Quick Answer

Weaver of Lightning is a uncommon Creature — Human Shaman from EMN (EMN) costing {2}{R}. Current price: $0.05 USD. Legal in Modern. Legal in Commander.

Weaver of Lightning MTG card

Weaver of Lightning

Creature — Human Shaman

Card Text

Reach (This creature can block creatures with flying.) Whenever you cast an instant or sorcery spell, this creature deals 1 damage to target creature an opponent controls.

"Lightning in a bottle? That's not where I need it."

Card Stats

1/4 uncommon CMC: 3.0 EMN EMN 🎨 John Stanko
Reach

Market Prices

TCGPlayer
$0.05
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TCGPlayer
$0.38
Foil
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Card Kingdom
$0.35
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Card Kingdom
$0.49
Foil
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Cardmarket
€0.04
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Cardmarket
€0.29
Foil
Buy
Prices updated: 2025-12-04

Format Legality

Brawl Legal
Commander Legal
Duel Legal
Gladiator Legal
Historic Legal
Legacy Legal
Modern Legal
Oathbreaker Legal
Pioneer Legal
Timeless Legal
Vintage Legal

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Other Printings (3 total)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Weaver of Lightning? Basics

Weaver of Lightning is a Creature — Human Shaman card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game.

Its ability reads: "Reach (This creature can block creatures with flying.) Whenever you cast an instant or sorcery spell, this creature deals 1 damage to target creature an opponent controls."

How much mana does Weaver of Lightning cost to cast? Basics

Weaver of Lightning has a mana cost of {2}{R}, which equals 3.0 total mana (converted mana cost/mana value).

It requires R mana to cast.

What does mana cost mean in Magic: The Gathering? Basics

Mana cost is the amount and type of mana required to cast a spell in Magic: The Gathering.

Weaver of Lightning's mana cost of {2}{R} means you need to pay that much mana from your lands or other sources.

Colored symbols (W=White, U=Blue, B=Black, R=Red, G=Green) must be paid with that specific color, while numbers can be paid with any color.

What is converted mana cost (CMC) or mana value? Basics

Converted mana cost (now officially called "mana value") is the total amount of mana in a card's mana cost, regardless of color.

Weaver of Lightning has a mana value of 3.0. This is important for effects that care about a spell's total cost, like cascade or cards that say "mana value 3 or less."

What is oracle text? Basics

Oracle text is the official, current rules text for a Magic card as maintained by Wizards of the Coast. It supersedes any printed text on older cards.

Weaver of Lightning's current oracle text is: "Reach (This creature can block creatures with flying.) Whenever you cast an instant or sorcery spell, this creature deals 1 damage to target creature an opponent controls."

What is the current price of Weaver of Lightning? Pricing

The current market price for Weaver of Lightning is approximately $0.05 USD on TCGPlayer.

A foil copy costs approximately $0.38 USD.

On Cardmarket (Europe), it's approximately €0.04 EUR.

Where can I buy Weaver of Lightning? Pricing

You can purchase Weaver of Lightning from major MTG retailers including:

Prices vary by condition and printing. Check multiple sellers to find the best price.

What is the difference between normal and foil cards? Pricing

Foil cards have a shiny, holographic finish that makes them more collectible. They are functionally identical to normal cards but typically cost more due to their rarity and visual appeal.

Weaver of Lightning normal: $0.05 | foil: $0.38

Is Weaver of Lightning legal in Standard? Legality

Format legality information for Weaver of Lightning in Standard is not available.

Standard is a rotating format that only allows cards from the most recent sets.

Is Weaver of Lightning legal in Modern? Legality

Weaver of Lightning is Legal in Modern format.

Modern includes all cards printed in a standard-legal set from 8th Edition forward.

Is Weaver of Lightning legal in Commander (EDH)? Legality

Weaver of Lightning is Legal in Commander (EDH) format.

Commander is a casual multiplayer format where you build a 100-card singleton deck around a legendary creature.

Is Weaver of Lightning legal in Pioneer? Legality

Weaver of Lightning is Legal in Pioneer format.

Pioneer is a non-rotating format that includes all standard-legal sets from Return to Ravnica forward.

Is Weaver of Lightning legal in Legacy? Legality

Weaver of Lightning is Legal in Legacy format.

Legacy allows almost all cards ever printed, with a substantial ban list for balance.

Is Weaver of Lightning legal in Vintage? Legality

Weaver of Lightning is Legal in Vintage format.

Vintage is the most permissive format, allowing almost all cards with only a minimal ban list. Some powerful cards are "Restricted" (limited to 1 copy).

Is Weaver of Lightning legal in Pauper? Legality

Format legality information for Weaver of Lightning in Pauper is not available.

Pauper only allows cards that have been printed at common rarity in a paper or online set.

What is format legality in MTG? Legality

Format legality indicates which official MTG formats allow a card to be played:

  • Legal: Card is allowed in the format
  • Banned: Card is prohibited from play
  • Restricted: Limited to 1 copy (Vintage only)
  • Not Legal: Card was never part of that format's card pool

Different formats have different banned lists based on power level and game balance.

What set is Weaver of Lightning from? Details

This printing of Weaver of Lightning is from EMN (EMN), with collector number 149.

Weaver of Lightning may also appear in other MTG sets with different art or special treatments.

What is Weaver of Lightning's rarity? Details

Weaver of Lightning is a uncommon card in EMN.

Card rarity affects both availability and price. From rarest to most common: Mythic Rare → Rare → Uncommon → Common.

Who illustrated Weaver of Lightning? Details

Weaver of Lightning was illustrated by John Stanko.

Magic: The Gathering features artwork from hundreds of talented artists, and many cards have been reprinted with new art over the years.

What is Weaver of Lightning's power and toughness? Details

Weaver of Lightning is a 1/4 creature.

Power (1) determines how much combat damage the creature deals. Toughness (4) determines how much damage it can take before being destroyed.

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