30th Anniversary Edition. Collector number 454 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

What are the key details for Lightning Bolt?

Lightning Bolt lists as Instant. Artist: Christopher Rush. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from 30th Anniversary Edition. Collector number 454 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common.

Cactaur's take

Lightning Bolt (454) is a chase-tier Common Instant in 30th Anniversary Edition. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.

Pros

  • Lightning Bolt is catalogued as Common Instant in 30th Anniversary Edition, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
  • Public market data shows a reference near $307.99.
  • Mana cost {R} and type line Instant help deck builders confirm the correct printing quickly.

Cons

  • Raw market prices vary by condition and finish — near-mint estimates are not slab grades.

Verdict: Use $307.99 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.

FAQ

What is Lightning Bolt from 30th Anniversary Edition?

Lightning Bolt is a Common Instant from 30th Anniversary Edition numbered 454 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.

How much is Lightning Bolt worth?

Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $307.99 for ungraded Lightning Bolt. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.

What rarity is Lightning Bolt?

Lightning Bolt is catalogued as Common in 30th Anniversary Edition. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.

Is Lightning Bolt legal in Commander or Standard?

Lightning Bolt shows format legality in timeless, gladiator, modern, legacy based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.

Why does Lightning Bolt trade at a premium?

Lightning Bolt combines Common scarcity with art, finish, and format demand. Chase slots often move on reprint rumors, tournament results, and condition-sensitive buyer interest. This printing is from 30th Anniversary Edition.

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Catalog snapshot: 2026-06-23. Last updated: 2026-06-23.