Lightning Aggro Challenger Deck

Magic: The Gathering – Challenger Deck 2019: Lightning Aggro

The Lightning Aggro Challenger Deck is a pre-constructed Magic: The Gathering deck released as part of the 2019 Challenger Decks series. Originally designed for Standard play at the time of release, this deck is now best suited for casual play and non-rotating formats.

Built entirely around red mana, Lightning Aggro follows a classic Aggro strategy, focusing on fast, aggressive creatures and efficient burn spells to apply early pressure and close out games quickly. Its straightforward game plan makes it an excellent choice for players who enjoy high-tempo, damage-focused gameplay.

The deck includes a 60-card main deck and a 15-card sideboard, offering flexibility and a strong foundation for casual play, local events, or as a base for further upgrades in formats that do not rotate.

Contents:

• 60-card pre-constructed deck

• 15-card sideboard

• Mono-red aggressive strategy

• Part of the 2019 Challenger Decks release

Decklist

Creatures (21)

• 4 Fanatical Firebrand

• 4 Ghitu Lavarunner

• 4 Runaway Steam-Kin

• 4 Viashino Pyromancer

• 4 Goblin Chainwhirler

• 1 Rekindling Phoenix

Instants (12)

• 4 Shock

• 4 Lightning Strike

• 4 Wizard’s Lightning

Sorceries (3)

• 2 Lava Coil

• 1 Banefire

Enchantments (2)

• 2 Experimental Frenzy

Lands (22)

• 22 Mountain

Sideboard (15)

• 4 Fight with Fire

• 4 Lightning Mare

• 4 Diamond Mare

• 3 Fiery Cannonade