Chain Lightning · Arena Anthology 3
Sorcery · Common · #12
Format legality
Card facts
- Mana value
- 1
- Color identity
- R
- Type line
- Sorcery
- Rarity
- Rare
- First printed
- 2025
- Artist
- Adam Volker
Playability
#6570 most-played card on EDHREC — Commonly played
Popularity data from EDHREC
Rulings
As Chain Lightning resolves, either the original or one of the copies, the targeted player or the controller of the targeted permanent may copy it. The copy has the same text, target, and color as the resolving spell, though the player creating the copy may choose a new target for it. Once that copy is created (or not), the Chain Lightning finishes resolving and leaves the stack.
— wotc, 2022-12-08
The player putting the copy of the spell on the stack controls that copy.
— wotc, 2022-12-08
The copy of Chain Lightning is created on the stack, so it's not cast. Abilities that trigger when a player casts a spell won't trigger. Players may respond to that spell before it resolves.
— wotc, 2022-12-08
If the targeted player or permanent is an illegal target as Chain Lightning tries to resolve, the spell doesn't resolve and none of its effects happen. It can't be copied.
— wotc, 2022-12-08
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Frequently asked
Is Chain Lightning printed in other sets?
Yes — besides Arena Anthology 3, Chain Lightning appears in 12 other sets, including Secret Lair Drop, Amonkhet Invocations, Magic Online Theme Decks, Dominaria Remastered, Vintage Masters, and more. Compare every printing on the main Chain Lightning page.
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Is Chain Lightning legal in Commander?
Yes — Chain Lightning is legal in Commander (EDH).
Is Chain Lightning legal in Modern?
Chain Lightning is not currently legal in Modern.
Is Chain Lightning on the Reserved List?
No — Chain Lightning is not on the Reserved List.
Are there official rulings for Chain Lightning?
Yes — Chain Lightning has 4 official rulings from Wizards of the Coast.
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