We Rank Every Precon from 2024 | 645

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 Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE: If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FNM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store! -------- 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. 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! HONEY: It’s the FREE browser extension that scours the internet for promo codes and automatically applies the best one available at checkout. Get it for free today at http://www.joinHoney.com/commandzone  -------- 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 “Buckle Up” Budget Upgrade Guide - Neon Dynasty | Command Zone 448  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VbH8dii3jw0  The End Step: MrBallen Twitter: @MrBallen https://www.youtube.com/@MrBallen/featured  -------- 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

10 Maj 20231h 3min

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 blockers, but Aftermath is for everyone! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE: If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FNM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store! -------- HONEY: It’s the FREE browser extension that scours the internet for promo codes and automatically applies the best one available at checkout. Get it for free today at http://www.joinHoney.com/commandzone  LIQUID IV:   Hydrate two times faster than water alone with Liquid IV! Get 20% off when you go to LiquidIV.com and use code COMMAND at checkout. -------- 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: Craig Blanchette Twitter: @craigblanchette Bridgerton https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8740790/  Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2906216/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0_tt_8_nm_0_q_dungeons%2520  Scryfall: https://scryfall.com/  -------- 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 Maj 20231h 57min

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 show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE: If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FNM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store! -------- HONEY: It’s the FREE browser extension that scours the internet for promo codes and automatically applies the best one available at checkout. Get it for free today at http://www.joinHoney.com/commandzone  LIQUID IV:   Hydrate two times faster than water alone with Liquid IV! Get 20% off when you go to LiquidIV.com and use code COMMAND at checkout. -------- 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: March of the Machine - Team Up Commanders (Part 1) | The Command Zone 523: https://youtu.be/AgsbvCiFnvg  Jean-Emmanuel Depraz vs Yuta Takahashi | Title Match | World Championship XXVII:  https://youtu.be/B3TvhwnI1GY  Yuta Takahashi Twitter: @Vendilion Joshua Raphael  Twitter: @jsraphael57 Fan vs Game Knights | Episode 24: https://youtu.be/bG4h_C9eUHg  -------- 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

2 Maj 20232h 11min

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 battlefield. -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE: If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FNM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store! -------- LIQUID IV:   Hydrate two times faster than water alone with Liquid IV! Get 20% off when you go to LiquidIV.com and use code COMMAND at checkout. 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. HONEY: It’s the FREE browser extension that scours the internet for promo codes and automatically applies the best one available at checkout. Get it for free today at http://www.joinHoney.com/commandzone  -------- 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: Ladee Danger Twitter: @Brttnymchlle IG: @theladeedanger End Step: Belly Dancing: https://youtu.be/ujK2Iyfotmo  SoCal Ren Faire: https://renfair.com/socal/  -------- 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 Apr 202356min

Love to tinker with your decks, but don’t love spending too much moolah? Well our $10 budget upgrade guide for the new green/blue/red “Tinker Time” March of the Machine preconstructed deck is made just for you! We’ll give you our 10-card tweak to start you on the path toward calibrating your deck into a well-oiled victory machine!  -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- Want to work with The Command Zone as a Freelance Writer or Video Editor? Click the links for more info:  https://commandzone.com/freelance-writers-needed/ https://commandzone.com/freelance-video-editors-needed/ -------- OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE: If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FNM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store! -------- 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. 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! LIQUID IV:  Hydrate two times faster than water alone with Liquid IV! get 20% off when you go to LiquidIV.com and use code COMMAND at checkout. -------- 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: Jake Boss: Twitter: @JakeBossMTG IG: @jakebossmtg Brewing Brudiclad – C18 Deck Tech l The Command Zone 226: https://youtu.be/TVyZdOst3Wk  DJ Twitter: @jumbocommander IG: @jumbocommander Extra Turns #03 w/ Mark Rosewater & Evan from Make-A-Wish: https://youtu.be/oRYaOKJmMlw  Gaurav Gulati Twitter: @DoubleGXG IG: @doublegxg 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

17 Apr 202359min

Good guys? Sure, they’re nice. But this episode isn’t for them. This one’s for the bad guys! Today we’re tackling the meanest of the mean from March of the Machine with the Phyrexian praetors! We’ll go over all five new praetor cards, covering both the front and back sides of these uniquely designed, powerful new legends. We’ll bring you the low-down on all the synergies and strategies you’ll need to lead a Phyrexian invasion all your own! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- Want to work with The Command Zone as a Freelance Writer or Video Editor? Click the links for more info:  https://commandzone.com/freelance-writers-needed/ https://commandzone.com/freelance-video-editors-needed/ -------- OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE: If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FNM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store! -------- 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  HONEY: It’s the FREE browser extension that scours the internet for promo codes and automatically applies the best one available at checkout. Get it for free today at http://www.joinHoney.com/commandzone  -------- 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 Dominaria United | Game Knights 56: https://youtu.be/X__qapQRP50  Graham Stark Twitter: @Graham_LRR IG: @graham_lrr Kathleen De Vere Twitter: @Kathleen_LRR Modern Horizons Commander w/ LoadingReadyRun | Game Knights 27: https://youtu.be/elOZ2EnWlCM  MagicCon Minneapolis: https://magic.gg/news/magiccon-takes-minneapolis  -------- 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

14 Apr 20231h 33min

It may be hard to convince people you’re not the threat when you break out the “Growing Threat” Commander precon from March of the Machine. So to help you keep up against the rest of the table, we’ve got a budget upgrade guide for this black and white Phyrexian—and artifact-themed—deck. See the 10 cards to splice in (for under $10) and 10 to remove to make this deck a mechanical masterpiece. -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE: If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FNM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store! -------- 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  HONEY: It’s the FREE browser extension that scours the internet for promo codes and automatically applies the best one available at checkout. Get it for free today at http://www.joinHoney.com/commandzone  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. -------- 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: Josh Murphy: Twitter: @alsonamedjosh IG: @alsonamedjosh End Step: Sega Saturn https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sega_Saturn  Tomb Raider  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WUN54itKdGA  Panzer Dragoon Saga https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hB7sRMl9sIY  -------- 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 Apr 20231h 8min

The war for the multiverse rages on, and some truly legendary pairings are staunchly defending their planes. This episode, we finish breaking down the team-up Commanders from March of the Machine.  Now, when all these beloved characters get mashed up and mixed together, the cards can get pretty complicated. So don’t miss a single detail as we delve into the combos and synergies you’ll need to make these new Commanders really shine.  -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- Want to work with The Command Zone as a Freelance Writer or Video Editor? Click the links for more info:  https://commandzone.com/freelance-writers-needed/ https://commandzone.com/freelance-video-editors-needed/ -------- OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE: If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FNM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store! -------- 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  HONEY: It’s the FREE browser extension that scours the internet for promo codes and automatically applies the best one available at checkout. Get it for free today at http://www.joinHoney.com/commandzone  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. -------- 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: Come meet our team and see GAME KNIGHTS LIVE at MagicCon Minneapolis! Find tickets and more info here: https://mcminneapolis.mtgfestivals.com/en-us.html  Joe Johnson: Twitter: @Blackneto_ IG: @blackneto_ March of the Machine - Team Up Commanders (Part 1) | The Command Zone 523: https://youtu.be/AgsbvCiFnvg  Warhammer 40,000 w/ Cosmonaut Variety Hour | Game Knights 57: https://youtu.be/F1wCI2B16GU  -------- 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

10 Apr 20231h 50min