This episode is sponsored by Wizards of the Coast. 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: This is the upload of a live episode that we recorded on 05/10/22: Jimmy and JLK are on the front lines of the Battle for Baldur’s Gate as they show off our EXCLUSIVE early preview card from the upcoming Commander Legends set. It’s an awesome legendary creature that inspires some sweet (an...
May 24, 2022•1 hr 15 min
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: From beginners to experts, every Magic player makes mistakes. But there are some cards out there that trip people up more than others. This episode, Jimmy and JLK go through some of the cards you're likely playing wrong. Whether it's a strategy issue, a confusing rule, or even just misreading the card, we’re here to make sure these spells ...
May 18, 2022•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 464
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: Ready for some rough-and-tumble preconstructed destruction? It’s time for our “Riveteer Rampage” Streets of New Cappena budget precon upgrade guide. Truc Thai joins us to break down the 10 cards to add and 10 to tear out (For around $30), so you can lay the foundation for a deck that will hit like a wrecking ball at any table! ---------- C...
May 13, 2022•51 min•Ep. 463
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: Come see what the Obscura do in the shadows (and how they could do it better) in our budget upgrade guide for “Obscura Oculus” from the New Capenna Commander precons. This episode, Ashlen Rose joins Jimmy to lay out 10 cards to sneak in (for under $30) and 10 to extract to make this deck a stealthy success. ---------- COMMANDFEST LAS VEGAS...
May 09, 2022•56 min•Ep. 462
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: New Capenna is home to all sorts of shady characters and criminal dealings, but it’s also got hundreds of cards contending for slots in your Commander decks. This episode, we scope out the set to see what new tech is worth nabbing and what doesn't quite make the cut. ---------- COMMAND ZONE LIVE EPISODE #3: Join Jimmy and JLK as we reveal ...
May 05, 2022•1 hr 50 min•Ep. 461
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: May it please the court: We present as Exhibit A this official budget upgrade guide for the “Bedecked Brokers” Streets of New Capenna Commander precon. This episode, editor Arthur Meadowcroft joins Jimmy to make his case for the 10 cards to add (for under $30) and 10 to remove to make this deck unbeatable. ---------- COMMANDFEST LAS VEGAS:...
May 03, 2022•54 min•Ep. 460
This episode is sponsored by Wizards of the Coast. 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: This is the upload of a live episode originally recorded on 04/20/22: Jimmy and JLK are joined by special guest POST MALONE to discuss their picks for Top Cards from the Streets of New Capenna Commander precons. What sweet synergies and cool combos can they come up with? How does input fro...
Apr 26, 2022•1 hr 32 min
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: Three colors?! Who needs ‘em! Not these new mono-colored legendaries from The Streets of New Capenna! This episode Craig “Mr. Infect” Blanchette joins Jimmy to go over every new mono-colored commander and bring you the skinny on the best synergies, combos, and strategies for each one. ---------- COMMAND ZONE LIVE EPISODE #3: Join Jimmy and...
Apr 25, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 459
If you wanna make it on the Streets of New Capenna, you gotta know the right people. Luckily, the city is full of multicolored legendary creatures who could be your newest commander. On this episode, we’re breaking them down for you, detailing the sinister synergies and criminal combos each one could bring to your next show-stopping deck. ---------- COMMAND ZONE LIVE EPISODE #3: Join Jimmy and JLK as we reveal our EXCLUSIVE Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur’s Gate preview card! It’s an exciti...
Apr 22, 2022•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 458
Make some noise party people! It’s time for our “Cabaretti Cacophony” Streets of New Capenna precon upgrade guide. This episode, editor and cEDH player Shauna Gilles joins JLK to show you what 10 cards to add (for under $30) and what 10 you can kick to the curb in order to make this deck really sing. ---------- COMMAND ZONE LIVE EPISODE #2: Post Malone joins Jimmy & JLK to discuss their Top Cards from the recently revealed Streets of New Capenna Commander decks. What sweet synergies and cool...
Apr 19, 2022•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 457
Sharpen your blades and clean your brushes! It's time for the budget upgrade of "Maestros Massacre" from the New Capenna Commander decks. This episode, JLK and writer Jamie Block show you the 10 cards to add and 10 cards to remove (for around $30) to make this deck a true work of art. With a little inspiration from us, you’ll be painting the town red in no time. ---------- COMMAND ZONE LIVE EPISODE #2: Post Malone joins Jimmy & JLK to discuss their Top Cards from the recently revealed Street...
Apr 18, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 456
You can’t play Commander without lands; they make up more than a third of your deck! But for such an important resource, lands aren’t discussed nearly as much as the rest of deckbuilding. This episode, JLK is joined by Jordan Pridgen to bring you The Ultimate Guide To Lands! We’ll discuss how many mana sources you should be running, how to evaluate utility and tap lands, how to think about hybrid cards like MDFCs or channel lands, and more! You won’t wanna miss it! ---------- COMMAND ZONE LIVE E...
Apr 12, 2022•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 455
For many players the joy of deckbuilding comes from finding new, undiscovered card combinations; searching for exploits that open up fresh strategies and interactions. In other words, cracking cards wide open! This episode, Jimmy and Jake go over the cards they’ve tried to crack themselves, discussing the process of taking a regular effect and getting the very most you can out of it. ---------- AUDITION TO BE A GUEST ON GAME KNIGHTS! This is your chance to sit down with The Command Zone crew, be...
Apr 06, 2022•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 454
This is the upload of a live episode that we recorded on 03/29/22: Everyone has holes in their game, mistakes and miscalculations that can really hold you back. The insidious thing about these errors is we often don’t realize we’re making them, so we repeat the same missteps over and over again. On this episode, Jimmy and Josh discuss The Worst Mistakes Commander Players Make and how you can recognize and avoid them. Plus, we take QnA from our live audience and take some time to give our first i...
