The Command Zone

“In Response!” If you’ve never said those two fateful words, you’re not winning as many Commander games as you should. A solid gameplan needs a strong disruption package to back it up, so today we’re breaking down how to build a complete suite of interaction. We’re talking removal, counterspells, protection, and more essential tricks of the format. This is a level-up episode that you definitely don’t want to miss!

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Commander Deckbuilding Template for the New Era | The Command Zone 658:

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The Problem with Deckbuilding Templates | The Command Zone 659:

https://youtu.be/PUrQpnQ7bi8?si=_dFQbwImhsdr-Z88

The Complete Guide to Mass Disruption | The Command Zone 700:

https://youtu.be/ZTw7phD0_Mc?si=WCZ0WVttjd7srYxR

Level Up Your Deck Building w/ This One Hack | The Command Zone 733:

https://youtu.be/fxBCPGaWu9Y?si=KzjZhs7E3O_x1dhh

Who’s the Target? Lessons in Threat Assessment | The Command Zone 652:

https://youtu.be/DN_6bNCJ-kk?si=To2NQO-Thsvs55a7

An Unexpected BATTLE! Hobbit Commander w/ Tolkien Experts | Extra Turns 74:

https://youtu.be/9RCIT4xTn-w?si=qZkU1xdZ6NWZNQvB

Does Commander Have a Turn Order Problem? | The Command Zone 755:

https://youtu.be/bBZ-PvOyYKY?si=eY7LjDQmzKWcxbw9

The Complete Guide to Mass Disruption | The Command Zone 700:

https://youtu.be/ZTw7phD0_Mc?si=kUmgqVKmxSRIPf8p

Who Built These Decks?!? | Extra Turns 65:

https://youtu.be/WQ85fYMFS8c?si=OfN4xhy8bgxiNchB

Mono Mono-Red | Extra Turns 72:

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Sick of feeling like you need to take out a loan to afford the fancy staples in Commander? There’s a better way!

This episode, we’re going over some affordable (but still very powerful) alternatives to some of the most expensive staples in the game. With these budget replacements for every color and archetype, you’ll save so much money you can go out and buy—okay, we’ll be realistic—it’s probably more Magic cards. Let’s get started!

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200-Card Decks! | Extra Turns 67:

https://youtu.be/xupnwElKm7o?si=yEPgJYh4U-3ECS7r

Tomer Abramovici:

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Commander Cards We Were Wrong About | The Command Zone 744:

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Collaborate and conquer! This episode we’ll prove two heads are better than one by upgrading each other’s decks. Rachel and Murph each take one of the other’s brews and make 10 changes to bring it up to snuff. How will Murph’s obscure old-school sensibilities mesh with Rachel’s efficient and analytical deckbuilding? Our guess is quite well, but tune in and find out!

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Mystery Booster: Commander Edition is full of powerful, wacky, new legends to brew. But figuring out which are the best of the bunch doesn’t need to be a mystery! This episode, we’re breaking down our picks for the set’s strongest new Commanders and giving you all the info you need to optimize their builds. These cards were literally made for fans of the format like us, so don’t miss out!

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We Play w/ BANNED Cards (ft. Crim) | Extra Turns 73:

https://youtu.be/BEMxzQkenRA?si=JvJmf4Ca8LMD-04c

10 PLAYER Commander Game!:

https://youtu.be/CvyRDmwOeCs?si=So3x1_zCkw-8Ydsq

Post Game Talk | 10 Player Commander Game:

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The Hobbit is here and full of precious and powerful new spells to slot into the 99 of your favorite Commander decks. Don’t miss the biggest hits (including some BUSTED new toys for white) as we break down the best cards this trip through Middle-earth has to offer. With these new includes, your brews will be honed and ready for battle!

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Does Commander Have a Turn Order Problem? | The Command Zone 755:

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The Hobbit w/ Post Malone! | Game Knights 87:

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The Hobbit is finally here, but without any precious precons! Don’t worry! If you want a list you can pick up and play, we’ve brewed four exciting options for you using some of the set’s coolest legends. From Elves to Goblins to Dwarves to a brand new Bear Force, we’ve got decks with different punching powers for whichever bracket you like to play. Don’t miss them!

