Lightning Helix is an Uncommon Instant card from the 2011 Duel Decks: Ajani vs. Nicol Bolas expansion, illustrated by Raymond Swanland.
Lightning Helix
2011 • Magic: The Gathering • Duel Decks: Ajani vs. Nicol Bolas
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Description
The 2011 Magic: The Gathering trading card Lightning Helix appears as card number 23 in the Duel Decks: Ajani vs. Nicol Bolas set, designated by the set code DDH. This Uncommon Instant card carries a mana cost of {R}{W} and has a mana value of 2, fitting into both Red and White color identities. Illustrated by Raymond Swanland, the card features flavor text attributed to Ajani that reads, "Rage is not the answer.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Lightning Helix
Game
Magic: The Gathering
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Raymond Swanland
Card Stock
English
{R}{W}
Instant
R, W
Card Text
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Lightning Helix deals 3 damage to any target and you gain 3 life.
"Rage is not the answer. Rage followed by fitting vengeance is the answer." —Ajani
FAQ
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What is the mana cost of Lightning Helix?
Lightning Helix has a mana cost of {R}{W}, requiring one Red mana and one White mana to cast. This gives it a total mana value of 2.
Who illustrated the card art for Lightning Helix?
The artwork for Lightning Helix was created by Raymond Swanland, whose illustrations are featured in the Duel Decks: Ajani vs. Nicol Bolas set.
What is the card number for Lightning Helix in its set?
In the Duel Decks: Ajani vs. Nicol Bolas expansion, Lightning Helix is assigned card number 23.
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