We're bringing the whole Command Zone team to the table to talk about our favorite Commander cards that came out this year. See how our selections stack up against your own, or maybe discover something new or forgotten to sleeve up for yourself. ---------- What We Talked About on The End Step: SET! (Discovery+) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Qb8xDcE4GM ---------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Dec 23, 2021•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 437
In a game like Commander, you can’t win ‘em all, but it’s no fun to ALWAYS lose! This episode Craig “Mr. Infect” Blanchette joins Jimmy to answer the age-old question, “Why do I keep losing?” We’ll discuss the potential reasons behind low win-rates, and tell you the best ways you can turn some of those Ls into Ws! ---------- What We Talked About on The End Step: In Vitro Fertilisation: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/In_vitro_fertilisation ---------- Find Craig Online: Twitter: @CraigBlanchette In...
Dec 14, 2021•58 min•Ep. 436
C-C-C-COMBOS! Like ‘em or not, there’s no denying combos are a huge part of Commander. This episode, JLK is joined by special guest and fellow CAG member Jim LaPage (The Spike Feeders) to talk about everything combo. We’ll discuss how to identify, assess, and stop your opponent’s when they "go off", along with advice on how to assemble your OWN combo-win more effectively. ---------- What We Talked About on The End Step: The Legend of Zelda (35th Anniversary): https://www.zelda.com/ ---------- Fi...
Dec 08, 2021•1 hr 50 min•Ep. 435
Olivia’s Wedding has quite the legendary guest list, but now it’s time for the party favors! This episode we review the new cards for your 99 from Innistrad:Crimson Vow. We’ll tell you which ones we think you will love and cherish till death do you part, and which are more likely to end in divorce! ---------- What We Talked About on The End Step: Arcane (Netflix) https://www.netflix.com/title/81435684 ---------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Dec 02, 2021•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 434
Commanding a legion of vicious vampires doesn’t have to mean breaking the blood bank! This episode, Josh Lee Kwai and editor Manson Leung bring you our 10-card budget upgrade guide for the new “Vampiric Bloodline” Crimson Vow preconstructed deck. We’ll recommend 10 cards to add and 10 to remove (for about $30) to help you really raise the stakes at your commander table! ---------- What We Talked About on The End Step: My Name (Netflix) https://www.netflix.com/title/81011211 ---------- Manson Leu...
Nov 23, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 433
Wedding bells are ringing, and Josh and Jimmy are singing. Then we're telling you about the new monocolored legendary creatures from Crimson Vow! This episode, we look through the remaining commander contenders from the new set, giving you some tips and tricks to build them into decks that will make your opponents' blood boil. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 15, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 432
The Spirits are willing, but the deck is weak, so it’s time for an upgrade! This episode, Jimmy and Game Knights editor Jake Boss bring you our 10-card budget upgrade recommendation for the new “Spirit Squadron” Crimson Vow precon deck. We’ll tell you which 10 cards to add and which 10 to take out to make sure you have the ghosts with the most(s). All with a budget of only $30! ---------- What We Talked About on The End Step: Digimon (TCG): https://world.digimoncard.com/ ---------- Jake Boss: Tw...
Nov 11, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 431
And now, the dramatic revelation of Crimson Vow's "Vampiric Bloodline" precon commander deck! We're going through the entire list, which contains 15 new cards including four new legendary creatures. We'll discuss the big reprints, deck value, stats, and more! Find out if this will be the next deck you use to bleed your opponents' life totals dry. ---------- Link to the Full Deck List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/feature/innistrad-crimson-vow-commander-decklists-2021-11-08 -----...
Nov 08, 2021•54 min•Ep. 430
It's an event for the ages! Innistrad: Crimson Vow is almost here. Among the invited guests are many multicolored legendary creatures, any of whom could helm your next deck. This episode we break them down for you, discussing synergies, power level, and who you should take to be your lawfully wedded commander. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nov 05, 2021•1 hr 52 min•Ep. 429
We’ve talked about making proactive political deals before, but what about when an opponent makes YOU an offer? This episode Josh is joined by writer/producer Jordan Pridgen to discuss dealing with dealers. We’ll go over common political exchanges and discuss how you can make sure they come out in your favor! ---------- What We Talked About on The End Step: Doomtown: https://pineboxentertainment.com/doomtown-reloaded/ ---------- Where to Find Jordan Online: Twitter: @JordanPigeon The Broken Pact...
Nov 02, 2021•58 min•Ep. 428
Is Magic about to get turned upside-down by the new "Stranger Things" Secret Lair? Jimmy and Josh discuss the controversy surrounding Universes Beyond, then break down the strange and cool new commanders this Secret Lair drop brings to the format. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 26, 2021•59 min•Ep. 427
It's time for you to learn from our mistakes! The Command Zone team joins Jimmy and Josh to talk about the decks we built, but ended up hating. Learn where we went wrong and what we'd do differently now. Best case, you'll learn from our cautionary tales and become better deckbuilders. Worst case, at least we've embarrassed ourselves for your amusement! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 20, 2021•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 426
We converge at the Roundtable once again to discuss the thrilling Midnight Hunt episode of Game Knights. Jimmy and Josh, along with guests Xolo Mariduena (Cobra Kai) and Voxy (Twitch), answer your questions, share how they got into Magic, and discuss their takes on the game's most pivotal moments and political plays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 13, 2021•1 hr 9 min
The Midnight Hunt has officially begun! All sorts of Werewolves, Zombies, Spirits, and horrifying beasts emerge from the shadows. But which should see the light of day in the 99 of your Commander Deck? This episode, we review the non-legendary cards from MID, and tell you which ones could be frighteningly good in your decks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Oct 05, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 425
Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! http://www.patreon.com/commandzone ---------- Show Notes: Want to raise the dead without raising the cost of your deck? We’ve got you covered! This episode Gaurav Gulati joins us to bring you our budget “Undead Unleashed” Innistrad: Midnight Hunt precon upgrade guide. We’ll show you which 10 cards to add (for around $30) and which 10 to exhume, in order to turn this deck into a thrifty necromance...
