| Spell type | Direct shock attack (red spell) |
| Requires | Air Magic 1+, Ride the Storm 1+ or Windborn Adept |
| Casting time | 3 seconds |
| Base modifiers | 100 feet range, +20 Ascendancy, +10 Power |
Lightning bolt is a direct attack spell which has a 25% chance of hitting the head or face, and a 50% chance of hitting the body. It inflicts shock damage.