Want to party like a planeswalker? Have we got a deck for you! This episode, editor Damen Lenz joins Rachel to bring you our $50 upgrade guide for the new Jeskai (RWU) “Planeswalker Party” precon deck from Commander Masters. They’ll pick out 10 cards that spark joy, and 10 to cast off into the blind eternities to help you put the “Super” back in Super Friends! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/com...
Jul 25, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 548
It’s time to exhume some enchantments and send your opponents to the underworld! This episode, we’re revealing the new Abzan (WBG) precon deck from Commander Masters, “Enduring Enchantments.” We’ll break down the stats and examine all ten brand new cards – including 2 new legends – to see if the stars have aligned to create any new format staples. Plus, don’t miss the reprint value and synergy discussion that make this enchantment deck come alive… from the dead! -------- Support the show and bec...
Jul 19, 2023•59 min•Ep. 547
White has gone from being considered Commander’s weakest monocolor option to a top-tier option. But even with a strong card pool, you have to know how to wield it. So our wonderful mono-white expert Rachel Weeks is here to show you how to make it shine. We’ll cover its strengths and weaknesses, then get into the nuts and bolts of how to build a winning white deck and pilot it to victory. Don’t miss out! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome re...
Jul 17, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 546
Middle Earth is full of brand new Commanders, and many of them come with a built-in plan. But for others, the brewin’ takes some doin’. So we’re breaking down the most interesting legends in Magic’s new Lord of the Rings set – the ones that might lead to strategies we’ve never seen before. Come see if these cool and crazy characters inspire you to make something new! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon....
Jul 11, 2023•2 hr 27 min•Ep. 545
The “Riders of Rohan” deck calls for aid, and we shall answer! This episode, we’re doing a $50 upgrade for the red, white, and blue human-themed Commander precon from The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth. Come see which 10 cards got recruited to join the fight and which 10 were deemed unfit for battle. The beacons are lit and so is this episode – don’t miss it! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreo...
Jul 07, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 344
Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth is loaded with flavor, and we don’t just mean Second Breakfast! This episode, Rachel and Jordan dish out the legends that truly bring Tolkien’s epic story to life in cardboard. They’ll be tossing some spicy book quotes and lore tidbits into the stew, along with all the hearty strategy and synergy discussion you crave. Get ready to dig in! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://...
Jul 05, 2023•2 hr•Ep. 543
While Middle-earth is full of iconic legends, Magic’s new Lord of the Rings set boasts plenty of precious cards for the 99 of your decks. This episode, we’re breaking down the new tech you’ll want to amass for your collection. What new staples could the Shire be hiding? Which must-have cards lurk at the base of Mt. Doom? And just how good is The One Ring? Come journey with us to find out! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more...
Jun 30, 2023•2 hr 28 min•Ep. 542
One does not simply play “Hosts of Mordor” out of the box. So here’s our budget upgrade guide for the blue, black, and red precon from Magic’s latest set, The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle Earth. We’ve got 10 cards to add and 10 to remove in order to maximize this deck’s villainous powers. That way it’ll be able to compete at more Uruk-HAI-powered tables. Don’t miss it! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www....
Jun 26, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 541
The votes are in, the people want more power! We’re bringing it to you with our $50 upgrade guide for the “Elven Council” The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-Earth precon. Our esteemed panel of Jake Boss has nominated 10 cards to add and 10 to remove so you can send your elves to war with the strength of Valinor behind them! Tune in and check it out, the fate of Middle-earth DEPENDS on it! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and ...
Jun 19, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 540
In The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle Earth, Magic gets a brand new mechanic: The Ring tempts you. But is the ring powerful enough to make an impact in Commander? This episode, we break down The Ring’s rules and highlight the cards that use it best—including some powerful new Commanders. So give in to the call of The Command Zone and see which cards might shake up your next game night. -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and mor...
Jun 16, 2023•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 539
Hungry for a higher-powered Commander deck? Come chow down on our $50 upgrade guide for “Food and Fellowship,” the white, black, and green precon from Magic’s latest set, The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle Earth. We’ve got a 10-course menu of cards that’ll spice up your list, plus a compost pile of 10 cards to remove. Find out which hungry, hungry hobbits we think you should start in the command zone to make this deck a true delicacy. -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part ...
Jun 14, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 538
Show Notes: Many new legends were forged in The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle Earth. But which will emerge to rule them all? This episode, we’re breaking down the most powerful commanders from Magic’s latest set to show you the combos and synergies that will make them the bane of your fellowship. Who will you side with? The heroes, the villains, or whatever Tom Bombadil is? Come watch and find out! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome re...
