The Command Zone

Just because you love Commander doesn’t mean there aren’t some legends you loathe playing against. This episode, we’re bringing out the team to share the creatures we hate seeing in our opponents’ command zones. Come find out our picks and get the inside scoop on which decks have become the scourges of the CZ office! Sparks will fly, so don’t miss it.  -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- “GO TO COMBAT” PLAYMAT:  Time is running out! Get your hands on the new Game Knights playmat before the Kickstarter ends. This beautiful playmat, which depicts knights in the heat of strategic planning, is the perfect way to show-off your support of Game Knights at your next game night. Follow the link and order yours before it’s too late: http://bit.ly/GoToCombat -------- MINT MOBILE: Get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE! Go to https://www.mintmobile.com/command. INDEED: Need to hire? You need Indeed! Check out the platform where you can attract, interview, and hire all in one place at https://www.indeed.com/commandzone  SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Go to https://www.shopify.com/tcz to start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today.  -------- 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!  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  ULTRAPRO: Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their PRO GLOSS eclipse sleeves and super classy MYTHIC COLLECTION deck boxes. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Extra Turns 33: https://youtu.be/oD4lfJeKGGE?feature=shared  Jamie Block: Twitter: @Jamblock IG: @Benjamiela Gabriel Pozos: Twitter: @ImabrielG IG: @gabepozos93 Damen Lenz: Twitter: @DamenLenz Craig Blanchette: Twitter: @CraigBlanchette IG: @MrInfectMTG Jake Boss: Twitter: @JakeBossMTG IG: @JakeBossMTG Joshua Murphy: Twitter: @alsonamedjosh IG: @alsonamedjosh Jordan Pridgen: Twitter: @JordanPigeon IG: @Jordanpridgen -------- Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast 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://mtgcommander.net/ -------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

26 Syys 20231h 26min

Properly reading a Magic card, and then translating that into an understanding of how it actually functions, is much more difficult than it sounds. Even veteran players mess it up all the time. This episode, we’ll teach you how to navigate the minutiae of rules text templating so you can better grasp what your cards actually do. -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- “GO TO COMBAT” PLAYMAT:  This beautiful playmat, which depicts knights in the heat of strategic planning, is the perfect way to show-off your support of Game Knights at your next game night. Order here: http://bit.ly/GoToCombat -------- GAME KNIGHTS LIVE - LAS VEGAS: Don’t miss your favorite gameplay show on the Main Stage at MagicCon Las Vegas! Watch champions Jimmy, Josh, Rachel, and Kathleen De Vere face off in an epic Commander battle for the grand championship trophy.  Tickets and badge info here: https://purchase.growtix.com/eh/Magic_2023_Las_Vegas -------- FACTOR: Eat clean 24/7 with fresh prepared meals from Factor! Head to https://www.factormeals.com/command50 and use code command50 to get 50% off your first box. INDEED: Need to hire? You need Indeed! Check out the platform where you can attract, interview, and hire all in one place at https://www.indeed.com/commandzone  SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Go to https://www.shopify.com/tcz to start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today.  -------- 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  ULTRAPRO: Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their PRO GLOSS eclipse sleeves and super classy MYTHIC COLLECTION deck boxes. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.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!  -------- Relevant Links: Josh “Murph” Murphy: Twitter: @alsonamedjosh IG: @alsonamedjosh Learn to Play Magic: The Gathering | Presented by The Command Zone: https://youtu.be/pISs64CG6Tg?feature=shared Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty with Post Malone! l Game Knights 51: https://youtu.be/zJIKljeQK88?feature=shared Rules Magic Players Keep Getting Wrong | The Command Zone 521: https://youtu.be/ShTFssyDRio?feature=shared Wilds of Eldraine Commanders You HAVE to Build | The Command Zone 555: https://youtu.be/1DXu-QRjL4c?feature=shared Wilds of Eldraine with Brian Kibler | Game Knights 64: https://youtu.be/sEtsQptedKA?feature=shared -------- THE END STEP: 5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Buying a Dreamcast: https://youtu.be/GG-KQmVYljM?feature=shared -------- Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast 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://mtgcommander.net/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

