Lightning Helix (39)
E02 · Explorers of Ixalan · uncommon
| Mana cost |   |
|---|---|
| Mana value | 2.0 |
| Type | Instant |
| Rarity | uncommon |
| Colors | R, W |
| EDHREC rank | 3763 |
Lightning Helix deals 3 damage to any target and you gain 3 life.
Though less well-known than its army of soldiers, the Boros Legion's mage-priests are as respected by the innocent as they are hated by the ghosts of the guilty.
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Latest prices
| Provider | Type | Normal | Foil | Etched | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| tcgplayer | retail | $0.27 | — | — | 2026-09-27 |
| manapool | retail | $0.20 | — | — | 2026-09-27 |
| cardmarket | retail | $0.25 | — | — | 2026-09-27 |
| cardkingdom | retail | $0.59 | — | — | 2026-09-27 |
| cardkingdom | buylist | $0.08 | — | — | 2026-09-27 |
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Legality
| Format | Status |
|---|---|
| Standard | Legal |
| Pioneer | Legal |
| Modern | Legal |
| Legacy | Legal |
| Vintage | Legal |
| Commander | Legal |
| Brawl | Legal |
| Historic | Legal |
| Oathbreaker | Legal |
| Predh | Legal |
| Duel | Legal |
| Future | Legal |
| Gladiator | Legal |
| Timeless | Legal |
| Standard Brawl | Legal |
Rulings
- 2017-11-17: If the chosen target is illegal when Lightning Helix tries to resolve, it won't resolve and none of its effects will happen. You won't gain 3 life.
- 2024-02-02: If the chosen target is illegal when Lightning Helix tries to resolve, it won't resolve and none of its effects will happen. You won't gain 3 life.