Sep 27, 2021•57 min•Ep. 424
Double double toil and trouble, by the pricking of my thumb something BUDGET this way comes! This episode, Jimmy and Ashlen bring you our “Coven Counters” Innistrad: Midnight Hunt precon upgrade guide. We’ll tell you witch 10 cards to add and the 10 to take out (for about $30) to create a brew that can guide humanity to victory at any table! ---------- What We Talked About on The End Step: Flowly https://www.flowly.world/ ---------- Where to Find Ashlen Online: Twitter: @AshlenRose Twitch: https...
Sep 20, 2021•55 min•Ep. 423
Hear that howling? The Midnight Hunt has almost begun, but there are still more Commanders to meet! This episode, we go over each of the mono-colored legends from the new set, reviewing the synergies, combos, and strategies that will put you ahead of the pack! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 17, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 422
Golos, Tireless Pilgrim has been BANNED! This announcement from the Rules Committee came as a shock to many (including us) considering it was the format's most popular Commander, according to EDHREC. But did Golos have to go? This episode we discuss what the ban means for the format. Was it a good call? Will Commander be better off? Plus, we delve into the Worldfire unbanning and give our perspective on both changes. ---------- Official Rules Committee Announcement: https://mtgcommander.net/inde...
Sep 14, 2021•40 min
The time has come to preview the new “Undead Unleashed” Innistrad precon deck. We’re revealing the entire deck list, including three brand new legendary creatures and twelve newly-printed cards, plus discussing all of the biggest reprints and their value. Will this deck help you raise the zombie hoard of your dreams? Let's find out. ---------- Link to the full "Undead Unleased" deck list: https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/news/innistrad-midnight-hunt-commander-decklists-2021-09-13 --...
Sep 13, 2021•43 min•Ep. 421
The inky darkness of night washes over Innistrad as the hunt for the best commander BEGINS... With our review of all the multicolored legends in Innistrad: Midnight Hunt! This episode we cover every multicolored commander from the new set, discussing synergies, power level, and who you should choose to helm your next deck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Sep 10, 2021•1 hr 55 min•Ep. 420
Show Notes: Interaction?! Fun?! Enough of that nonsense, it’s time to destroy your enemies! This episode Jimmy and DJ discuss the most cutthroat cards in the commander format. We’ll talk about the efficient, no-nonsense effects that may not make you any friends, but will surely help you claim couple more wins! ---------- What We Talked About on The End Step: Crokinole: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crokinole ---------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Sep 02, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 419
Your deck is tuned to perfection, your strategy is ironclad…. But are you having FUN? This episode Craig and Jimmy talk about the joy of Commander. We’ll discuss ways to bring more fun to your table and foster a play environment that everyone can enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 26, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 418
Tired of Commander games that look like four people playing solitaire? It’s time to upgrade your interaction! This episode, DJ and Ladee Danger come together to show you some cool and useful ways to get everyone at the table talking, making choices, and, well... interacting! Don’t miss it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 17, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 417
We’ve discussed the D&D precon commanders, now it’s time to delve deeper into these decks of many things! This episode, we discuss the new non-legendary cards in the Forgotten Realms Commander decks, going over the unique new mechanics that come with them and figuring out which ones you should be grabbing to put in your 99! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 11, 2021•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 416
What do Commander and D&D have in common? Legendary Heroes! And the new Forgotten Realms Precon decks are full of them. This episode we review all the Commanders from the 4 new D&D themed preconstructed AFC decks. We’ll discuss the synergies and strategies around each new legend, and tell you which ones we’re most excited about! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 05, 2021•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 415
It’s time to steel your nerves, take up your sword, and spend money responsibly! This episode Craig "Mr. Infect" Blanchette joins DJ to bring you our “Aura of Courage” Forgotten Realms budget precon upgrade guide. We’ll tell you 10 cards to put in (for about $30) and 10 to take out, so that you can be properly equipped to strike fear in the hearts of “real” decks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Aug 03, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 414
Our AFR set review comes to a close with all the best Green, Multicolored, and Colorless cards for your EDH decks! Make sure your decks aren't missing any crucial new pieces from the new set! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 30, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 413
Our AFR set review continues with the best black and white cards for your EDH decks! Make sure your lists are updated with all the newest tech available! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 26, 2021•58 min•Ep. 412
The Forgotten Realms D&D/MTG crossover set is here, and it’s full of Dungeons, Dragons, Dice, and a Demilich! But what new loot is there for your commander deck? This episode, we review the Red and Blue non-legendary cards from AFR, and tell you which ones deserve a coveted place in your 99! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 23, 2021•58 min•Ep. 411
Forbidden arcane power has never been more affordable! This episode, Game Knights editor Jake Boss joins DJ for our “Planar Portal” Forgotten Realms budget precon upgrade guide. We’ll give you our recommendation of 10 cards in (for about $30) and 10 cards out, to unlock the dark arcane secrets you need to bring this deck to the table on any plane you want! To check out Magic Spoon, go to: https://magicspoon.thld.co/COMMAND Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jul 19, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 410