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Beorn, the Fierce Deck List:

https://archidekt.com/decks/24750291/cz_757_beorn_the_fierce

Thorin, King of Durin's Folk Deck List:

https://archidekt.com/decks/24750891/cz_757_thorin_king_of_durins_folk

Thranduil, the Elvenking Deck List:

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We Play w/ BANNED Cards (ft. Crim) | Extra Turns 73:

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10 PLAYER Commander Game!:

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Post Game Talk | 10 Player Commander Game:

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Modern Horizons Commander w/ LoadingReadyRun | Game Knights 27:

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March of the Machine Planechase w/ LoadingReadyRun | Game Knights 61:

https://youtu.be/HKGl-_gCmt0?si=MrPJn3iJ1JNav1WX

Game Knights Live - MagicCon Minneapolis:

https://youtu.be/hKBwKEwYBAU?si=zY2SougSMJBh-vPb

The Hobbit’s Most Powerful New Commanders | The Command Zone 756:

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These commanders may be from Middle-earth, but their power level is anything but mid! We’re breaking down the best new legends to build around from Magic: The Gathering | The Hobbit. We’ll lay out all the synergies and strategies you need to make your enduring story tell the tale of endless Commander victories. So don’t miss out on any of this precious info.

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So the dice have spoken and you’re going LAST! How much does your plan need to change? The answer may surprise you. 

This episode, we’re going over the effect of turn order in Commander. We’ll discuss how your position at the table shifts your chances of winning, your relationship with removal, and how you might need to alter your gameplan for a better chance at victory. Let’s jump into it!

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NO BANLIST COMMANDER! (ft. Crim) | Extra Turns 73:

https://youtu.be/BEMxzQkenRA?si=xDljrebnvPvggCHS

Who’s the Target? Lessons in Threat Assessment | The Command Zone 652:

https://youtu.be/DN_6bNCJ-kk?si=MgVjqBpUwz5aArpF

Exactly How Good is Sol Ring? Commander Gameplay STATS (pt1) | CZ 238:

https://youtu.be/Iwdb_kPCwNU?si=bOWcenzgAOjJraZO

Which Color is the Strongest? Gameplay STATS (pt2) | The Command Zone 239:

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Lorwyn Eclipsed w/Gabriel Luna | Game Knights 83:

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Marvel Super Heroes w/ ZachTheBold | Game Knights 86:

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Are your games perfectly balanced, as all things should be? If you're playing Commander, the answer is probably no.

While perfect power balance might be impossible, there are always ways to work toward leveling the field for your playgroup. In this episode, we're going over techniques and strategies to help address power disparities and make the experience more fun for everyone involved. Let's get into it!

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10 PLAYER Commander Game!:

https://youtu.be/CvyRDmwOeCs?si=MIhwZWPhvrdyA_Wg

Post Game Talk | 10 Player Commander Game:

https://youtu.be/FBHdfPb9zXc?si=5ichwtjfvJulC1dK

The New, NEW Commander Brackets | The Command Zone 705:

https://youtu.be/l-fyZMOHJsU?si=hHXaX4RsbttLk1D9

Commander Brackets Beta Update – February 9, 2026:

https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/commander-brackets-beta-update-february-9-2026

Battle of the Brews | Extra Turns 71:

https://youtu.be/CoApRpfZrVE?si=5rXoKVch1fugGcKt

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MTG has a LOT of Commanders to choose from. In fact, in the game’s 30+ years, over 3,300 different commanders have been printed! But which ones are truly the best? This episode we’re doing the legwork, going year by year, release by release, and bringing you the very best Commander from every Magic set in history! We've got over 100 sets to cover, so strap in! --------

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The Command Zone fantasy draft is back and, this time, our hosts are picking the best BANNED cards in Commander. 

Plus, special guest Crim “TheAsianAvenger” (MTGGoldfish) joins us to take the degeneracy to the next level. Power Nine, Conspiracies, Ante…everything is up for grabs! And this time the stakes are real, because after the draft each player is incorporating their picks into an actual deck build  to face-off against the others on an all-new episode of Extra Turns coming out next week! 

Who will create the most broken brew? Watch and find out!

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Is Consistency Killing Commander? | The Command Zone:

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Do you have big Plans to Power-up your Commander decks? Then it’s time for some Teamwork as we help you pick out the best cards for the 99 from Magic’s latest set: Marvel Super Heroes. This new tech is so powerful it puts Stark Industries to shame, so don’t miss our favorites from among these hundreds of exciting options. After all, card assessment is our super power!

