Chain Lightning
| Name | Chain Lightning |
|---|---|
| Type | Sorcery |
| Description | Chain Lightning deals 3 damage to any target. Then that player or that permanent's controller may pay  . If the player does, they may copy this spell and may choose a new target for that copy. |
| Artist | Christopher Moeller |
| Set | Arena Anthology 3 #12 |
| Wallpaper |  Download wallpaper |
| Image |  Download image |
About Chain Lightning
Chain Lightning, Sorcery, designed by Sandra Everingham first released in June 1994 in the set Legends and was printed exactly in 17 different ways. It see play in 2 formats: Pauper and Legacy. It's currently being selled by the minimum price of C$ 0.49.
A deck that aims to quickly deal damage and apply pressure to the opponent would benefit from including Chain Lightning, especially in aggressive red decks looking to close out games swiftly. While Chain Lightning is a strong card for its efficiency and potential for additional damage, some may argue that Lightning Bolt is a better option due to its flexibility in targeting creatures as well. However, Chain Lightning can still be a strong choice in decks that prioritize direct damage to the opponent and can definitely see play in the right aggressive strategies.
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Rules
12/08/2022
As Chain Lightning resolves, either the original or one of the copies, the targeted player or the controller of the targeted permanent may copy it. The copy has the same text, target, and color as the resolving spell, though the player creating the copy may choose a new target for it. Once that copy is created (or not), the Chain Lightning finishes resolving and leaves the stack.
12/08/2022
If the targeted player or permanent is an illegal target as Chain Lightning tries to resolve, the spell doesn't resolve and none of its effects happen. It can't be copied.
12/08/2022
The copy of Chain Lightning is created on the stack, so it's not cast. Abilities that trigger when a player casts a spell won't trigger. Players may respond to that spell before it resolves.
06/08/2016
The player putting the copy of the spell on the stack controls that copy.
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| 2024-09-23 | 0.33 CAD | 6.42 CAD | 32 |
| 2024-09-30 | 0.34 CAD | 7.37 CAD | 38 |
| 2024-10-07 | 0.33 CAD | 8.11 CAD | 51 |
| 2024-10-14 | 0.36 CAD | 10.76 CAD | 36 |
| 2024-10-21 | 0.36 CAD | 9.80 CAD | 53 |
| 2024-10-28 | 0.36 CAD | 8.97 CAD | 27 |
| 2024-11-06 | 0.37 CAD | 10.51 CAD | 36 |
| 2024-11-11 | 0.36 CAD | 9.96 CAD | 34 |
| 2024-11-18 | 0.34 CAD | 8.27 CAD | 19 |
| 2024-11-25 | 0.34 CAD | 5.81 CAD | 32 |
| 2024-12-02 | 0.31 CAD | 7.11 CAD | 17 |
| 2024-12-09 | 0.31 CAD | 8.59 CAD | 20 |
| 2024-12-19 | 0.31 CAD | 8.59 CAD | 15 |
| 2024-12-23 | 0.31 CAD | 8.59 CAD | 13 |
| 2024-12-30 | 0.31 CAD | 8.59 CAD | 13 |
| 2025-01-01 | 0.31 CAD | 8.59 CAD | 9 |
| 2025-01-06 | 0.31 CAD | 8.59 CAD | 14 |
| 2025-01-13 | 0.31 CAD | 8.59 CAD | 29 |
| 2025-01-20 | 0.31 CAD | 8.59 CAD | 30 |
| 2025-01-27 | 0.31 CAD | 8.59 CAD | 27 |
| 2025-02-03 | 0.31 CAD | 8.59 CAD | 30 |
| 2025-02-10 | 4.16 CAD | 10.37 CAD | 45 |
| 2025-02-18 | 0.24 CAD | 5.44 CAD | 33 |
| 2025-04-27 | 0.23 CAD | 6.97 CAD | 60 |
| 2025-04-28 | 0.30 CAD | 6.07 CAD | 59 |
| 2025-05-06 | 0.30 CAD | 4.25 CAD | 50 |
| 2025-05-12 | 0.30 CAD | 4.44 CAD | 66 |
| 2025-05-19 | 0.33 CAD | 5.31 CAD | 94 |
| 2025-05-28 | 0.29 CAD | 3.96 CAD | 33 |
| 2025-06-03 | 0.35 CAD | 7.54 CAD | 45 |
| 2025-06-10 | 0.33 CAD | 5.05 CAD | 37 |
| 2025-06-17 | 0.31 CAD | 5.77 CAD | 49 |
| 2025-06-23 | 0.31 CAD | 9.82 CAD | 48 |
| 2025-07-01 | 0.31 CAD | 6.23 CAD | 45 |
| 2025-07-08 | 0.01 CAD | 7.86 CAD | 26 |
| 2025-07-15 | 0.01 CAD | 8.89 CAD | 27 |
| 2025-07-22 | 0.01 CAD | 6.08 CAD | 24 |
