Lightning Helix
Magic: The Gathering | Murders at Karlov Manor - Singles
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| Rarity | U |
| Number | 218 |
| Printed in | Magic: The Gathering | Murders at Karlov Manor |
| Other Versions | |
| Available | 6 items |
| From | $0.32 |
| Type | Instant |
| Seller | Condition | Card price | Stock | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NM | $0.32 | 2 | ||
NM | $0.50 | 2 | ||
NMFoil | $0.50 | 1 | ||
NM | $0.37 | 1 | Unavailable |
About Lightning Helix
Lightning Helix from Murders at Karlov Manor is currently available from around $0.25. This panel brings together mana value, rules text, format signals, and set details in one place.
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Lightning Helix deals 3 damage to any target and you gain 3 life.
Flavor Text
After heavy casualties in the Phyrexian invasion, the Boros mage-priests trained as many rank-and-file soldiers as possible to wield the Legion's legendary battle magic.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is Lightning Helix worth?
Lightning Helix is currently shown on Card Synced from about $0.25 for Murders at Karlov Manor. This is a live floor on active listings. For MTG singles, foil status and rarity generally have the biggest impact on spread.
Lightning Helix has 2 other tracked printings in other sets or variants, so you can compare across editions before buying.
Is Lightning Helix legal in Commander?
Lightning Helix is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Modern, legal in Pioneer.
Is Lightning Helix legal in Modern, Pioneer, or Vintage?
This card can differ across formats. Card Synced shows a live legality snapshot from Oracle and updates it as rulings change. Use the legality table above to confirm full format details before buying.
Is Lightning Helix on the Reserved List?
No. Lightning Helix is not on the Reserved List. That can affect long-term scarcity and collector demand.
What is Lightning Helix in-game text?
In game, Lightning Helix is a Instant with text that starts: "Lightning Helix deals 3 damage to any target and you gain 3 life.".
How popular is Lightning Helix in Commander decks?
Lightning Helix ranks #3,674 on EDHREC for Commander inclusion, which is a proxy for market demand and practical deck usage.
Other Printings of Lightning Helix
This card has been printed in 2 other sets. Compare prices across different editions.
Buy Lightning Helix on Card Synced
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Searchers looking for Lightning Helix legality or value usually care about the same things: current format status, available printings, and whether the card is seeing fresh demand from Commander, Modern, or Pioneer players. This page keeps those signals together.