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Your weekly source for all things Commander (aka EDH), a multiplayer Magic: The Gathering format, with hosts Jimmy Wong and Josh Lee Kwai. Focused on all aspects of gameplay and strategy from table politics, budget builds, to deck building and more! commandzonecast@gmail.com

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Yesterday · 1 hr 25 min
Cards We’ll Never Stop Playing | 763
Sometimes, you just like something. Even if it's overcosted or never pays off, a pet card holds a special place in your heart. This episode, we’re polling the Command Zone staff to find each of their most beloved pet cards. From old staples to new flavor pieces that just tickle their fancy, everyone has a different fun justification for their picks, so let's jump in! -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- WHATNOT: Join us Thursday 9/17 @ 2PM Pacific for LIVE retro MTG giveaways, games, and more! Get $15 free when you sign up at: https://www.whatnot.com/invite/command BROOKLYN BEDDING: Ready to upgrade your sleep? Brooklyn Bedding has you covered! Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code COMMAND at https://Brooklynbedding.com RAYCON: Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! -------- CARD KINGDOM: The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT: Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRA PRO: Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Joshua Murphy: X: @alsonamedjosh Bluesky: @alsonamedjosh.bsky.social Gaurav Gulati: X: @DoubleGXG Jordan Pridgen: X: @jordanpigeon Instagram: @jordanpridgen Bluesky: @jordanpigeon.bsky.social Jake Boss: X: @JakeBossMTG Instagram: @jakebossmtg Bluesky: @jakeboss.bsky.social Beky Bell: X: @bekybear Instagram: @bekybear Karina Cruz: Bluesky: @kcz24.bsky.social Reggie AKA Arcade: TikTok: @reggiethearcade YouTube: @reggieTheArcade Instagram: @reggie.aka.arcade Manson Leung: X: @MansonLeung_ Does Commander Have a Turn Order Problem? | The Command Zone 755: https://youtu.be/bBZ-PvOyYKY?si=t_PQilWhPWPFnhWe Mono Mono-Red | Extra Turns 72: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tiGFmYMgN3k Brutal Warhammer Beatdown | Extra Turns 28: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0DB-V0Xfd4g Four Hobbit Commander Decks to Build Right Now | The Command Zone 757: https://youtu.be/2ZIKJYzsZtw?si=qu2d3fkIXJbvQsON The Hobbit: There and SMACK Again | Extra Turns 74: https://youtu.be/9RCIT4xTn-w?si=6ZiPnfIlg3IDnd2p Beorn the Fierce Deck List: https://archidekt.com/decks/24750291/cz_757_beorn_the_fierce JLK's Katara Deck List: https://archidekt.com/decks/16139001/jlks_katara_game_knights_82 Rachel's Toph Deck List: https://archidekt.com/decks/17235508/toph_who_needs_metalbending Rachel's Gylwain Deck List: https://archidekt.com/decks/5280200/rachels_gylwain_game_knights_64 JLK's Roon Deck List: https://archidekt.com/decks/4663782/jlks_roon_game_knights_24 Nightmare Baby Rotation – Wheel of Precons 6 | Elder Dragon Social Club: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KOUNu2GRjgQ -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Bluesky: @commandcast.bsky.social Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Friday · 1 hr 41 min
The Complete Guide to Removal in Commander | 762
“In Response!” If you’ve never said those two fateful words, you’re not winning as many Commander games as you should. A solid gameplan needs a strong disruption package to back it up, so today we’re breaking down how to build a complete suite of interaction. We’re talking removal, counterspells, protection, and more essential tricks of the format. This is a level-up episode that you definitely don’t want to miss! -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- GAME KNIGHTS LIVE RETURNS TO ATLANTA: Game Knights Live is warping into MagicCon Atlanta for an out-of-this-world Commander showdown. Don't miss the Greatest Show in the Multiverse! Set a course for adventure and grab your badge today at: https://www.tinyurl.com/MCAtlantaGKLive -------- WHATNOT: Join us Thursday 9/17 @ 2PM Pacific for LIVE retro MTG giveaways, games, and more! Get $15 free when you sign up at: https://www.whatnot.com/invite/command RAYCON: Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free breakfast for one year, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off -------- CARD KINGDOM: The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT: Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRA PRO: Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Commander Deckbuilding Template for the New Era | The Command Zone 658: https://youtu.be/OSNV6224cHg?si=-KFdpdJomRrI039O The Problem with Deckbuilding Templates | The Command Zone 659: https://youtu.be/PUrQpnQ7bi8?si=_dFQbwImhsdr-Z88 The Complete Guide to Mass Disruption | The Command Zone 700: https://youtu.be/ZTw7phD0_Mc?si=WCZ0WVttjd7srYxR Level Up Your Deck Building w/ This One Hack | The Command Zone 733: https://youtu.be/fxBCPGaWu9Y?si=KzjZhs7E3O_x1dhh Who’s the Target? Lessons in Threat Assessment | The Command Zone 652: https://youtu.be/DN_6bNCJ-kk?si=To2NQO-Thsvs55a7 An Unexpected BATTLE! Hobbit Commander w/ Tolkien Experts | Extra Turns 74: https://youtu.be/9RCIT4xTn-w?si=qZkU1xdZ6NWZNQvB Does Commander Have a Turn Order Problem? | The Command Zone 755: https://youtu.be/bBZ-PvOyYKY?si=eY7LjDQmzKWcxbw9 The Complete Guide to Mass Disruption | The Command Zone 700: https://youtu.be/ZTw7phD0_Mc?si=kUmgqVKmxSRIPf8p Who Built These Decks?!? | Extra Turns 65: https://youtu.be/WQ85fYMFS8c?si=OfN4xhy8bgxiNchB Mono Mono-Red | Extra Turns 72: https://youtu.be/tiGFmYMgN3k?si=hfQy7q2hvscOls4l -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Bluesky: @commandcast.bsky.social Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
September 8 · 1 hr 48 min
Don’t Buy Staples. Buy These Cards Instead | 761
Sick of feeling like you need to take out a loan to afford the fancy staples in Commander? There’s a better way! This episode, we’re going over some affordable (but still very powerful) alternatives to some of the most expensive staples in the game. With these budget replacements for every color and archetype, you’ll save so much money you can go out and buy—okay, we’ll be realistic—it’s probably more Magic cards. Let’s get started! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free breakfast for one year, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off RAYCON: Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your FREE trial today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz -------- CARD KINGDOM: The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT: Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRA PRO: Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Reggie AKA Arcade: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reggiethearcade YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReggieTheArcade Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reggie.aka.arcade 200-Card Decks! | Extra Turns 67: https://youtu.be/xupnwElKm7o?si=yEPgJYh4U-3ECS7r Tomer Abramovici: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/budgetcommander.bsky.social Twitter: https://x.com/BudgetCommander YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MTGGoldfishCommander Commander Cards We Were Wrong About | The Command Zone 744: https://youtu.be/4aGmNlEqb7o?si=rLEjq5Nl_tcuPj_i -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Bluesky: @commandcast.bsky.social Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
September 1 · 1 hr 32 min
We Upgrade Each Other’s Decks w/ Murph | 760
Collaborate and conquer! This episode we’ll prove two heads are better than one by upgrading each other’s decks. Rachel and Murph each take one of the other’s brews and make 10 changes to bring it up to snuff. How will Murph’s obscure old-school sensibilities mesh with Rachel’s efficient and analytical deckbuilding? Our guess is quite well, but tune in and find out! -------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 25 · 1 hr 34 min
Mystery Booster Commander’s Most Powerful New Legends | 759
Mystery Booster: Commander Edition is full of powerful, wacky, new legends to brew. But figuring out which are the best of the bunch doesn’t need to be a mystery! This episode, we’re breaking down our picks for the set’s strongest new Commanders and giving you all the info you need to optimize their builds. These cards were literally made for fans of the format like us, so don’t miss out! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- WHATNOT: Be there Aug. 27 @ 4pm PT as The Prof joins us LIVE in-studio for an epic Whatnot event full of giveaways, gameplay, and more! Get $15 free when you sign up at: https://www.whatnot.com/invite/command SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your FREE trial today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free breakfast for one year, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off -------- CARD KINGDOM: The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT: Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRA PRO: Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: What's Inside Mystery Booster Commander Edition?: https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/feature/whats-inside-mystery-booster-commander-edition We Play w/ BANNED Cards (ft. Crim) | Extra Turns 73: https://youtu.be/BEMxzQkenRA?si=JvJmf4Ca8LMD-04c 10 PLAYER Commander Game!: https://youtu.be/CvyRDmwOeCs?si=So3x1_zCkw-8Ydsq Post Game Talk | 10 Player Commander Game: https://youtu.be/FBHdfPb9zXc?si=j7uREHiiltvhfo3y -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Bluesky: @commandcast.bsky.social Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 18 · 2 hr 6 min
The Hobbit’s Best New Cards (In the 99) | 758
