The Command Zone

From the depths of the Blind Eternities, the Eldrazi monstrosities spill forth, bringing unspeakable destruction in their wake. Now that unspeakable destruction can be yours with our upgrade guide for the colorless “Eldrazi Unbound” precon from Commander Masters! And who better to upgrade the deck than returning guest and Eldrazi expert Ashlen Rose! She’ll bring you 10 cards to devour and 10 to br...

Commander Masters may be mostly reprints, but the precons are loaded up with new toys for your next deck! But which ones are you going to see in the wild? This episode Rachel and Jordan go over all the new cards you need to know from Commander Masters. We’ll cover the best and the worst, giving you the inside scoop on all the strategies and synergies you’ll want to take advantage of on the battlef...

If you live for the Sliver, Commander Masters has you covered! This episode Jordan and Rachel sit down to upgrade the new 5-color “Sliver Swarm” precon deck. With a $50 budget, they’ll suggest 10 cards to join the hive, and 10 to cut out of the gene pool. Can craft the perfect hoard of mega slivers and be the terror of your table! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our com...

Want to party like a planeswalker? Have we got a deck for you! This episode, editor Damen Lenz joins Rachel to bring you our $50 upgrade guide for the new Jeskai (RWU) “Planeswalker Party” precon deck from Commander Masters. They’ll pick out 10 cards that spark joy, and 10 to cast off into the blind eternities to help you put the “Super” back in Super Friends! -------- Support the show and become...

It’s time to exhume some enchantments and send your opponents to the underworld! This episode, we’re revealing the new Abzan (WBG) precon deck from Commander Masters, “Enduring Enchantments.” We’ll break down the stats and examine all ten brand new cards – including 2 new legends – to see if the stars have aligned to create any new format staples. Plus, don’t miss the reprint value and synergy dis...

White has gone from being considered Commander’s weakest monocolor option to a top-tier option. But even with a strong card pool, you have to know how to wield it. So our wonderful mono-white expert Rachel Weeks is here to show you how to make it shine. We’ll cover its strengths and weaknesses, then get into the nuts and bolts of how to build a winning white deck and pilot it to victory. Don’t mis...

Middle Earth is full of brand new Commanders, and many of them come with a built-in plan. But for others, the brewin’ takes some doin’. So we’re breaking down the most interesting legends in Magic’s new Lord of the Rings set – the ones that might lead to strategies we’ve never seen before. Come see if these cool and crazy characters inspire you to make something new! -------- Support the show and...

The “Riders of Rohan” deck calls for aid, and we shall answer! This episode, we’re doing a $50 upgrade for the red, white, and blue human-themed Commander precon from The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth. Come see which 10 cards got recruited to join the fight and which 10 were deemed unfit for battle. The beacons are lit and so is this episode – don’t miss it! -------- Support the show an...

Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth is loaded with flavor, and we don’t just mean Second Breakfast! This episode, Rachel and Jordan dish out the legends that truly bring Tolkien’s epic story to life in cardboard. They’ll be tossing some spicy book quotes and lore tidbits into the stew, along with all the hearty strategy and synergy discussion you crave. Get ready to dig in! -------- Support t...

While Middle-earth is full of iconic legends, Magic’s new Lord of the Rings set boasts plenty of precious cards for the 99 of your decks. This episode, we’re breaking down the new tech you’ll want to amass for your collection. What new staples could the Shire be hiding? Which must-have cards lurk at the base of Mt. Doom? And just how good is The One Ring? Come journey with us to find out!   ------...

One does not simply play “Hosts of Mordor” out of the box. So here’s our budget upgrade guide for the blue, black, and red precon from Magic’s latest set, The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle Earth. We’ve got 10 cards to add and 10 to remove in order to maximize this deck’s villainous powers. That way it’ll be able to compete at more Uruk-HAI-powered tables. Don’t miss it! -------- Support the s...

The votes are in, the people want more power! We’re bringing it to you with our $50 upgrade guide for the “Elven Council” The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-Earth precon. Our esteemed panel of Jake Boss has nominated 10 cards to add and 10 to remove so you can send your elves to war with the strength of Valinor behind them! Tune in and check it out, the fate of Middle-earth DEPENDS on it! ----...

