The Command Zone

Show Notes: Get ready to taste the "Painbow" as we unveil this five-color Dominaria United preconstructed Commander deck. We'll dive deep into the ten brand new cards, including both of the colorful legends who could helm this vibrant deck. Plus we break down the reprints, deck value, stats, and more. The only gold at the end of this Painbow is victory... and gold cards, lots and lots of gold card...

From the football field to the battlefield, Cassius Marsh is always a competitive player. This episode, we bring him on to talk about how he got into the Magic community, the story behind his store (Cash Cards Unlimited), and the HUGE cEDH tournament he’s sponsoring in September… with a Black Lotus on the line! Missing this episode would be a major fumble!  ---------- Support the show and become a...

Show Notes: Magic is a game, and games are supposed to be fun, right? But everyone’s got cards that rub them the wrong way, cards that make you – in gamer terms – salty! This episode we go over our personal list of cards that get us riled up, whether they’re land destruction, stax pieces, or just plain overcomplicated. The salt is about to flow, so join us and see how our list compares to yours! ...

Having a collection of Commander staples – love ’em or hate ’em – can make the deck-brewing process much less overwhelming. Things like ramp, removal, and card draw are essentials, but which ones should you always have on hand? This episode, we’re laying out the must-haves for any deck-builder’s arsenal, so join us and see what cards could enhance your EDH toolbox. ---------- Take your shot to pla...

There’s a whole world of 1-drops out there. Ramp and removal, tutors and counters – if you play your cards right, one mana can do it all! This episode, we’re helping you win big by thinking small as we break down the best 1-drops the format has to offer. Besides that pesky Sol Ring, of course. Check it out and up your game! ---------- Take your shot to play Commander one-on-one vs POST MALONE for...

Magic’s “Masters” sets are always packing powerful reprints, and Double Masters 2022 is no exception. But how does it stack up against its impressive predecessors? This episode, we break out the calculators to crunch the numbers and compare the value of Double Masters 2022 to reprint sets of the past. Will it take the top spot? Tune in and find out. ---------- Support the show and become a Patron!...

Show Notes: If you’ve played Commander for a while, you probably know a lot of the staples. But with so many cards legal in the format, it’s easy to miss some real bangers! This episode, we’re digging through the deep dark caverns of lost and forgotten cards. Searching for the rare and powerful, obscure and underrated hidden gems that can make your deck really shine! ---------- Support the show an...

Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! http://www.patreon.com/commandzone ----------  Show Notes: We're confident you won't dissent with our budget upgrade guide for "Draconic Dissent." This episode, editor Gaurav Gulati joins us to stoke the flames of this Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur's gate precon. Come see the 10 cards he's a...

Show Notes: The Summer of CommandFest is in full swing, and if you’re heading to a big live Magic event you’ve gotta be prepared! So this episode, we’re laying out the tips and tricks you need to know to make the most out of your next Magic gathering. ---------- Give Wizards of the Coast your feedback about the Commander format! Click the link and take the survey: https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/69...

Show Notes: Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur’s Gate is teeming with splashy, powerful cards designed specifically for our favorite format! This episode, we’ve taken the initiative and sorted through the set to find cards that will shine in your 99. See which spells you should be prepping to cast and which might be a waste of a slot! ---------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of...

Show Notes: The “Party Time” deck don’t start until Ashlen Rose walks in to present you with this official Baldur’s Gate precon budget upgrade guide! This episode, we lay out the 10 cards you should invite (for under $30), and 10 you can kick off the guest list, to make this deck compete on any game table or dance floor! ---------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community,...

Show Notes: Avast, scallywags! Here be the budget upgrade guide for “Mind Flayarrrs” of the Commander Legends: Baldur’s Gate precons. This episode, Josh “Murph” Murphy joins us to lay out 10 cards to bring on-deck (for under $30), and 10 to make walk the plank, so this deck will be a Horror for any opponent to face! ---------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, recei...