| 2025-07-29 | 0.01 CAD | 7.50 CAD | 33 |
| 2025-08-05 | 0.33 CAD | 10.62 CAD | 24 |
| 2025-08-12 | 0.34 CAD | 6.15 CAD | 34 |
| 2025-08-18 | 0.34 CAD | 6.07 CAD | 43 |
| 2025-08-25 | 0.32 CAD | 6.82 CAD | 40 |
| 2025-09-02 | 0.32 CAD | 6.17 CAD | 23 |
| 2025-09-09 | 0.32 CAD | 6.13 CAD | 45 |
| 2025-09-15 | 1.22 CAD | 17.12 CAD | 41 |
| 2025-09-23 | 0.98 CAD | 10.61 CAD | 14 |
| 2025-09-29 | 0.37 CAD | 4.21 CAD | 18 |
| 2025-10-06 | 0.38 CAD | 5.99 CAD | 26 |
| 2025-10-13 | 0.41 CAD | 9.20 CAD | 19 |
| 2025-10-20 | 0.39 CAD | 6.75 CAD | 17 |
| 2025-10-27 | 0.37 CAD | 12.63 CAD | 10 |
| 2025-11-03 | 0.39 CAD | 10.51 CAD | 14 |
| 2025-11-10 | 0.38 CAD | 13.18 CAD | 20 |
| 2025-11-18 | 0.39 CAD | 10.58 CAD | 15 |
| 2025-11-24 | 0.42 CAD | 10.99 CAD | 14 |
| 2025-12-03 | 0.39 CAD | 9.38 CAD | 11 |
| 2025-12-08 | 0.53 CAD | 8.88 CAD | 5 |
| 2025-12-15 | 0.53 CAD | 8.10 CAD | 5 |
| 2025-12-22 | 0.47 CAD | 8.45 CAD | 7 |
| 2025-12-29 | 0.45 CAD | 9.43 CAD | 8 |
| 2026-01-01 | 0.42 CAD | 9.25 CAD | 7 |
| 2026-01-05 | 0.40 CAD | 8.85 CAD | 9 |
| 2026-01-13 | 0.37 CAD | 8.51 CAD | 10 |
| 2026-01-20 | 0.28 CAD | 8.54 CAD | 10 |
| 2026-01-26 | 0.27 CAD | 7.58 CAD | 11 |
| 2026-02-02 | 0.33 CAD | 5.20 CAD | 14 |
| 2026-02-09 | 0.34 CAD | 5.44 CAD | 15 |
| 2026-02-16 | 0.34 CAD | 5.38 CAD | 14 |
| 2026-02-23 | 0.30 CAD | 5.12 CAD | 7 |
| 2026-03-02 | 0.28 CAD | 4.87 CAD | 12 |
| 2026-03-10 | 0.27 CAD | 8.54 CAD | 7 |
| 2026-03-16 | 0.39 CAD | 8.41 CAD | 3 |
| 2026-04-02 | 0.33 CAD | 9.80 CAD | 8 |
| 2026-04-07 | 0.32 CAD | 8.90 CAD | 7 |
| 2026-04-14 | 0.78 CAD | 14.91 CAD | 9 |
| 2026-04-23 | 0.80 CAD | 6.00 CAD | 4 |
| 2026-04-30 | 0.75 CAD | 5.31 CAD | 19 |
| 2026-05-05 | 0.80 CAD | 4.70 CAD | 28 |
| 2026-05-14 | 1.07 CAD | 6.57 CAD | 18 |
| 2026-05-20 | 0.88 CAD | 5.35 CAD | 27 |
| 2026-05-25 | 0.94 CAD | 11.14 CAD | 19 |
| 2026-06-01 | 0.95 CAD | 10.70 CAD | 18 |
| 2026-06-08 | 0.87 CAD | 7.04 CAD | 22 |
| 2026-06-15 | 0.86 CAD | 5.58 CAD | 9 |
| 2026-06-23 | 0.94 CAD | 5.44 CAD | 11 |
| 2026-06-29 | 1.02 CAD | 5.83 CAD | 9 |
| 2026-07-06 | 0.74 CAD | 4.63 CAD | 20 |
| 2026-07-13 | 0.36 CAD | 3.13 CAD | 11 |
| 2026-07-20 | 0.40 CAD | 3.15 CAD | 8 |
| 2026-07-27 | 0.45 CAD | 4.47 CAD | 26 |
| 2026-08-03 | 0.43 CAD | 4.31 CAD | 7 |
| 2026-08-10 | 0.45 CAD | 3.84 CAD | 11 |
| 2026-08-17 | 0.47 CAD | 4.73 CAD | 10 |
| 2026-08-24 | 0.46 CAD | 5.09 CAD | 9 |
| 2026-09-01 | 0.46 CAD | 4.47 CAD | 16 |
| 2026-09-07 | 0.44 CAD | 6.44 CAD | 13 |
| 2026-09-14 | 0.49 CAD | 3.49 CAD | 13 |
| 2026-09-24 | 0.52 CAD | 4.01 CAD | 10 |
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Frequently asked questions about Chain Lightning
What type of card is Chain Lightning?
Chain Lightning is a Sorcery card in Magic: the Gathering MTG.
What is the effect of Chain Lightning?
Chain Lightning deals 3 damage to any target. Then that player or that permanent's controller may pay {R}{R}. If the player does, they may copy this spell and may choose a new target for that copy.
What is the price of Chain Lightning?
Chain Lightning currently starts at C$ 0.49. See live prices from multiple sellers in the Where to buy section above.
What is the original set of Chain Lightning?
Chain Lightning was first released in the set Legends, illustrated by Sandra Everingham.
What is the legality of Chain Lightning?
Legality depends on the tournament format -- Chain Lightning can be legal in some formats and banned or restricted in others. See the full breakdown per format in the Legality section above.
What are the competitive formats of Chain Lightning?
Chain Lightning sees competitive metagame play in 2 format(s): Pauper, Legacy.
What cards are similar to Chain Lightning?
Cards similar to Chain Lightning include Chain of Plasma. See the full list in the Similar cards section above.