19 Syys 20231h 37min

With all the new cards from Wilds of Eldraine, you’re probably feeling like Goldilocks, wondering which ones are “just right” for your next deck! This episode we’ll go over all the cards you need to know for the 99 from Magic’s newest set. Find out which cards we think will be inspiring stories from years to come. Stories of VICTORY that is! -------- “GO TO COMBAT” PLAYMAT:  Time is running out! Get your hands on the new Game Knights Playmat before the Kickstarter ends: http://bit.ly/GoToCombat -------- AUDITION FOR GAME KNIGHTS: Think you have what it takes to become a Game Knight? Then don’t miss your chance to audition for a spot on the show! If selected, we’ll fly you out to sunny Los Angeles, California to meet the Command Zone crew, get knighted, and show off your Commander chops as a special guest! Click details plus rules and restrictions: https://commandzone.com/audition/ -------- GAME KNIGHTS LIVE - LAS VEGAS: Don’t miss your favorite gameplay show on the Main Stage at MagicCon Las Vegas! Watch champions Jimmy, JLK, Rachel, and Kathleen De Vere face off in an epic Commander battle for the championship trophy.  Tickets and badge info here: https://purchase.growtix.com/eh/Magic_2023_Las_Vegas -------- FACTOR: Eat clean 24/7 with fresh prepared meals from Factor! Head to https://www.factormeals.com/command50 and use code command50 to get 50% off your first box. INDEED: Need to hire? You need Indeed! Check out the platform where you can attract, interview, and hire all in one place at https://www.indeed.com/commandzone  RAYCON: Raycon is having their annual back to school sale. For a limited time only, go to https://www.buyraycon.com/command TODAY to get 20% off sitewide, plus free shipping!  EBAY: In a world full of fakes, it’s time to get real with the ebay Authenticity Guarantee. Visit https://www.ebay.com/ for terms. -------- 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!  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 here: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command  ULTRAPRO: Be sure to check out their PRO GLOSS eclipse sleeves and super classy MYTHIC COLLECTION deck boxes. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Sheldon Memorial: https://www.weremember.com/sheldon-menery/6w3o/memories Wilds of Eldraine Commanders That Will Test Your Skills | The Command Zone 557: https://youtu.be/XSqsxRT4NVU?feature=shared Las Vegas Slumber Party: https://www.mtgfestivals.com/global/en-us/magiccon-news/The-MagicCon-Las-Vegas-Slumber-Party.html Bad Magic Cards (We Play Them Anyway) | The Command Zone 517: https://youtu.be/iSfD_dI9SQc?feature=shared Commander Legends | Game Knights 40: https://youtu.be/latDzZF5yFE?feature=shared Dark Pact Cosplay Socials: Twitter: @DarkPactCosplay IG: @darkpactcosplay Wilds of Eldraine | Game Knights 64: https://youtu.be/sEtsQptedKA?feature=shared -------- Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast 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://mtgcommander.net/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

12 Syys 20232h 29min

Faeries may be small, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t fierce! With our $50 upgrade guide for the new blue and black “Fae Dominion” preconstructed deck from Wilds of Eldraine, you’ll be ready to trick and trap your playgroup. Rachel and Damen go over the 10 cards to conjure up and 10 to (pixie) cut to make sure your opponents really believe in faeries. AND FEAR THEM! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- AUDITION FOR GAME KNIGHTS: Think you have what it takes to become a Game Knight? Then don’t miss your chance to audition for a spot on the show! If selected, we’ll fly you out to sunny Los Angeles, California to meet the Command Zone crew, get knighted, and show off your Commander chops as a special guest! For details on how to enter, plus rules and restrictions, follow the link: https://commandzone.com/audition/ -------- INDEED: Need to hire? You need Indeed! Check out the platform where you can attract, interview, and hire all in one place at https://www.indeed.com/commandzone  EBAY: In a world full of fakes, it’s time to get real with the ebay Authenticity Guarantee. Visit https://www.ebay.com/ for terms. -------- 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!  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  ULTRAPRO: Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their PRO GLOSS eclipse sleeves and super classy MYTHIC COLLECTION deck boxes. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Damen Lenz Twitter: @DamenLenz Wilds of Eldraine Commanders You HAVE to Build | The Command Zone 555: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1DXu-QRjL4c  “Virtue and Valor” Wilds of Eldraine Precon Upgrade Guide | The Command Zone 556: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p7bqTM3yAPI  -------- THE END STEP: Unstable Unicorns  https://www.unstablegames.com/collections/unstable-unicorns -------- Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast 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://mtgcommander.net/ -------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