The Hobbit is here and full of precious and powerful new spells to slot into the 99 of your favorite Commander decks. Don’t miss the biggest hits (including some BUSTED new toys for white) as we break down the best cards this trip through Middle-earth has to offer. With these new includes, your brews will be honed and ready for battle! -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your FREE trial today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free breakfast for a year, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off RAYCON: Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! -------- CARD KINGDOM: The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT: Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRA PRO: Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Does Commander Have a Turn Order Problem? | The Command Zone 755: https://youtu.be/bBZ-PvOyYKY?si=sR8TZO1AAnPbJ6Sv The Hobbit w/ Post Malone! | Game Knights 87: https://youtu.be/iD3BPb7WzPo?si=dVsxLwQ2PAoFNJQ4 -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Bluesky: @commandcast.bsky.social Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 11 · 1 hr 30 min
Four Hobbit Commander Decks to Build Right Now | 757
The Hobbit is finally here, but without any precious precons! Don’t worry! If you want a list you can pick up and play, we’ve brewed four exciting options for you using some of the set’s coolest legends. From Elves to Goblins to Dwarves to a brand new Bear Force, we’ve got decks with different punching powers for whichever bracket you like to play. Don’t miss them! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON! Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free breakfast for one year, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off RAYCON: Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your FREE trial today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz -------- CARD KINGDOM: The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT: Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRA PRO: Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Reggie AKA Arcade: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reggiethearcade YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReggieTheArcade Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reggie.aka.arcade The Great Goblin Deck List: https://archidekt.com/decks/24659968/cz_757_the_great_goblin Beorn, the Fierce Deck List: https://archidekt.com/decks/24750291/cz_757_beorn_the_fierce Thorin, King of Durin's Folk Deck List: https://archidekt.com/decks/24750891/cz_757_thorin_king_of_durins_folk Thranduil, the Elvenking Deck List: https://archidekt.com/decks/24662123/cz_757_thranduil_the_elvenking We Play w/ BANNED Cards (ft. Crim) | Extra Turns 73: https://youtu.be/BEMxzQkenRA?si=JvJmf4Ca8LMD-04c 10 PLAYER Commander Game!: https://youtu.be/CvyRDmwOeCs?si=So3x1_zCkw-8Ydsq Post Game Talk | 10 Player Commander Game: https://youtu.be/FBHdfPb9zXc?si=j7uREHiiltvhfo3y Modern Horizons Commander w/ LoadingReadyRun | Game Knights 27: https://youtu.be/elOZ2EnWlCM?si=Bt2SVVFCxQN3CjiV March of the Machine Planechase w/ LoadingReadyRun | Game Knights 61: https://youtu.be/HKGl-_gCmt0?si=MrPJn3iJ1JNav1WX Game Knights Live - MagicCon Minneapolis: https://youtu.be/hKBwKEwYBAU?si=zY2SougSMJBh-vPb The Hobbit’s Most Powerful New Commanders | The Command Zone 756: https://youtu.be/2UjW3dT3MXA?si=Xs4pS3jnkpYhDU0C -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Bluesky: @commandcast.bsky.social Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
August 3 · 1 hr 38 min
The Hobbit’s Most Powerful New Commanders | 756
These commanders may be from Middle-earth, but their power level is anything but mid! We’re breaking down the best new legends to build around from Magic: The Gathering | The Hobbit. We’ll lay out all the synergies and strategies you need to make your enduring story tell the tale of endless Commander victories. So don’t miss out on any of this precious info. -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- RAYCON Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! SHOPIFY Power your business with Shopify. Start your FREE trial today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz BROOKLYN BEDDING: Ready to upgrade your sleep? Brooklyn Bedding has you covered! Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code COMMAND at https://Brooklynbedding.com -------- CARD KINGDOM: The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT: Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRA PRO: Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Nerd of The Rings: X: https://x.com/nerdoftherings1 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NerdoftheRings Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nerdoftherings/?hl=en Post Malone: X: https://x.com/PostMalone Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@postmalone Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/postmalone/ -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Bluesky: @commandcast.bsky.social Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 29 · 2 hr 17 min
