The 2014 Vintage Masters reprint of Chain Lightning, card number 153 in the VMA set, offers a powerful red sorcery option for Magic: The Gathering collectors.
Chain Lightning
2014 • Magic: The Gathering • Vintage Masters
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Designed with a mana cost of {R} and a mana value of 1, this card delivers immediate impact by dealing 3 damage to any target. The unique flexibility of Chain Lightning allows the affected player or permanent controller to pay {R}{R} to copy the spell and choose a new target, creating dynamic decision-making during gameplay. This reprint from the Vintage Masters series ensures that collectors have access to a historically significant card that has been a fixture in competitive formats for decades. Artwork by Christopher Moeller brings this classic card to life, making it a desirable addition for those who appreciate the visual storytelling of Magic: The Gathering. As a common rarity, Chain Lightning is accessible to new and veteran collectors alike, allowing for easy acquisition while maintaining its status as a functional and powerful card in the game. The Vintage Masters set specifically focuses on reprinting cards from the game's early years, preserving the legacy of these foundational pieces for future generations of players. For collectors, owning the Vintage Masters version of Chain Lightning represents a piece of Magic: The Gathering history, bridging the gap between nostalgia and modern gameplay. The card's enduring popularity is a testament to its versatile mechanics and the artistic vision of Christopher Moeller. Whether you are building a collection of Vintage Masters cards or seeking a reliable red sorcery for your deck, this card offers both aesthetic and functional value.
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Chain Lightning
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Christopher Moeller
Card Stock
English
{R}
Sorcery
R
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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.






