The Chain Lightning card (VMA 153) from Magic: The Gathering's 2014 Vintage Masters set, a staple of competitive play and collector portfolios.
Chain Lightning
2014 • Magic: The Gathering • Vintage Masters
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Chain Lightning stands as one of the most recognizable spells in Magic: The Gathering history, originally printed in numerous expansions before appearing in the 2014 Vintage Masters set. As card number 153 in this release, it serves as a critical component for collectors seeking to complete the Vintage Masters catalog. The Vintage Masters product was designed to bring powerful cards from the Vintage format into a standardized frame, making this edition highly relevant for enthusiasts of the game's deeper mechanics. In terms of gameplay, Chain Lightning is a red sorcery with a mana cost of one red mana. Its effect allows a player to deal three damage to any target, with an optional additional cost of two more red mana to copy the spell and choose a new target. This versatility has made it a favorite in various decks over the years. For collectors, the 2014 Vintage Masters version offers a distinct aesthetic within the set's design language. Whether you are building a collection focused on iconic spells or looking for key cards from this era of Magic: The Gathering, this card remains a significant piece for any serious enthusiast's portfolio.
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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.