How Important is Turn Order Really? | The Command Zone 755
So the dice have spoken and you’re going LAST! How much does your plan need to change? The answer may surprise you. This episode, we’re going over the effect of turn order in Commander. We’ll discuss how your position at the table shifts your chances of winning, your relationship with removal, and how you might need to alter your gameplan for a better chance at victory. Let’s jump into it! -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- RAYCON: Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your FREE trial today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz BROOKLYN BEDDING: Ready to upgrade your sleep? Brooklyn Bedding has you covered! Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code COMMAND at https://Brooklynbedding.com -------- CARD KINGDOM: The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT: Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRA PRO: Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Playgroup.gg Data: https://playgroup.gg/metagame/2026/may Steel City Spectacular 2025 cEDH Tournament Results: https://edhtop16.com/tournament/steel-city-spectacular-20k-cedh-main-event NO BANLIST COMMANDER! (ft. Crim) | Extra Turns 73: https://youtu.be/BEMxzQkenRA?si=xDljrebnvPvggCHS Who’s the Target? Lessons in Threat Assessment | The Command Zone 652: https://youtu.be/DN_6bNCJ-kk?si=MgVjqBpUwz5aArpF Exactly How Good is Sol Ring? Commander Gameplay STATS (pt1) | CZ 238: https://youtu.be/Iwdb_kPCwNU?si=bOWcenzgAOjJraZO Which Color is the Strongest? Gameplay STATS (pt2) | The Command Zone 239: https://youtu.be/ttGjuNXWxpY?si=6Dt_lRuyukVqn71p Crim, TheAsianAvenger: Twitter: https://x.com/Theasianavenger Lorwyn Eclipsed w/Gabriel Luna | Game Knights 83: https://youtu.be/lNtqI3r4xiE?si=ENYLlpWVji3tJppS Marvel Super Heroes w/ ZachTheBold | Game Knights 86: https://youtu.be/sxe7cXfplmg?si=xFbUZDPg0W5Si9FT -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Bluesky: @commandcast.bsky.social Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 22 · 1 hr 21 min
Are You Ruining Commander Night? | 754
Are your games perfectly balanced, as all things should be? If you're playing Commander, the answer is probably no. While perfect power balance might be impossible, there are always ways to work toward leveling the field for your playgroup. In this episode, we're going over techniques and strategies to help address power disparities and make the experience more fun for everyone involved. Let's get into it! -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your FREE trial today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz RAYCON: Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! MARVEL STRIKE FORCE: Download Marvel Strike Force and use promo code SPIDER to unlock Spider-Man and Hulk for free: https://tinyurl.com/GetMSF -------- CARD KINGDOM: The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT: Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRA PRO: Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Reggie the Arcade: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reggiethearcade YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReggieTheArcade Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reggie.aka.arcade Joe Johnson: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/blackneto.bsky.social Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TabletopJocks 10 PLAYER Commander Game!: https://youtu.be/CvyRDmwOeCs?si=MIhwZWPhvrdyA_Wg Post Game Talk | 10 Player Commander Game: https://youtu.be/FBHdfPb9zXc?si=5ichwtjfvJulC1dK The New, NEW Commander Brackets | The Command Zone 705: https://youtu.be/l-fyZMOHJsU?si=hHXaX4RsbttLk1D9 Commander Brackets Beta Update – February 9, 2026: https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/commander-brackets-beta-update-february-9-2026 Battle of the Brews | Extra Turns 71: https://youtu.be/CoApRpfZrVE?si=5rXoKVch1fugGcKt Norin the Wary Deck List: https://archidekt.com/decks/9065103/cz_628_norin_the_wary -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Bluesky: @commandcast.bsky.social Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 16 · 4 hr 8 min
The Best Commander from EVERY Magic Set Ever | 753