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Game Knights: TMNT w/Jarvis Johnson:

https://youtu.be/edT3KiM67z0?si=kGnUoacvzXsi902e

Power Level Etiquette with BDM / Sidisi, Brood Tyrant | The Command Zone 24:

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Want your new deck to be better at doing The Thing?

Have no fear! In this upgrade guide we’ll tell you exactly which cards are fantastic for “Fantastic Four,” the new white, blue, red, and green Commander precon from Marvel Super Heroes. We’ll stretch your power to the limits with 10 new additions, then give you 10 cards to make invisible by cutting them from the deck. With these swaps, you’ll be screaming “Flame On!” as your opponents flame out.

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After rigorous testing in Shuri’s lab, we’ve engineered the perfect upgrade guide for “Wakanda Forever,” the new artifact-focused green and white Commander precon from Magic’s latest set, Marvel Super Heroes. We’ve got 10 new cards that are as strong as Vibranium, plus 10 you can slash to make room, all for under $50. Follow these tips and you’ll be bringing the beatdown with Black Panther every game.

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Marvel Super Heroes is full of legendary creatures, but which ones are Magic’s Mightiest New Commanders? Today we’ve delved through hundreds of contenders to assemble an elite team of cards that can take down any table you throw at them. Come find out which heroes and villains made the cut and learn all the synergies, strategies, and hot tech you’ll need to superpower their decks.

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Sick of playing nice? Ready to make the “Doom Prevails” (blue/black/red) precon live up to its villainous name? Then you need our $50 upgrade guide for this conniving Commander deck from Marvel Super Heroes. We’ll bring you 10 evil additions to power up your pernicious deeds, and 10 cards to wipe off the face of the Earth, or at least cut from the deck. So next game night, your opponents will seek victory, but they will find only DOOM! 

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Do This One Thing to Win More Games | How to Playtest | The Command Zone 596: 

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Don’t miss this EXCLUSIVE reveal of the “Avengers Assemble” (red/white/blue) precon from Marvel Super Heroes, featuring some of Magic’s mightiest new cards. We’ll be going through these exciting and powerful designs and breaking down the deck’s stats, synergies, and strategies. Then, stick around for our 10-card upgrade guide to make these heroes even mightier than they already are out-of-the-box!

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Game Knights Live is flying to MagicCon Amsterdam for another MARVEL-ous Commander showdown. Don't miss the Greatest Show in the Multiverse! The convention’s approaching at super-speed, so grab your badges while you still can: https://mtg.social/mcamsGKL

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The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command

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Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today!

ULTRA PRO:

Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command

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WeeklyMTG | A Marvel Super Heroes Prologue with The Command Zone and Gabriel Luna:

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Are you a new player just getting into Magic: The Gathering? Heard about Commander and want to know more? Welcome to The Command Zone,  you’re in the right place! In this episode, we’re taking you through the basics of how to play MTG’s most popular and exciting format. We’ll give you the rundown on how the rules differ from normal Magic and lay out some of the social philosophies and gameplay conventions that make Commander so much fun. Are you as excited as we are? Let’s get started!

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Learn to Play Magic: The Gathering | Presented by The Command Zone:

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Commander Deckbuilding Template for the New Era | The Command Zone 658:

https://youtu.be/OSNV6224cHg?si=0ew2a2vLSo1nFfPQ

The New, NEW Commander Brackets | The Command Zone 705:

https://youtu.be/l-fyZMOHJsU?si=J-gr8FSllJa2koye

BANNED AND RESTRICTED LISTS:

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Tolarian Community College:

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Secrets of Strixhaven w/ Dannyphantom.exe | Game Knights 85:

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TMNT w/ Jarvis Johnson | Game Knights 84:

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Lorwyn Eclipsed w/ Gabriel Luna | Game Knights 83:

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When sets come out, we do our best to predict precisely how good and/or powerful each new card will be. Unfortunately, card evaluation is hard and sometimes we get it WRONG.

This episode, we’re looking back at all the cards we underestimated, overestimated, or just missed altogether. Through this process of analyzing our past analysis, we can (hopefully) get better at evaluating cards in the future. You know what they say: Hindsight is a lot like Marit Lage.