Show Notes: In Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur’s Gate, the mono-colored commanders bring their checkered pasts to your future decks. This episode, Jimmy and JLK break down the new “Choose a Background” mechanic. Come hear our picks for the best possible combinations as we explore the myriad of strategies each pairing can create. There's a whole lot to cover, you don't want to miss it! -------...

Show Notes: Return, banished ones, and behold our budget upgrade guide for the “Exit From Exile” Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur’s Gate preconstructed deck. This episode, Jake Boss joins Jimmy to lay out 10 cards that should enter (for under $30) and 10 you can exile for good to make the deck emerge victorious! ---------- COMMANDFEST LAS VEGAS: Look out CommandFest Las Vegas, The Command Zone...

Show Notes: There are more multicolored characters in Baldur’s Gate than you can shake an immovable rod at! In this “Part 2” episode Jimmy and Murph finish their rundown of the new multicolored commanders from Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur’s Gate. Join us as we venture into the synergies and strategies that will help them reach their max levels. ---------- COMMANDFEST LAS VEGAS: Look out Co...

Let’s get this party started! It’s time to reveal the full list for the new Battle for Baldur’s Gate preconstructed “Party Time” Commander deck! We’re showing off the 10 brand-new cards, including 2 legendary creatures, and a never-before-seen “background.” Plus we break down the reprints, deck value, stats, and more. Trust us, this is one party you don’t wanna miss. ---------- Support the show an...

Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! http://www.patreon.com/commandzone ----------  Show Notes: Baldur’s Gate is full of colorful D&D characters, some of them even… multicolorful! But which of these legends should you put at the head of your next Commander deck? In this “Part 1” episode Jimmy and Josh “Murph” Murphy break down the new...

Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! http://www.patreon.com/commandzone ----------  Show Notes: Whether you own thousands of cards or just one deck organizing a Magic collection can seem like an overwhelming task. This episode, Jimmy is joined by members of the Command Zone team to break down the methodologies of managing your cards....

This episode is sponsored by Wizards of the Coast. Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! http://www.patreon.com/commandzone ----------  Show Notes: This is the upload of a live episode that we recorded on 05/10/22: Jimmy and JLK are on the front lines of the Battle for Baldur’s Gate as they show off our EXCLUSIVE early preview card fro...

Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! http://www.patreon.com/commandzone ----------  Show Notes: From beginners to experts, every Magic player makes mistakes. But there are some cards out there that trip people up more than others. This episode, Jimmy and JLK go through some of the cards you're likely playing wrong. Whether it's a stra...

Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! http://www.patreon.com/commandzone ----------  Show Notes: Ready for some rough-and-tumble preconstructed destruction? It’s time for our “Riveteer Rampage” Streets of New Cappena budget precon upgrade guide. Truc Thai joins us to break down the 10 cards to add and 10 to tear out (For around $30), s...

Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! http://www.patreon.com/commandzone ----------  Show Notes: Come see what the Obscura do in the shadows (and how they could do it better) in our budget upgrade guide for “Obscura Oculus” from the New Capenna Commander precons. This episode, Ashlen Rose joins Jimmy to lay out 10 cards to sneak in (fo...

Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! http://www.patreon.com/commandzone ----------  Show Notes: New Capenna is home to all sorts of shady characters and criminal dealings, but it’s also got hundreds of cards contending for slots in your Commander decks. This episode, we scope out the set to see what new tech is worth nabbing and what...

Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! http://www.patreon.com/commandzone ----------  Show Notes: May it please the court: We present as Exhibit A this official budget upgrade guide for the “Bedecked Brokers” Streets of New Capenna Commander precon. This episode, editor Arthur Meadowcroft joins Jimmy to make his case for the 10 cards to...

This episode is sponsored by Wizards of the Coast. Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! http://www.patreon.com/commandzone ----------  Show Notes: This is the upload of a live episode originally recorded on 04/20/22: Jimmy and JLK are joined by special guest POST MALONE to discuss their picks for Top Cards from the Streets of New Cape...