MTG has a LOT of Commanders to choose from. In fact, in the game’s 30+ years, over 3,300 different commanders have been printed! But which ones are truly the best? This episode we’re doing the legwork, going year by year, release by release, and bringing you the very best Commander from every Magic set in history! We've got over 100 sets to cover, so strap in! -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- ORIGINAL MAGIC ART: Support Dandan Magic artist Drew Tucker and grab a unique playmat and token set by backing his Original Magic Art kickstarter today at: https://www.tinyurl.com/DrewTuckerOMA BROOKLYN BEDDING: Ready to upgrade your sleep? Brooklyn Bedding has you covered! Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code COMMAND at https://Brooklynbedding.com -------- CARD KINGDOM: The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT: Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRA PRO: Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Post Malone Plays Magic: The Gathering | Game Knights 45: https://tinyurl.com/y6cy7dkz Craig Blanchette: https://x.com/craigblanchette We Rate Each Other's Decks w/ Tomer (MTGGoldfish) | The Command Zone 742: https://tinyurl.com/njj956x2 Professor & Melissa DeTora | Kaseto, Karametra, Nekusar & Intet | Game Knights 5: https://tinyurl.com/yc3rkn5f Double Masters Commander Battle | Game Knights 38: https://tinyurl.com/u886u3mj Mono Mono-Black Battle | Extra Turns 64: https://tinyurl.com/5n8pe4k5 Kenji "NutotTheNummy" Egashira: X: https://x.com/NumotTheNummy Lorwyn Eclipsed w/Gabriel Luna | Game Knights 83: https://tinyurl.com/3t96hkfp The Best 4 Color Commander 2016 | Game Knights 1: https://tinyurl.com/mj456388 ManaCurves: Bsky: https://bsky.app/profile/manacurves.bsky.social Homebrew Commander w/ The Professor and Wedge | Game Knights 18: https://tinyurl.com/mrxywys8 New Legends from Rivals of Ixalan | Game Knights 14: https://tinyurl.com/34c347ft Game Knights' Biggest Losers | Extra Turns 70: https://tinyurl.com/3upw35xb Most Powerful Commanders from Modern Horizons 3 | The Command Zone 611: https://tinyurl.com/442nekt4 Game Knights Live w/ NFL Champion Leonard Williams: https://tinyurl.com/577ucx8p -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Bluesky: @commandcast.bsky.social Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 8 · 1 hr 29 min
We Draft Banned Cards | 752
The Command Zone fantasy draft is back and, this time, our hosts are picking the best BANNED cards in Commander. Plus, special guest Crim “TheAsianAvenger” (MTGGoldfish) joins us to take the degeneracy to the next level. Power Nine, Conspiracies, Ante…everything is up for grabs! And this time the stakes are real, because after the draft each player is incorporating their picks into an actual deck build to face-off against the others on an all-new episode of Extra Turns coming out next week! Who will create the most broken brew? Watch and find out! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- ORIGINAL MAGIC ART: Support Dandan Magic artist Drew Tucker and grab a unique playmat and token set by backing his Original Magic Art kickstarter today at: ⁠https://www.tinyurl.com/DrewTuckerOMA⁠ RAYCON: Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free greens per box, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your FREE trial today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz -------- CARD KINGDOM: The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT: Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRA PRO: Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Crim, TheAsianAvenger: X: https://x.com/Theasianavenger Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TheAsianAvenger TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theasianavenger Twitch: www.twitch.tv/TheAsianAvenger Is Consistency Killing Commander? | The Command Zone: https://youtu.be/TnlMmWVUFdk?si=MTvGPthuksFc5epR -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Bluesky: @commandcast.bsky.social Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
July 1 · 2 hr 5 min
Marvel Super Heroes Best New Cards (In the 99) | 751
Do you have big Plans to Power-up your Commander decks? Then it’s time for some Teamwork as we help you pick out the best cards for the 99 from Magic’s latest set: Marvel Super Heroes. This new tech is so powerful it puts Stark Industries to shame, so don’t miss our favorites from among these hundreds of exciting options. After all, card assessment is our super power! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- GAME KNIGHTS LIVE RETURNS TO ATLANTA: Badges for Amsterdam may be sold out, but have no fear: Game Knights Live is warping into MagicCon Atlanta for an out-of-this-world Commander showdown! Don't miss the Greatest Show in the Multiverse. Set a course for adventure and grab your badge today at: https://www.tinyurl.com/MCAtlantaGKLive -------- REDDIT Reddit is where players gather! Download the Reddit app today and dive into r/MagicTCG for the latest gaming updates. ORIGINAL MAGIC ART Support Dandan Magic artist Drew Tucker and grab a unique playmat and token set by backing his Original Magic Art kickstarter today at: https://www.tinyurl.com/DrewTuckerOMA BROOKLYN BEDDING Ready to upgrade your sleep? Brooklyn Bedding has you covered! Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code COMMAND at https://Brooklynbedding.com -------- CARD KINGDOM: The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT: Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRA PRO: Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Tomer Abramovici: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/budgetcommander.bsky.social Twitter: https://x.com/BudgetCommander Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MTGGoldfishCommander, https://www.youtube.com/@MTGGoldfish Game Knights: TMNT w/Jarvis Johnson: https://youtu.be/edT3KiM67z0?si=kGnUoacvzXsi902e Power Level Etiquette with BDM / Sidisi, Brood Tyrant | The Command Zone 24: https://youtu.be/rvBzhdv3xYU?si=NBQ9_m_3s-6Y-8wO -------- THE END STEP: BDM Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/top_8_games/?hl=en Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bdm.bsky.social Cataclysm Arcade Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cataclysmarcade/cataclysm-arcade-tcg Learn More About Cataclysm Arcade: https://play.cataclysmarcade.com/ Good Time Society | We Played Cataclysm Arcade From A Single Booster Pack: https://youtu.be/PCnKas4YDL4?si=_SnAweLBDjQCx25q The Professor On Cataclysm Arcade: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DZGLxoSxtNa/ -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Bluesky: @commandcast.bsky.social Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 26 · 1 hr 15 min
“Fantastic Four” Precon Upgrade Guide | Marvel Super Heroes | 750
Want your new deck to be better at doing The Thing? Have no fear! In this upgrade guide we’ll tell you exactly which cards are fantastic for “Fantastic Four,” the new white, blue, red, and green Commander precon from Marvel Super Heroes. We’ll stretch your power to the limits with 10 new additions, then give you 10 cards to make invisible by cutting them from the deck. With these swaps, you’ll be screaming “Flame On!” as your opponents flame out. -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- GAME KNIGHTS LIVE RETURNS TO ATLANTA: Badges for Amsterdam may be sold out, but have no fear: Game Knights Live is warping into MagicCon Atlanta for an out-of-this-world Commander showdown! Don't miss the Greatest Show in the Multiverse. Set a course for adventure and grab your badge today at: https://www.tinyurl.com/MCAtlantaGKLive -------- BROOKLYN BEDDING: Ready to upgrade your sleep? Brooklyn Bedding has you covered! Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code COMMAND at https://Brooklynbedding.com SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz REDDIT: Reddit is where players gather! Download the Reddit app today and dive into r/MagicTCG for the latest gaming updates. -------- CARD KINGDOM: The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT: Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRA PRO: Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Reggie the Arcade: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reggiethearcade YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReggieTheArcade Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reggie.aka.arcade "The Fantastic Four" Precon Upgrade Deck List: https://archidekt.com/decks/23822254/cz0750fantastic_four_precon_upgrade -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Bluesky: @commandcast.bsky.social Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 23 · 1 hr 12 min
“Wakanda Forever” Precon Upgrade Guide | Marvel Super Heroes | 749
After rigorous testing in Shuri’s lab, we’ve engineered the perfect upgrade guide for “Wakanda Forever,” the new artifact-focused green and white Commander precon from Magic’s latest set, Marvel Super Heroes. We’ve got 10 new cards that are as strong as Vibranium, plus 10 you can slash to make room, all for under $50. Follow these tips and you’ll be bringing the beatdown with Black Panther every game. -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- GAME KNIGHTS LIVE RETURNS TO ATLANTA: Badges for Amsterdam may be sold out, but have no fear: Game Knights Live is warping into MagicCon Atlanta for an out-of-this-world Commander showdown! Don't miss the Greatest Show in the Multiverse. Set a course for adventure and grab your badge today at: https://www.tinyurl.com/MCAtlantaGKLive -------- BROOKLYN BEDDING: Ready to upgrade your sleep? Brooklyn Bedding has you covered! Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code COMMAND at https://Brooklynbedding.com SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz REDDIT: Reddit is where players gather! Download the Reddit app today and dive into r/MagicTCG for the latest gaming updates. -------- CARD KINGDOM: The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT: Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRA PRO: Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Jordan Pridgen: Twitter: @jordanpigeon Instagram: @jordanpridgen Bluesky: @jordanpigeon.bsky.social "Wakanda Forever" Precon Upgrade Deck List: https://archidekt.com/decks/23575583/cz_749_wakanda_forever_precon_upgrade -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Bluesky: @commandcast.bsky.social Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list -------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 18 · 1 hr 58 min
