Arc Lightning
Sorcery · Common
Arc Lightning is currently worth about $0.07 for its most affordable printing, tracked daily across Scryfall, TCGplayer, and Card Kingdom. 1 collector on RareWell holds 2 copies.
Arc Lightning deals 3 damage divided as you choose among one, two, or three targets.
Format legality
Card facts
- Mana value
- 3
- Color identity
- R
- Type line
- Sorcery
- Rarity
- Common
- First printed
- 1998
- Artist
- Andrew Goldhawk
Playability
#16132 most-played card on EDHREC — Niche pick
Popularity data from EDHREC
Rulings
You choose how many targets Arc Lightning has and how the damage is divided as you cast the spell. Each target must receive at least 1 damage.
— wotc, 2014-09-20
If some of the creatures are illegal targets as Arc Lightning tries to resolve, the original division of damage still applies but no damage is dealt to the illegal targets. If all targets are illegal, Arc Lightning doesn’t resolve.
— wotc, 2014-09-20
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Prices by printing
Latest tracked estimates. Updated daily.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Nonfoil | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arena League 2002 | 3 | Rare | — | $11.65 |
| Ugin's Fate | 97 | Uncommon | $0.40 | — |
| Urza's Saga | 174 | Common | $0.30 | — |
| Battle Royale Box Set | 5 | Common | $0.28 | — |
| World Championship Decks 2000 | jk174 | Common | $0.25 | — |
| Planechase | 46 | Common | $0.21 | — |
| World Championship Decks 1999 | mlp174 | Common | $0.19 | — |
| World Championship Decks 1999 | mlp174sb | Common | $0.19 | — |
| The List | USG-174 | Common | $0.08 | — |
| Khans of Tarkir | 97 | Uncommon | $0.07 | $0.44 |
| Magic Online Promos | 55791 | Uncommon | — | — |
| Khans of Tarkir | 97y | Uncommon | — | — |
| Magic Online Promos | 36116 | Common | — | — |
Price intelligence
Arena League 2002 #3 — every source we track. The spread between retailers is where the deals live.
All sources
| Source | foil | As of |
|---|---|---|
| Scryfall estimate | $11.65 | 2026-08-06 |
Price trend · 90 days
foil
$11.65 – $11.65 · Scryfall estimate
Collectors with this card
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Frequently asked
How much is Arc Lightning worth?
Arc Lightning is currently worth about $0.07 for its most affordable printing, based on live market estimates tracked daily on RareWell. Copies range from $0.07 to $11.65 across printings and finishes.
Which sets was Arc Lightning printed in?
Arc Lightning has been printed in 10 sets, including Urza's Saga, Ugin's Fate, Khans of Tarkir, Magic Online Promos, World Championship Decks 1999, World Championship Decks 2000, and more.
Can I buy Arc Lightning on RareWell?
No copies of Arc Lightning are listed right now, but collectors list cards daily — and if you own one, you can list it for sale or trade in minutes, free.
Is Arc Lightning legal in Commander?
Yes — Arc Lightning is legal in Commander (EDH).
Is Arc Lightning legal in Modern?
Yes — Arc Lightning is legal in Modern.
Is Arc Lightning on the Reserved List?
No — Arc Lightning is not on the Reserved List.
Are there official rulings for Arc Lightning?
Yes — Arc Lightning has 2 official rulings from Wizards of the Coast.
Printed in: Urza's Saga · Ugin's Fate · Khans of Tarkir · Magic Online Promos · World Championship Decks 1999 · World Championship Decks 2000 · The List · Planechase · Battle Royale Box Set · Arena League 2002
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