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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 email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/us/terms-and- ...
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“Endless Punishment” Precon Upgrade | Duskmourn | 630
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Everybody hurts, sometimes… Especially when you’re playing against the new “Endless Punishment” (red/black) precon Commander deck from Duskmourn: House of Horrors! Today, we’re going to help you bring the pain with our 10 card upgrade, all for under $50! We’ll go over which cards to add and which ones to slash from the list for a power spike that w…
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“Death Toll” Full Deck Reveal & Upgrade | Duskmourn | 629
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Have no fear, Duskmourn preview season isn’t quite over yet. We’ve got a terrifyingly cool new deck to show you, plus an upgrade guide that’s simply to die for. The time has come to reveal the new “Death Toll” (green/black) Commander precon, including 10 never-before-seen cards. Then, we’ll lay out our 10-card upgrade that won’t cost you an arm and…
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Every so often a Commander deck comes along that begs the question: Is this so stupid it’s brilliant, or just regular stupid? This episode, you can be the judge as master brewer Rachel Weeks presents the dumbest deck she’s ever built: Norin the Wary… with stickers! She’ll break down the sticking points she encountered along the way, as well as the …
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The Most Annoying Cards in Commander | 627
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You know what really ruffles our feathers? Grinds our gearhulks? Makes our Blood tokens boil? Well you’re about to! This episode, we break down the most annoying cards in Commander. We got a bunch of submissions from our Patrons and staff, and now we’re laying out what makes these cards miserable and ranking which are the worst of the worst. There’…
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How to Play Group Hug w/ Jumbo Commander | 626
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Everyone loves hugs right? How about group hugs? Maybe in real life! But, in Commander, the group hug strategy can be pretty controversial, not to mention tricky to pilot. Fret not! This episode, we’ve got the best hugger we know, DJ (AKA “Jumbo Commander”), to bring you the complete guide to the archetype. He’ll teach you how to turn making friend…
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The Best Cards (In the 99) from Bloomburrow | 625
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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: Sometimes big power comes in cute little packages, but how do you know which new woodland cards should land a spot in your next deck? We’re here to help with our review of the best cards from …
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“Family Matters” Precon Upgrade | Bloomburrow | 624
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Want to give the table a brood awakening at your next Commander night? This episode, we’re making some offspring spring into action with our upgrade for the “Family Matters” (red/white/blue) precon from Bloomburrow. We’ve got 10 new additions to adopt into the deck, and 10 cards to cut from the family reunion guest list, all for under $50. Get read…
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The Most Powerful Commanders | Bloomburrow | 623
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Of all the legendary animals leaping around the valley of Bloomburrow, which is the wildest of the woodland? The fiercest of the forest? The thickest in the thicket? We’re about to find out, because this episode we’re breaking down the most powerful new Commanders from Magic’s latest set. Don’t miss the strategies and synergies that’ll turn these c…
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“Animated Army” Precon Upgrade | Bloomburrow | 622
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Show Notes: Trying to tune your Raccoons from trash pandas to treasure pandas? Look no further, because today we’re bringing you our upgrade guide for the brand new “Animated Army” (red/green) precon from Bloomburrow. Special guest upgrader Olivia Gobert-Hicks is here with 10 cards to make the deck sing, and 10 you can leave in the garbage, all for…
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“Peace Offering” Precon Upgrade | Bloomburrow | 621
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Are you looking to dole out some beats while you’re giving out treats? Bloomburrow has the perfect deck for you with the new “Peace Offering” (blue/white/green) precon! And we’re here to sweeten the deal with our upgrade guide: 10 gifted additions and 10 cards to leave back in your den, all for under $50! Soon you’ll be your whole pod’s favorite pl…
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“Squirreled Away” Full Deck Reveal & Upgrade - Bloomburrow | 620
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Are you going nuts for more Bloomburrow previews? Well you’re in luck! Not only do we have an entire new deck to show you, we’ve also got an upgrade guide ready to go! That’s right, it’s time to reveal the new “Squirreled Away” (green/black) precon, complete with 10 brand new cards. Then we’ll give you our take on a 10-card upgrade all for under $5…
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We Draft the Best “Gotcha" Spells in Commander | 619
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Show Notes: The fantasy draft format is back and, this time, you should expect the unexpected! JLK, Jimmy, and Rachel are drafting the best “Gotcha!” spells in Commander. We’re talking about the tricks that catch your opponents totally off guard and turn the game on its head. But which of the format’s obscure surprise spells will take the top spot?…
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Cards You Need to Know from Assassin’s Creed | 618
