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Lightning Serpent
CSP · Coldsnap #88 · Rare · released 2006-07-21
{X}{R}
Creature — Elemental Serpent
Trample, haste
This creature enters with X +1/+0 counters on it.
At the beginning of the end step, sacrifice this creature.
Ice exploded into steam in its wake, hissing like a thousand serpents hailing their blazing master.
Lightning Serpent is a rare red creature from Coldsnap (2006). It has been printed 2 times across 2 sets, from 2006 to 2020. Recent market prices range from $4.78 to $15.69 depending on printing and finish. It is legal in Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker, Historic, Brawl and Penny Dreadful.
USD$4.15
USD Foil$9.90
Format legality
Where you can play Lightning Serpent in sanctioned and popular formats.
StandardNot legal
PioneerNot legal
ModernLegal
LegacyLegal
VintageLegal
CommanderLegal
PauperNot legal
OathbreakerLegal
HistoricLegal
BrawlLegal
Penny DreadfulLegal
All printings (2)
Prices range from $4.78 to $15.69 across finishes. Cheapest printing: Coldsnap at $4.78.
| Set | No. | Rarity | Price | Foil |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coldsnap This page | 88 | Rare | $4.78 | $15.69 |
| Jumpstart Arena Exclusives | 88 | Rare | — | — |
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Rulings
Official rulings from Wizards of the Coast (1).
- 2006-07-15If Lightning Serpent enters without X being paid because an effect puts it onto the battlefield or an effect lets you cast it without paying its mana cost, then X is 0.
Frequently asked questions
Is Lightning Serpent legal in Commander?
Yes — Lightning Serpent is legal in Commander (EDH).
What formats is Lightning Serpent legal in?
Lightning Serpent is legal in Modern, Legacy, Vintage, Commander, Oathbreaker, Historic, Brawl and Penny Dreadful.
How many times has Lightning Serpent been printed?
Lightning Serpent has been printed 2 times across 2 sets, from 2006 to 2020.
What is the cheapest printing of Lightning Serpent?
The cheapest printing is Coldsnap (#88) at about $4.78.
Who illustrated Lightning Serpent?
This printing of Lightning Serpent was illustrated by John Avon.