Chain Lightning
Chain Lightning is a Uncommon Sorcery from Battlebond (171) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {R}. Color identity: R. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $1.28 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Chain Lightning suits collectors and players working on Battlebond who need the Uncommon slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish and confirm the Scryfall collector number before buying online.
What is Chain Lightning from Battlebond?
Chain Lightning is a Sorcery in Battlebond numbered 171. Mana cost {R}. Color identity: R. Chain Lightning (171) from Battlebond should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Battlebond. Collector number 171 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Chain Lightning worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $1.28 for Chain Lightning. Low and high spread runs $1.28 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.59; foil: $1.28; Normal: $0.37. This printing is from Battlebond. Collector number 171 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Battlebond |
|---|---|
| Number | 171 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $1.28 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.59 |
| cardmarket | $0.59 |
| foil | $1.28 |
| Normal | $0.37 |
Card stats
| Colors | R |
|---|
How collectible is Chain Lightning?
Chain Lightning is a Uncommon printing in Battlebond. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Battlebond. Collector number 171 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2018.
What are the key details for Chain Lightning?
Chain Lightning lists as Sorcery. Artist: Christopher Moeller. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Battlebond. Collector number 171 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon. The set released in 2018.
Cactaur's take
Chain Lightning (171) from Battlebond should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Chain Lightning is catalogued as Uncommon Sorcery in Battlebond, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $1.28 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.59; foil: $1.28; Normal: $0.37).
- Mana cost {R} and type line Sorcery 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 $1.28 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Chain Lightning from Battlebond?
Chain Lightning is a Uncommon Sorcery from Battlebond numbered 171 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Chain Lightning worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $1.28 for ungraded Chain Lightning. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Chain Lightning?
Chain Lightning is catalogued as Uncommon in Battlebond. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Chain Lightning legal in Commander or Standard?
Chain Lightning shows format legality in historic, timeless, gladiator, legacy based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Chain Lightning near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $1.28. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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