Lightning Bolt
Lightning Bolt is a Common Instant from Limited Edition Alpha (161) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {R}. Color identity: R. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $620.00 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Lightning Bolt suits collectors and players working on Limited Edition Alpha who need the Common slot. Treat $620.00 as a starting reference only — verify finish, border treatment, and condition before paying premium singles prices.
What is Lightning Bolt from Limited Edition Alpha?
Lightning Bolt is a Instant in Limited Edition Alpha numbered 161. Mana cost {R}. Color identity: R. Lightning Bolt (161) is a chase-tier Common Instant in Limited Edition Alpha. 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 $620.00 for Lightning Bolt. Low and high spread runs $620.00 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $404.14; Normal: $620.00. This printing is from Limited Edition Alpha. Collector number 161 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Limited Edition Alpha |
|---|---|
| Number | 161 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $620.00 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €404.14 |
| cardmarket | $404.14 |
| Normal | $620.00 |
Card stats
| Colors | R |
|---|
How collectible is Lightning Bolt?
Lightning Bolt is a Common printing in Limited Edition Alpha. Chase-tier slots combine scarcity, art, and format demand — prices move with reprint news and tournament results. This printing is from Limited Edition Alpha. Collector number 161 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 Limited Edition Alpha. Collector number 161 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common.
Cactaur's take
Lightning Bolt (161) is a chase-tier Common Instant in Limited Edition Alpha. Finish, border treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw near-mint quotes.
Pros
- Lightning Bolt is catalogued as Common Instant in Limited Edition Alpha, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $620.00 across finishes (cardmarket: $404.14; Normal: $620.00).
- 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 $620.00 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
What is Lightning Bolt from Limited Edition Alpha?
Lightning Bolt is a Common Instant from Limited Edition Alpha numbered 161 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 $620.00 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 Limited Edition Alpha. 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 Limited Edition Alpha.
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