Lightning Javelin
Lightning Javelin is a Common Sorcery from Magic Origins (153) in Magic: The Gathering. Mana cost {3}{R}. Color identity: R. Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.12 for ungraded copies.
Who is this card for?
Lightning Javelin suits collectors and players working on Magic Origins who need the Common slot. This is typically a low-cost slot for master sets; avoid overpaying unless you need a specific finish or near-mint condition.
What is Lightning Javelin from Magic Origins?
Lightning Javelin is a Sorcery in Magic Origins numbered 153. Mana cost {3}{R}. Color identity: R. Lightning Javelin (153) from Magic Origins should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together. This printing is from Magic Origins. Collector number 153 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Lightning Javelin worth today?
Cactaur tracks a market reference near $0.12 for Lightning Javelin. Low and high spread runs $0.12 to null. Per-finish references: cardmarket: $0.10; foil: $0.12; Normal: $0.04. This printing is from Magic Origins. Collector number 153 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Magic Origins |
|---|---|
| Number | 153 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.12 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.10 |
| cardmarket | $0.10 |
| foil | $0.12 |
| Normal | $0.04 |
Card stats
| Colors | R |
|---|
How collectible is Lightning Javelin?
Lightning Javelin is a Common printing in Magic Origins. Master set builders use collector number and set symbol to track completion progress. This printing is from Magic Origins. Collector number 153 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common.
What are the key details for Lightning Javelin?
Lightning Javelin lists as Sorcery with keywords Scry. Artist: Seb McKinnon. Rules text is indexed in the catalog for search and deck research. This printing is from Magic Origins. Collector number 153 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Common.
Cactaur's take
Lightning Javelin (153) from Magic Origins should be evaluated with set context, mana cost, color identity, and condition together.
Pros
- Lightning Javelin is catalogued as Common Sorcery in Magic Origins, making set and collector number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a reference near $0.12 across finishes (cardmarket: $0.10; foil: $0.12; Normal: $0.04).
- Mana cost {3}{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: Treat this as a low-stakes master-set slot unless you are paying for gem condition or a specific finish.
FAQ
What is Lightning Javelin from Magic Origins?
Lightning Javelin is a Common Sorcery from Magic Origins numbered 153 in Magic: The Gathering. Cactaur indexes set, rarity, mana cost, and market references for this printing.
How much is Lightning Javelin worth?
Cactaur's catalog snapshot shows a market reference near $0.12 for ungraded Lightning Javelin. Condition, finish, and recent sold comps can move realized prices above or below that benchmark.
What rarity is Lightning Javelin?
Lightning Javelin is catalogued as Common in Magic Origins. Use the collector number and set symbol on listings to confirm you are buying this exact printing.
Is Lightning Javelin legal in Commander or Standard?
Lightning Javelin shows format legality in pioneer, modern, legacy, pauper based on our latest ingest. Always verify the exact printing and ban-list updates before registering a deck for an event.
Should I buy Lightning Javelin near mint or played?
Near-mint copies command the catalog reference near $0.12. Heavily played copies trade lower unless the card is a chase rare where any clean copy is scarce.
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