Apr 04, 2022•1 hr 10 min
Mana Curve may seem like a simple enough concept, but there’s a lot more to consider than just keeping your CMC low. This episode, Jimmy and JLK are going to tell you how to truly master your mana curve. We’ll discuss play patterns, deck construction considerations, and how to think about the mana value of your cards at every stage of the game. Don’t miss it! ---------- COMMAND ZONE LIVE: We’re teaming up with Wizards of the Coast to produce a series of live podcast episodes! That means you can ...
Mar 28, 2022•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 453
Commander can seem as intimidating to get into as it is fun to play! But don't worry: this episode Jimmy and JLK break down the best first steps you can take to start your Commander journey. From choosing your deck to finding a solid playgroup, we've got the advice and expertise to help you jump in and start experiencing this amazing format for yourself as easily as possible. ---------- COMMAND ZONE LIVE: We’re teaming up with Wizards of the Coast to produce a series of live podcast episodes! Th...
Mar 21, 2022•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 452
Improving your Commander game takes time, but every now and then, something just clicks. After that you never quite look at things the same way again. This episode, The Command Zone Crew comes together to talk about our biggest personal level-up moments, from deck-builing to gameplay to mindset. We hope these discussions will help get you take your game to the next level. ---------- COMMAND ZONE LIVE: We’re teaming up with Wizards of the Coast to produce a series of live podcast episodes! That m...
Mar 16, 2022•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 451
It’s time to jump into our “Tatsunari, Toad Rider” deck tech! This episode, we break down Jimmy’s enchanting deck from the recent Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty episode of Game Knights. We’ll go over the ins and outs of the deck, discussing strategy, card selection, play patterns, and even some possible modifications if you want to make the brew your own. There’s a lot to go over, so let’s hop to it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Mar 08, 2022•47 min•Ep. 450
Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty doesn't just bring 1200 years of history, it also brings hundreds of new cards that can go in your Commander decks. This episode, we go through the set to see which new tech deserves the honor of being in your 99, and which you can delete from your memory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 01, 2022•1 hr 48 min•Ep. 449
Get ready to crew some mechs and accrue some wins, because it's time for the budget upgrade guide for the "Buckle Up" Azorius Vehicles preconstructed deck from Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty. Strap in as we show you the 10 cards to add and 10 cards to remove (for under $30) in order to give your deck a smooth ride to victory! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 22, 2022•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 448
Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty is here and it's time to hack (technology) and slash (people in two) with a host of new monocolored legends! We’re breaking down every single one, so sit back and relax as we upload all the key tips and tricks to make them shine at your Commander table. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 14, 2022•2 hr 18 min•Ep. 447
Want to upgrade your “Upgrades Unleashed” deck without unleashing too much money? Look no further! It’s time for our budget upgrade guide for the Kamigawa Neon Dynasty Gruul preconstructed deck. We’ll show you how to modify your list with 10 cards in and 10 cards out (for under $30) so you'll be equipped to handle anything! You can rebuild it, we have the technology! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Feb 10, 2022•58 min•Ep. 446
START YOUR ENGINES! Today we’re revealing the entire deck list for the “Buckle Up” AZORIUS VEHICLES preconstructed Commander deck from Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty. It’s gassed up with 3 new unique commanders, 15 brand-new cards, and a strategy that will take you all the way to the finish line! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 07, 2022•51 min•Ep. 445
It’s time to light it up! Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty is almost here, and it’s bringing a future where magic meets technology. On this episode, we’re breaking down all of the new multicolored legends from the set. Find out which ones have the sweetest synergies, the coolest combos, and are primed and ready to shine at the helm of your next deck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 04, 2022•2 hr 16 min•Ep. 444
The Professor from Tolarian Community College joins us for a free-flowing conversation about all of the changes Magic content has gone through over the years. We’re asking each other the hard-hitting questions about our biggest controversies, successes and failures, and how our outlook towards the game and community continues to evolve over time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 01, 2022•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 443
What mechanic do you consider most underrated? How much graveyard hate should you be packing? Is land destruction absolutely taboo? This episode Jimmy and JLK tackle your questions, answering these and many more queries about magic, deckbuilding, and themselves! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 25, 2022•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 442
With a rules document almost 200 pages long, it’s not a stretch to say that Magic is the most complicated game ever created. This episode, Jimmy and JLK go over some of the more complex and easily misunderstood interactions in all of MTG. Take it from us, knowledge of these weird and wacky edge cases can often be an in-game advantage! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 19, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 441
No two Commander playgroups are the same. They have their own personalities, playstyles, and some have their own rules! This episode, Jimmy asks members of The Command Zone staff to discuss the house rules they use to make their games more fun, silly, and somtimes downright weird. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jan 11, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 440
For better or worse, Commander has become the primary focus for Wizards of the Coast and their card design team. As a result, the format has begun to change and evolve at a more rapid pace than we've been used to. But are all of these changes good? Is the format headed in the right direction? This episode, Jimmy and Josh lay out what's going right, what's going wrong, and what needs to happen next (and STOP happening) to keep Commander healthy and fun for years to come! ---------- The End Step: ...
Jan 06, 2022•1 hr 39 min•Ep. 439
Show Notes: 2021 is almost out the door, but what a year it’s been! This episode Jimmy and Josh look back and reflect on a year full of ups, downs, new cards, amazing guest stars, and a ton of fresh content. Plus, we’ll discuss what we hope is in store for 2022! ---------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 28, 2021•1 hr 57 min•Ep. 438