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The Assassin Order has struck again, infiltrating Magic: the Gathering with a set full of powerful tricks from across time. This episode, we’ve got our eagle eyes locked on Assassin’s Creed as we look for cards with lethal potential. From historic legends to deadly equipment, there’s a ton of power waiting to be unlocked. So enter the Animus with u…
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“Tricky Terrain” Precon Upgrade | Modern Horizons 3 | 617
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Show Notes: Upgrading decks can be tricky, but with the right cards, your lands can be even trickier – especially with this upgrade guide for the new “Tricky Terrain” (green/blue) precon deck from Modern Horizons 3! We’ll guide you through the valley of 10 cards you should add, and across a canyon where you can throw the 10 cards you’ll take out, a…
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The Best Cards (In the 99) from Modern Horizons 3 | 616
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With a set as pushed as Modern Horizons 3, we’re getting a ton of new toys and upgrades for Commander. But which cards will rise to staple status? Between the cycle of free spells, twists on powerful classics, and new support for colorless, there’s no shortage of strong contenders. We’ve got a LOT to talk about here, so strap in as we break down th…
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We Rank the MDFCs in Modern Horizons 3 | 615
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Magic players are flipping out over the new MDFCs from Modern Horizons 3! Many MDFC lands are “auto-includes” in Commander, so we’re going to sit down and let you know which of these powerful new ones are the absolute best for your decks. We’ll rank each of them from must-buy to don’t-even-try, so you’ll know exactly what you need to pick up to get…
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We Reveal a Brand New Assassin’s Creed Card | 614
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Would you kill for more info on the new Universes Beyond: Assassin’s Creed MTG set? Well you’ve come to the right place! We’ve got a sweet new exclusive preview card for you, and no one has to die to get it. All you have to do is watch and learn the ancient secrets of “Crystal Skull, Isu Spyglass!” -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be …
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“Graveyard Overdrive” Precon Upgrade | Modern Horizons 3 | 613
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Remember when Tarmogoyf was the king of Modern? Those days may be over, but you can still get your fix of Goyf-y goodness in the new Modern Horizons 3 “Graveyard Overdrive” (black/red/green) precon deck! So to help you Jund ‘em out, we’re bringing you our $50 upgrade guide, featuring 10 cards to drive up the power level and 10 cards to leave in the…
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“Eldrazi Incursion” Precon Upgrade | Modern Horizons 3 | 612
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Want to annihilate your opponents, but not your wallet? Look no further than our upgrade guide for the five-color Modern Horizons 3 “Eldrazi Incursion” precon! Eldrazi aficionado Ashlen Rose is here to reshape this deck’s reality by adding 10 powerful new cards and sending 10 back to the void, all for under $50. With these swaps, you’ll be strong e…
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Most Powerful Commanders from Modern Horizons 3 | 611
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Modern Horizons sets are full of notoriously strong cards from all throughout the multiverse. So it’s no surprise that Modern Horizons 3 brings super-pushed new legends featuring fan-favorite characters along with some exciting (and intimidating) new faces. Come see which Commanders are the cream of the power-crept crop, and learn the synergies and…
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“Creative Energy” Precon Upgrade | Modern Horizons 3 | 610
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Does souping up your precon just take too much energy? Well don’t worry, because we’ve done the hard work for you in this upgrade guide for the “Creative Energy” (blue/red/white) Commander deck from Modern Horizons 3. We’re laying out 10 pieces of hot tech to supercharge it, and 10 cards to toss in the scrap pile, all on a $50 budget. Come see how …
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“Tricky Terrain” Full Deck Reveal - Modern Horizons 3 | 609
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Thought Modern Horizons 3 couldn’t broaden your horizons any further? You thought WRONG! Today we’re revealing a brand new lands Commander deck for you to explore. That’s right, we’re bringing you the entire “Tricky Terrain” (green/blue) preconstructed deck, complete with 13 new cards and 2 brand new legends. Come and join us as we show you a world…
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Master Deck Building w/ These Scryfall Hacks | 608
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These days, knowing every single Magic card is basically impossible (unless you’re Gavin Verhey). Luckily for the rest of us, there’s Scryfall, the high-powered and versatile MTG search engine that can take your deck building to the next level… if you know how to use it. This episode, we’re bringing you a crash course on the ins and outs of Scryfal…
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Math may be for blockers, but the rules are for everyone. Today we’re going to walk through everything you need to know to navigate your combat phase to perfection. Rules expert Murph joins Rachel to break it down step by step – literally. We’ll cover crazy keyword interactions (including BANDING) and give you all the tools you need to master the a…
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How to Play GREEN with Brian Kibler | 606
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It’s not easy playing green – unless you’re two-time Pro Tour champion and Magic Hall of Famer Brian Kibler! Let his wisdom be your guide as he discusses how to pilot green decks like a true beast. He’s laying out where green stomps the competition and where it has the most room for growth. So make like a tree and stay exactly where you are while y…
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