In The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle Earth, Magic gets a brand new mechanic: The Ring tempts you. But is the ring powerful enough to make an impact in Commander? This episode, we break down The Ring’s rules and highlight the cards that use it best—including some powerful new Commanders. So give in to the call of The Command Zone and see which cards might shake up your next game night. -------...

Hungry for a higher-powered Commander deck? Come chow down on our $50 upgrade guide for “Food and Fellowship,” the white, black, and green precon from Magic’s latest set, The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle Earth. We’ve got a 10-course menu of cards that’ll spice up your list, plus a compost pile of 10 cards to remove. Find out which hungry, hungry hobbits we think you should start in the comma...

Show Notes: Many new legends were forged in The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle Earth. But which will emerge to rule them all? This episode, we’re breaking down the most powerful commanders from Magic’s latest set to show you the combos and synergies that will make them the bane of your fellowship. Who will you side with? The heroes, the villains, or whatever Tom Bombadil is? Come watch and fin...

Show Notes: The horn is sounded and the “Riders of Rohan” will answer! This episode, we’re revealing the full blue, red, and white preconstructed Commander deck from The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle Earth. Witness the power of humanity as we break down the brand new cards—including loads of legendary creatures—plus tons of great reprints with spectacular LoTR-themed art. Forth Eorlingas!  --...

Do you want to be a brilliant brewer like Rachel Weeks? Well this episode is a great place to start. Rachel is doing a mini deck-tech and ranking for every list in her collection. Come see the cornerstone cards that make them tick, plus the weird includes that make them a blast to play. Which decks will emerge as top tier and which are on the chopping block? Watch and find out. -------- Support th...

Show Notes: Do you want to make “Red Deck Wins” a reality at your next commander night? Well your brew is only half the battle! You also need to know how to play it! In this episode, our resident red deck expert, Jimmy Wong, walks you through taking advantage of red’s explosive potential and shoring up its shortcomings. Don’t get burned the next time you go aggro. -------- Support the show and bec...

The debate is on! Sol Ring may be the most played card in commander, but it’s also one of the most controversial! This episode, our panel of experts sits down to discuss the merits of Sol Ring in the commander format. Is it too good? Does it make games better or worse? What would Commander look like without it? And the greatest question of them all, should it be banned? Find out in this episode of...

Show Notes: No Phyrexian invasion would be complete without some legends becoming compleat. This episode, we’re breaking down these transforming terrors from March of the Machine. We’ll tell you how to make these two-faced Commanders tick, showing off the combos and synergies that’ll let you take over your next Commander night.  -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our commu...

Do you want to achieve god-like power in your next Commander deck without needing to pass around a collection plate? We’ve got you covered with our budget upgrade guide for the “Divine Convocation” March of the Machine (white, blue, and red) precon deck. We added ten cards in, took ten cards out, all for ten bucks. With this no-frills upgrade, you’ll be feeling all-powerful in no time! -------- Su...

Show Notes: Give your friends a knight to remember with some help from our “Cavalry Charge” super budget upgrade guide. We’ve taken the white, blue, & black Commander precon from March of the Machine and detailed 10 cards to saddle up (for under $10) and 10 to send back to the stables in order to get this deck in jousting shape for any level of competition. -------- Support the show and become a P...

In the wake of brutal war, the multiverse must rebuild. Kingdoms have been shattered, planeswalkers have been desparked, and sweet new cards have been released! March of the Machine: Aftermath might be a much smaller set than usual, but it’s still got plenty of new toys for Commander! In this episode, we’ll go over all the most notable legends and spells you won’t want to miss. Math may be for blo...

March of the Machine is full of legendary characters from across the multiverse, but what about the other spells and soldiers that are backing them up? Today, we’re going through Magic’s latest set to break down which cards are worthy of going in the 99. How will the all-new Battles stack up in battle? Will anything emerge as a must-have format staple? Tune in and find out. -------- Support the sh...

Do you find yourself alone on the budget battlefield, fighting to make a great deck without spending too much money? Don’t worry, we’ve got your back! We’re bringing you everything you need with our budget upgrade guide for the R/W/G “Call for Backup” preconstructed deck. We’ll show you our 10 card adjustment for only 10 bucks to move this deck from the back of your shelf to the front of your batt...