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The Command Zone

The Command Zone

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 We wanna make the podcast even better, help us learn how we can:https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4 For advertising opportunities please emailPodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com Privacy

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102:25

What’s Wrong with the Commander Brackets? | 671

The Command Zone ·

2025/04/30

Commander Brackets: It’s the new WotC-led deck classification system that’s taking the format by storm! But wait-- they’re in BETA! So what’s keeping Commander Brackets from being a complete and final product? In this episode, Jimmy and Rachel sit down to discuss this question and many more in-depth. Do brackets work well as-is? What issues need to be ironed out? How do we make sure the rules are clear and useful? Time to jump in and find out! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be

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126:06

Major Commander Unban Announcement! | 670

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2025/04/23

THE GAME OF COMMANDER HAS CHANGED! In their first major act since taking control of the format, Wizards has released a new Commander B&R announcement, and five whole cards are coming OFF the banned list! At the same time, 18 cards have been added to the list of Commander Bracket “Game Changers.” Needless to say, there’s a lot to talk about! This episode, JLK and Rachel (both part of the Commander Format Panel) sit down to discuss their thoughts and insights into these major format changes. Are

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138:53

Tarkir: Dragonstorm’s Best Cards (In the 99) | 669

The Command Zone ·

2025/04/17

Here be dragons! Tarkir: Dragonstorm is raging through the world of MTG and, if you don’t want to get swept away, you’re gonna need some powerful cards. Never fear, stormchasers, this episode we’ll be going over the best cards for your 99 from the new set. These cards might not be legendary, but with the strategies and synergies we’ve got here for you, they might just help YOU become a legend! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and

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67:31

“Mardu Surge” Precon Upgrade | Tarkir: Dragonstorm | 668

The Command Zone ·

2025/04/11

Do you yearn to mobilize an unstoppable horde of Tarkir: Dragonstorm warriors and tokens? You’re going to need our “Mardu Surge” (red/white/black) precon upgrade guide! We’ll show you 10 cards that mar-DO deserve a spot in the deck and 10 cards that, like all weaknesses, must be cast off. The next time your horde hits the board, victory will be inevitable!-------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more

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65:10

“Abzan Armor” Precon Upgrade | Tarkir: Dragonstorm | 667

The Command Zone ·

2025/04/08

Everyone knows the dragons from Tarkir: Dragonstorm are tough, but upgrading your deck can be even tougher! Well have no fear, because today we’re buffing the “Abzan Armor” (white/black/green) precon with our $50 upgrade guide! We’ll show you the 10 cards that will help suit up your deck so that the next time you hit your local game store, your strategy will be impenetrable! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more

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131:37

The Most Powerful Commanders in Tarkir: Dragonstorm |...

The Command Zone ·

2025/03/31

Looking to take your Commander pod by Dragonstorm with a powerful new deck? Then join us as we break down the best legendary creature cards from Magic’s grand return to Tarkir. Behold all the synergies, strategies, and hot tech you’ll need to stoke the flames behind these devastating Dragons and fearsome fighters. Who will rise above the pack? You’ll have to watch and find out! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more

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71:20

“Temur Roar” Precon Upgrade | Tarkir: Dragonstorm | 665

The Command Zone ·

2025/03/31

Worried your new Tarkir dragon deck might be more bark than bite? Then, it’s time to power up your “Temur Roar” (green/blue/red) precon with our $50 upgrade guide! We’ll lay out 10 cards to add as fuel for the flames and 10 you can burn—not literally!—to make room. With these quick swaps, you can take wing at your next Commander night and claw out some epic wins. -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more

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70:35

“Sultai Arisen” Precon Upgrade Guide | Tarkir:...

The Command Zone ·

2025/03/25

Why stop at raising hordes of the undead when you could ALSO raise your precon deck’s power level? This episode, we’re laying out our upgrade guide for the “Sultai Arisen” (blue/black/green) Commander deck from Tarkir: Dragonstorm. We’ve got 10 cards to dig up and slot in, plus 10 cards you can toss into the bin, all for under $50. It’s time to turn all those Sul-ties and Sul-losses into Sul-wins. Don’t miss it!-------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive

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69:03

“Jeskai Striker” Full Deck Reveal & Upgrade | Tarkir:...

