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Forked Lightning
SORCERY Uncommon
The List EDHREC #27,342
$0.22
-4.3%
7 days
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Forked Lightning price history chart, default range 3 months. currently $0.22.
Forked Lightning Price Summary
Forked Lightning's current headline price is $0.22.
Forked Lightning Printings & Prices
2 printings
Forked Lightning has 2 tracked printings across 2 sets, in nonfoil finishes.
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Sell Forked Lightning: Buylist Offers
2 offers
| Buyer | Printing | Finish | Cash offer | Retail | Spread |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Card Kingdom | POR #130 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
| Card Kingdom | PLST #ME3-100 | Nonfoil | — | — | — |
Forked Lightning Rules Text & Legality
View on Scryfall ↗Forked Lightning deals 4 damage divided as you choose among one, two, or three target creatures.
Forked Lightning is legal in Legacy and Commander, and not legal in Standard, Pioneer, Modern and Pauper.
standard
Not legal
pioneer
Not legal
modern
Not legal
legacy
Legal
commander
Legal
pauper
Not legal
Forked Lightning Rulings
1 most recent
- Oct 1, 2009 You divide the damage as you cast Forked Lightning, not as it resolves. Each target you choose must be assigned at least 1 damage.
Reprints & Reprint Risk
2 printings
Forked Lightning has been reprinted 2 times.
| Set | Date | Rarity | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLST #ME3-100 | 2022-04-29 | Uncommon | Standard |
| POR #130 | 1997-05-01 | Rare | Standard |
POR #130 Forked Lightning in Commander
Forked Lightning is the #27,342 most-played card on EDHREC, down 26 places over the last 30 days.
Forked Lightning FAQ
How much is Forked Lightning worth?
Forked Lightning is worth about $0.22 for its cheapest playable printing as of Sep 28, 2026.
Is Forked Lightning legal in Commander?
Yes — Forked Lightning is legal in Commander. It is also legal in Legacy.
Has Forked Lightning been reprinted?
Yes — Forked Lightning has been reprinted 2 times, with 2 printings tracked on The Index.
Why is Forked Lightning cheap?
Forked Lightning trades at about $0.22 — 2 reprints keep supply plentiful, and Commander demand is modest (#27,342 on EDHREC).