Marvel Super Heroes Most Powerful New Commanders | 748
Marvel Super Heroes is full of legendary creatures, but which ones are Magic’s Mightiest New Commanders? Today we’ve delved through hundreds of contenders to assemble an elite team of cards that can take down any table you throw at them. Come find out which heroes and villains made the cut and learn all the synergies, strategies, and hot tech you’ll need to superpower their decks. -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- GAME KNIGHTS LIVE RETURNS TO ATLANTA: Badges for Amsterdam may be sold out, but have no fear: Game Knights Live is warping into MagicCon Atlanta for an out-of-this-world Commander showdown! Don't miss the Greatest Show in the Multiverse. Set a course for adventure and grab your badge today at: https://www.tinyurl.com/MCAtlantaGKLive -------- SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz REDDIT: Reddit is where players gather! Download the Reddit app today and dive into r/MagicTCG for the latest gaming updates. FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free greens per box, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off -------- CARD KINGDOM: The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT: Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRA PRO: Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Auntie Blyte, Bad Influence EDHREC: https://edhrec.com/commanders/auntie-blyte-bad-influence ZachTheBold: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@zachthebold Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zachthebold/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachthebold?lang=en -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Bluesky: @commandcast.bsky.social Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 11 · 1 hr 10 min
“Doom Prevails" Precon Upgrade Guide | Marvel Super Heroes | 747
Sick of playing nice? Ready to make the “Doom Prevails” (blue/black/red) precon live up to its villainous name? Then you need our $50 upgrade guide for this conniving Commander deck from Marvel Super Heroes. We’ll bring you 10 evil additions to power up your pernicious deeds, and 10 cards to wipe off the face of the Earth, or at least cut from the deck. So next game night, your opponents will seek victory, but they will find only DOOM! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- GAME KNIGHTS LIVE RETURNS TO AMSTERDAM: Game Knights Live is flying to MagicCon Amsterdam for another MARVEL-ous Commander showdown. Don't miss the Greatest Show in the Multiverse! The convention’s approaching at super-speed, so grab your badges while you still can: https://mtg.social/mcamsGKL -------- FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free greens per box, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz RAYCON: Thanks Raycon for sponsoring! Get 15% off on Raycon products like the new Essential Open Earbuds at: https://www.buyraycon.com/commandopen -------- CARD KINGDOM: The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT: Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRA PRO: Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Gaurav Gulati: Bluesky: @gauravgulati.bsky.social "Doom Prevails" Precon Upgrade Deck List: https://archidekt.com/decks/23398304/cz747_doom_prevails_precon_upgrade Do This One Thing to Win More Games | How to Playtest | The Command Zone 596: https://youtu.be/swjL6prGShE?si=Tv9Ihd7trbjcZS2f -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Bluesky: @commandcast.bsky.social Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 8 · 1 hr 2 min
“Avengers Assemble” Full Deck Reveal + Upgrade | Marvel Super Heroes | 746
Don’t miss this EXCLUSIVE reveal of the “Avengers Assemble” (red/white/blue) precon from Marvel Super Heroes, featuring some of Magic’s mightiest new cards. We’ll be going through these exciting and powerful designs and breaking down the deck’s stats, synergies, and strategies. Then, stick around for our 10-card upgrade guide to make these heroes even mightier than they already are out-of-the-box! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- LINK TO FULL “AVENGERS ASSEMBLE” DECK LIST: https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/marvel-super-heroes-commander-decklists -------- GAME KNIGHTS LIVE RETURNS TO AMSTERDAM: Game Knights Live is flying to MagicCon Amsterdam for another MARVEL-ous Commander showdown. Don't miss the Greatest Show in the Multiverse! The convention’s approaching at super-speed, so grab your badges while you still can: https://mtg.social/mcamsGKL -------- FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free greens per box, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz RAYCON: Thanks Raycon for sponsoring! Get 15% off on Raycon products like the new Essential Open Earbuds at: https://www.buyraycon.com/commandopen -------- CARD KINGDOM: The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT: Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRA PRO: Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: The Preview Panel – MagicCon: Las Vegas 2026: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MuMXvB5vM98 WeeklyMTG | A Marvel Super Heroes Prologue with The Command Zone and Gabriel Luna: https://youtu.be/Z-Xnuym1wqY?si=Q0QfTZXZX0xri6FX -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Bluesky: @commandcast.bsky.social Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