4 Syys 20231h 6min

Not looking to cruise through your brews? Sometimes the most rewarding decks are the ones you have to really work for. So today, we’re covering the toughest Commanders to crack from Wilds of Eldraine and sharing our favorite tech to help you get started on your next brewing challenge. The journey may be perilous, but the rewards are well worth it. Are you up to the task? -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- AUDITION FOR GAME KNIGHTS: Think you have what it takes to become a Game Knight? Then don’t miss your chance to audition for a spot on the show! If selected, we’ll fly you out to sunny Los Angeles, California to meet the Command Zone crew, get knighted, and show off your Commander chops as a special guest! For details on how to enter, plus rules and restrictions, follow the link: https://commandzone.com/audition/ -------- MINT MOBILE: Get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE! Go to https://www.mintmobile.com/command. INDEED: Need to hire? You need Indeed! Check out the platform where you can attract, interview, and hire all in one place at https://www.indeed.com/commandzone  -------- 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!  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  ULTRAPRO: Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their PRO GLOSS eclipse sleeves and super classy MYTHIC COLLECTION deck boxes. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Magali Villeneuve: Twitter: @Cathaoir1 IG: @magali_villeneuve Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/MagaliVilleneuve  Website: http://www.magali-villeneuve.com/  Most BUSTED New Cards from CMM | The Command Zone 550: https://youtu.be/lut1vHn4FxA?feature=shared  “Eldrazi Unbound” Commander Masters Precon Upgrade Guide | The Command Zone 551: https://youtu.be/-xHia4igdVM?feature=shared  Brian Kibler: Twitter: @bmkibler Instagram: @bmkibler Game Knights Live: MagicCon Philadelphia: https://youtu.be/yxmGTTa7WAk?feature=shared   Wilds of Eldraine Commanders You HAVE to Build | The Command Zone 555: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1DXu-QRjL4c -------- Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast 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://mtgcommander.net/ -------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

31 Elo 20232h 7min

It’s time for enchantments to prove their mettle with the new White/Green Virtue and Valor Commander precon deck from Wilds of Eldraine! This episode, Rachel and Jordan bring you our $50 upgrade guide, picking 10 cards that should play a role in the deck, and 10 worth disenchanting. By the end, you’ll have everything you need to make sure Virtue + Valor = Victory! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- AUDITION FOR GAME KNIGHTS: Think you have what it takes to become a Game Knight? Then don’t miss your chance to audition for a spot on the show! If selected, we’ll fly you out to sunny Los Angeles, California to meet the Command Zone crew, get knighted, and show off your Commander chops as a special guest! For details on how to enter, plus rules and restrictions, follow the link: https://commandzone.com/audition/ -------- MINT MOBILE: Get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE! Go to https://www.mintmobile.com/command. INDEED: Need to hire? You need Indeed! Check out the platform where you can attract, interview, and hire all in one place at https://www.indeed.com/commandzone  -------- 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!  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  ULTRAPRO: Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their PRO GLOSS eclipse sleeves and super classy MYTHIC COLLECTION deck boxes. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Jordan Pridgen Twitter: @JordanPigeon  IG: @jordanpridgen -------- THE END STEP: Baldur's Gate 3 https://baldursgate3.game/  -------- Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast 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://mtgcommander.net/ -------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

29 Elo 202358min

Magic’s latest set is full of fearsome fairy-tale legends, but which storybook slugger actually packs the most punch? This episode, we’re listing off the most powerful Commanders from Wilds of Eldraine. We’ll break down the synergies and strategies for each of these hard-hitting heroes and villains, so you can be sure your next game night will have a happy ending… for you!  -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- AUDITION FOR GAME KNIGHTS: Think you have what it takes to become a Game Knight? Then don’t miss your chance to audition for a spot on the show! If selected, we’ll fly you out to sunny Los Angeles, California to meet the Command Zone crew, get knighted, and show off your Commander chops as a special guest! For details on how to enter, plus rules and restrictions, follow the link: https://commandzone.com/audition/ -------- INDEED: Need to hire? You need Indeed! Check out the platform where you can attract, interview, and hire all in one place at https://www.indeed.com/commandzone  RAYCON: RayCon wireless earbuds look, feel, and sound better than ever! Visit https://www.buyraycon.com/command to save 15 % on your entire order for a limited time!  -------- 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!  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  ULTRAPRO: Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their PRO GLOSS eclipse sleeves and super classy MYTHIC COLLECTION deck boxes. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Talion, The Kindly Lord - Which Number is Correct? | The Command Zone  https://youtu.be/WwXvywObUW4?feature=shared  “Fae Dominion” Full Deck Reveal - Wilds of Eldraine | The Command Zone 554 https://youtu.be/-bY4zxb_U3Q?feature=shared  New Ravnica Allegiance Commanders | Game Knights 23 https://youtu.be/95_qDsC-C3c?feature=shared  -------- Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast 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://mtgcommander.net/ -------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

25 Elo 20231h 45min

Wilds of Eldraine is just around the corner, and we’re FAERIE excited to reveal one of the brand new precons! That’s right, this episode we’re revealing the full decklist for the blue and black “Fae Dominion” Commander deck. With 10 new cards full of mayhem and mischief, including two exciting, new legends, this precon packs a pretty powerful pixie punch. Don’t miss it!  -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- “Fae Dominion” Decklist: https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/wilds-of-eldraine-commander-decklists -------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

23 Elo 202353min