The 2009 Masters Edition III Lightning Blow foil card is a white instant that grants first strike and draws a card, featuring artwork by Harold McNeill.
Lightning Blow
2009 • Magic: The Gathering • Masters Edition III
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Released in 2009 as part of the Masters Edition III set, the Lightning Blow card (ME3 #18) remains a staple for Magic: The Gathering collectors. This common white instant allows a target creature to gain first strike until end of turn and draws a card during the next player's upkeep. The foil treatment adds a distinct visual appeal that distinguishes this parallel from standard prints, making it a sought-after inclusion for builders focusing on set completion or parallel collecting. Whether you are expanding your Masters Edition collection or seeking specific foil variants for your archive, this card offers a tangible connection to one of Magic's most influential reprint cycles. The combination of its iconic rules text and premium finish ensures it remains a relevant piece for enthusiasts of the trading card game.
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Lightning Blow
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Harold McNeill
Card Stock
English
Foil
{1}{W}
Instant
W
Card Text
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Target creature gains first strike until end of turn. Draw a card at the beginning of the next turn's upkeep.
"If you do it right, they'll never know what hit them." —General Jarkeld, the Arctic Fox