June 3 · 1 hr 18 min
How to Play Commander | 745
Are you a new player just getting into Magic: The Gathering? Heard about Commander and want to know more? Welcome to The Command Zone, you’re in the right place! In this episode, we’re taking you through the basics of how to play MTG’s most popular and exciting format. We’ll give you the rundown on how the rules differ from normal Magic and lay out some of the social philosophies and gameplay conventions that make Commander so much fun. Are you as excited as we are? Let’s get started! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- RAYCON: Thanks Raycon for sponsoring! Get 15% off on Raycon products like the new Essential Open Earbuds at: https://www.buyraycon.com/commandopen SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz REDDIT: Reddit is where players gather! Download the Reddit app today and dive into r/MagicTCG for the latest gaming updates. -------- CARD KINGDOM: The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT: Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRA PRO: Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Learn to Play Magic: The Gathering | Presented by The Command Zone: https://youtu.be/pISs64CG6Tg?si=3QHhlHiVtCQ0tfLu Magic: The Gathering Arena: https://magic.wizards.com/en/mtgarena Commander Deckbuilding Template for the New Era | The Command Zone 658: https://youtu.be/OSNV6224cHg?si=0ew2a2vLSo1nFfPQ The New, NEW Commander Brackets | The Command Zone 705: https://youtu.be/l-fyZMOHJsU?si=J-gr8FSllJa2koye BANNED AND RESTRICTED LISTS: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list Tolarian Community College: https://www.youtube.com/@TolarianCommunityCollege Commander At Home: https://www.youtube.com/@commanderathome Secrets of Strixhaven w/ Dannyphantom.exe | Game Knights 85: https://youtu.be/bw9E_BZ9jHw?si=dG3TCdujrPnIvdsP TMNT w/ Jarvis Johnson | Game Knights 84: https://youtu.be/edT3KiM67z0?si=7fsySXI4bmUYV8Kh Lorwyn Eclipsed w/ Gabriel Luna | Game Knights 83: https://youtu.be/lNtqI3r4xiE?si=Pkn66QRczow7Rdyh -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Bluesky: @commandcast.bsky.social Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 28 · 1 hr 35 min
Cards We Were Wrong About | 744
When sets come out, we do our best to predict precisely how good and/or powerful each new card will be. Unfortunately, card evaluation is hard and sometimes we get it WRONG. This episode, we’re looking back at all the cards we underestimated, overestimated, or just missed altogether. Through this process of analyzing our past analysis, we can (hopefully) get better at evaluating cards in the future. You know what they say: Hindsight is a lot like Marit Lage. -------- SUPPORT OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- REDDIT: Reddit is where players gather! Download the Reddit app today and dive into r/MagicTCG for the latest gaming updates. RAYCON: Thanks Raycon for sponsoring! Get 15% off on Raycon products like the new Essential Open Earbuds at: https://www.buyraycon.com/commandopen SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz -------- CARD KINGDOM: The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT: Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRA PRO: Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: The Best Cards (In the 99) - March of the Machine | The Command Zone 529: https://youtu.be/J3ADtaBWX68?si=JhRUDwawUkrPIKog Compleated Commanders - March of the Machine | The Command Zone 533: https://youtu.be/gaJ_2gyLbC4?si=M_zQg-b0fu1bapPo We Rank the MDFCs in MH3 | The Command Zone 615: https://youtu.be/-hvdCNLnfo8?si=kCJikt4os5J6lzSq Foundations' Best Cards (In the 99) | The Command Zone 640: https://youtu.be/fA6LwoKDq6s?si=wbuSK9TKcSLu3pbU Tarkir: Dragonstorm’s Best Cards (In the 99) | The Command Zone 669: https://youtu.be/rBlD6rkZpHs?si=f9AafxudBWlsRwfG The Best Final Fantasy Cards (In the 99) | The Command Zone 679: https://youtu.be/tLncdhJj5jw?si=icd_fROirshTpEXZ Edge of Eternities’s Best Cards (In the 99) | The Command Zone 688: https://youtu.be/eMmY2at6oL8?si=ajsxgMLJe4qnnNFn -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Bluesky: @commandcast.bsky.social Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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