Lightning Cloud (VIS #87)
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Lightning Cloud is a rare printing from Visions (VIS #87), a Enchantment. Illustrated by John Matson.
Card text
Whenever a player casts a red spell, you may pay {R}. If you do, this enchantment deals 1 damage to any target.
The mightiest clouds sit upon spires of fire.
—Femeref adage
Details
| Mana cost | {3}{R} |
|---|---|
| Type | Enchantment |
| Rarity | Rare |
| Set | Visions (VIS) |
| Collector number | 87 |
| Artist | John Matson |
| Released | 1997-02-03 |
Current price
As of 2026-10-19, Scryfall listed this printing at non-foil $0.64 (USD). Prices change constantly, so check the live price before buying.
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Legality
| Standard | Not legal |
|---|---|
| Future Standard | Not legal |
| Historic | Not legal |
| Timeless | Not legal |
| Gladiator | Not legal |
| Pioneer | Not legal |
| Modern | Not legal |
| Legacy | Legal |
| Pauper | Not legal |
| Vintage | Legal |
| Penny Dreadful | Legal |
| Commander | Legal |
| Oathbreaker | Legal |
| Standard Brawl | Not legal |
| Brawl | Not legal |
| Competitive Brawl | Not legal |
| Alchemy | Not legal |
| Pauper Commander | Not legal |
| Duel Commander | Legal |
| Old School | Not legal |
| Premodern | Legal |
| PrEDH | Legal |
| TLR | Not legal |
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Rulings
- October 4, 2004 — Triggers when the spell is cast.
- October 4, 2004 — You pick the target when putting the triggered ability on the stack, but you don’t choose whether or not to pay {R} until the triggered ability resolves.
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