The Command Zone ·

2025/03/19

We’re going back to Tarkir and it’s time to Dragonstorm off with the “Jeskai Striker” (white/blue/red) precon reveal! Check out this brand new spellslinger deck, including 10 never-before-seen cards! Then, just to add some fury to the flurry, we’ve also included our $50 budget upgrade guide so you can really show off your prowess at your next game night!-------- Link to Full ‘JESKAI STRIKER’ Deck List: -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome

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68:58

The Complete Guide to Cutting Cards | 662

The Command Zone ·

2025/03/12

Adding cards to a Commander deck is fun, easy, and exciting! But choosing which cards to CUT can feel basically impossible. This episode, we’re laying out the complete guide to cutting cards. We’ll help you identify the pieces you can do without, whether it’s for strategic reasons, or because they don’t fit the power or style of your brew. It’s always hard to say goodbye, but what are you gonna do, not upgrade your deck? Let’s get into it! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part

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105:19

The Magic Movie: Baseless Speculation | 661

The Command Zone ·

2025/03/06

Can the Magic: the Gathering movie actually be… good? If you find the right people for the job, maybe it could be great! This episode, we’re laying out who we think SHOULD be making the MTG movie. From actors to writers to directors, we’ll bring you our takes on the best fits for the roles, because no movie speculation would be complete without fancasting! Do you agree with our picks? Tune in and find out! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome

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75:58

Conceding is Salty! | Fact or Fiction? | 660

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2025/03/04

A player may concede at any time, but that doesn’t mean they should. OR SHOULD THEY?! This great debate has been held around many a game table, so this episode we’re bringing you our unfettered opinions on the intricacies of the scoop. Is conceding poor sportsmanship or just a way to get the most out of your time? Should concessions be used aggressively? Should we never concede? It’s a surprisingly complicated topic so come join us for the whole journey!-------- Support the show and become a

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112:34

The Problem with Deckbuilding Templates | 659

The Command Zone ·

2025/02/26

We recently unveiled our new and improved Commander deckbuilding template. This episode, we’re here to tell you why it’s… WRONG! Okay, well not “wrong” exactly, but over-simplified! Templates are a great place to start, but if you’re looking to take your deckbuilding to the next level, you can’t expect to paint-by-numbers. Let’s discuss when and why it’s often correct to bend the rules and, sometimes, even outright break them! -------- Commander Deckbuilding Template for the New Era | The

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113:03

Commander Deckbuilding Template for the New Era | 658

The Command Zone ·

2025/02/18

Building your own Commander deck from scratch can be intimidating. It’s not just about finding powerful cards. A great brew needs to strike the perfect balance. This episode, we’re here to make that task much easier with our new and improved Deckbuilding Template. We’ll lay out the ideal ratios of ramp, card draw, disruption, and more, all based on The Command Zone’s years of deckbuilding expertise. Whether you’re an experienced player or new to the art of the brew, this is an episode you won’t

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92:52

[Brackets] Are Here! Will They Work? | 657

The Command Zone ·

2025/02/12

The new Commander [Brackets] system has been officially unveiled in all its 5-tiered glory! But what exactly does the system look like? And how is it different from the old ways? Most importantly, will [Brackets] solve Commander’s power level problem? This episode, we’re breaking it all down and bringing you our analysis. Let’s get bracketing!-------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more

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8:00

It's Finally Happening! | Magic: The Gathering Movie

The Command Zone ·

2025/02/06

We are super excited to announce that Hasbro Entertainment has signed a deal with Legendary Entertainment to produce an official live-action Magic: the Gathering movie! Over the past 30+ years, MTG has become an entertainment icon with millions of fans all over the world, and we can’t wait to see it up on the big screen. So join us as we roll out the red carpet and tell you everything there is to know right now about this milestone moment for Magic.-------- Relevant Links: Legendary

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131:41

Aetherdrift’s Best Cards (In the 99) | 656

The Command Zone ·

2025/02/06

Don’t blink, because Aetherdrift is coming in FAST! But have no fear, this episode will get you up to speed by going over the very best cards for your 99 from the new set. We’ll lay out all the high-octane tech so you can gas up your decks with these sweet new additions to the format, along with laying out the synergies and strategies you need to get the most mileage out of every spell. Strap in! It’s going to be a hot one!-------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community,

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162:44

The Most Powerful Commanders in Aetherdrift | 655

The Command Zone ·

2025/01/31

Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone-------- Show Notes: Do you have the need for speed AND the need for a powerful new deck? Find out which of Aetherdrift’s racing legends is right for you, as we break down the most powerful Commanders from the new set. We’ll roll through the synergies, strategies, and turbocharged tech each one brings to the track. Come see who will stall out early and who will

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71:22

“Eternal Might” Precon Upgrade | Aetherdrift | 654

The Command Zone ·

2025/01/28

Want to make the new “Eternal Might” (White/Blue/Black) precon even mightier? Never fear! We’re here to breathe new life into this deck of undeath with our $50 upgrade guide! We’ll give you 10 cards to exhume, and 10 to entomb so that next time you call forth your legions of mummies, everyone will know who the true god-pharoah is! (It’s you.) Come join us!-------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more

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66:23

“Living Energy” Full Deck Reveal & Upgrade |...

The Command Zone ·

2025/01/23

Can you feel that? The electricity in the air can only mean one thing: the Aetherdrift “Living Energy” (Red/Blue/Green) precon reveal is HERE! We’ve got a brand new Energy-themed deck to show you, including two new Commanders and 10 never-before-seen cards! Then just to amp things up a bit, we’ve also included our $50 10-card upgrade, so you’ll have everything you need for an electrifying victory at your next game night!-------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community,

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