Jun 12, 2023•2 hr 32 min•Ep. 537
Show Notes: The horn is sounded and the “Riders of Rohan” will answer! This episode, we’re revealing the full blue, red, and white preconstructed Commander deck from The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle Earth. Witness the power of humanity as we break down the brand new cards—including loads of legendary creatures—plus tons of great reprints with spectacular LoTR-themed art. Forth Eorlingas! -------- “Riders of Rohan” Decklist: https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/the-lord-of-the-ri...
Jun 08, 2023•48 min•Ep. 536
Do you want to be a brilliant brewer like Rachel Weeks? Well this episode is a great place to start. Rachel is doing a mini deck-tech and ranking for every list in her collection. Come see the cornerstone cards that make them tick, plus the weird includes that make them a blast to play. Which decks will emerge as top tier and which are on the chopping block? Watch and find out. -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://w...
Jun 06, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 535
Show Notes: Do you want to make “Red Deck Wins” a reality at your next commander night? Well your brew is only half the battle! You also need to know how to play it! In this episode, our resident red deck expert, Jimmy Wong, walks you through taking advantage of red’s explosive potential and shoring up its shortcomings. Don’t get burned the next time you go aggro. -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com...
Jun 01, 2023•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 534
The debate is on! Sol Ring may be the most played card in commander, but it’s also one of the most controversial! This episode, our panel of experts sits down to discuss the merits of Sol Ring in the commander format. Is it too good? Does it make games better or worse? What would Commander look like without it? And the greatest question of them all, should it be banned? Find out in this episode of Fact or Fiction! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive...
May 30, 2023•1 hr 9 min
Show Notes: No Phyrexian invasion would be complete without some legends becoming compleat. This episode, we’re breaking down these transforming terrors from March of the Machine. We’ll tell you how to make these two-faced Commanders tick, showing off the combos and synergies that’ll let you take over your next Commander night. -------- 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 ME...
May 23, 2023•1 hr 48 min•Ep. 533
Do you want to achieve god-like power in your next Commander deck without needing to pass around a collection plate? We’ve got you covered with our budget upgrade guide for the “Divine Convocation” March of the Machine (white, blue, and red) precon deck. We added ten cards in, took ten cards out, all for ten bucks. With this no-frills upgrade, you’ll be feeling all-powerful in no time! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! h...
May 18, 2023•53 min•Ep. 532
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/co...
May 10, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 531
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 ou...
May 04, 2023•1 hr 58 min•Ep. 530
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.p...
May 02, 2023•2 hr 11 min•Ep. 529
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 ...
Apr 25, 2023•56 min•Ep. 528
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...
Apr 17, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 527
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...
Apr 14, 2023•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 526
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 m...
Apr 12, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 525
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 c...
Apr 10, 2023•1 hr 50 min•Ep. 524
In March of the Machine, the multiverse’s most beloved legends must team up to take down the Phyrexians. This episode, we start to break down the two-in-one Commanders they’ve become. Which pairings will rise to the top of the pile? And which will show that two heads aren’t always better than one? Tune in and find the dynamic duo you want to build around next! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/com...
Apr 06, 2023•1 hr 52 min•Ep. 523
Are you ready to rally your allies, band together, and fight the March of the Machine? Today, we’re revealing a whole new Commander deck that’s perfect for you! We go through all the new cards in this Jeskai (RWB) “Divine Convocation” preconstructed deck, including 5 brand new Planechase cards! Then we break down the contents of the deck. Enjoy some fresh tech, convoke synergies, and never-before-seen legends! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awe...
Apr 04, 2023•49 min•Ep. 522
Magic is a complicated game. “How complicated?” you ask. With over 265 pages in the comprehensive rules, it’s safe to say it’s more complex than most people ever realize. So it’s no surprise there are some rules Commander players get wrong all the time. This episode, we enlisted the help of Murph to go over the most common mistakes to prepare you for the next time a tricky situation pops up at your table. Mulligans, priority, commander damage, and more, all in one episode! You don’t wanna miss i...
Mar 29, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 521
Some legends are truly terrifying to see in your opponent’s command zone. But they get a little less scary once you have a gameplan to stop them. Today, we’re breaking down the modern-day Commander boogiemen, why they’re so powerful, and what you can do to hold your own against them. Are our nightmare foes the same as yours? Or did we miss the legendary creature who haunts your game nights? Come see for yourself! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive ...
Mar 21, 2023•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 520