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The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command

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The Best Cards (In the 99) - March of the Machine | The Command Zone 529:

https://youtu.be/J3ADtaBWX68?si=JhRUDwawUkrPIKog

Compleated Commanders - March of the Machine | The Command Zone 533:

https://youtu.be/gaJ_2gyLbC4?si=M_zQg-b0fu1bapPo

We Rank the MDFCs in MH3 | The Command Zone 615:

https://youtu.be/-hvdCNLnfo8?si=kCJikt4os5J6lzSq

Foundations' Best Cards (In the 99) | The Command Zone 640:

https://youtu.be/fA6LwoKDq6s?si=wbuSK9TKcSLu3pbU

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

https://youtu.be/rBlD6rkZpHs?si=f9AafxudBWlsRwfG

The Best Final Fantasy Cards (In the 99) | The Command Zone 679:

https://youtu.be/tLncdhJj5jw?si=icd_fROirshTpEXZ

Edge of Eternities’s Best Cards (In the 99) | The Command Zone 688:

https://youtu.be/eMmY2at6oL8?si=ajsxgMLJe4qnnNFn

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Ready to mix things up? You’ve definitely seen these Commanders before, but you’ve never seen them like this! Today we’re taking some of the most-played Legends in the game and building them in fresh new ways. Clones, counters, blink, mutate, Commander is never a solved format if you’re willing to get creative. Let’s jump right in!

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Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! 

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Reggie the Arcade Rap Battles Krenko:

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4 Color Blue | Mono-Blue Aragorn the Uniter | Keeping It Casual:

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It’s time for two renowned Commander brewers to tear down (and tune up) each other’s decks! Tomer Abramovici of MTGGoldfish joins Rachel for an epic deckbuilding challenge as they analyze each other’s lists and show how they’d do it better with a classic 10-in, 10-out upgrade. Watch and learn the logic behind each swap and you may just become a better builder yourself! Don’t miss it.

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ARCHIDEKT:

Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today!

ULTRA PRO:

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Rachel’s Upgraded Melek Decklist:

https://archidekt.com/decks/21968029/cz_742_rachels_upgraded_melek

Tomer’s Upgraded Norin Decklist: 

https://archidekt.com/decks/21969223/cz_742_tomers_upgraded_norin

Rachel’s Upgraded Selenia Decklist:

https://archidekt.com/decks/21968606/cz_742_rachels_upgraded_selenia

Tomer’s Upgraded Shilgengar Decklist:

https://archidekt.com/decks/21968905/cz_742_tomers_upgraded_shilgengar

45 Commander Decks Under $45:

https://youtu.be/xb5JFQ0Ih2c?si=4QecIgJMW4upFCLh

Game Knights Spider-Man w/CovertGoBlue | #80:

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New Capenna Commander Scryfall:

https://scryfall.com/sets/ncc?as=grid&order=set

Budget Brew Beatdown feat. Reminder Text | Extra Turns 68:

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Reminder Text: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHKP7ufirZyTIKJ1_VeEYzQ

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Ready for Witherbloom to bring the Wither-BOOM? You’re going to need this upgrade guide for the “Witherbloom Pestilence” Commander precon from Secrets of Strixhaven. We’ve got 10 new cards to inject into your green-black concoction, all for under $50, plus the 10 pests you can exterminate to make room. Just plant these seeds and watch your win-rate grow!

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When you’re getting into Commander, the whole game can feel like a battlefield. Before you even sit down to play, finding and building the right deck is a huge hurdle to overcome. This episode, we’re here to help you down the path. Come see which legends can lead you to early victories as you discover more about the game and what these cards are capable of! With these cards in your Command Zone, you’ll look like a pro in no time. 

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Rachel's Ruxa, Patient Professor: For Beginners:

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The Best Token Commanders | The Command Zone 683:

https://youtu.be/8uxFeTgcEQY?si=W2AN39OntHGJwZep

CZ 683 | Chatterfang | The Best Token Commanders:

https://archidekt.com/decks/13631413/cz0683_chatterfang_the_best_token_commanders

CZ 683 | Jetmir | The Best Tokens Commanders:

https://archidekt.com/decks/13625905/cz0683_jetmir_the_best_tokens_commanders

CZ 683 | Marneus Calgar | The Best Tokens Commanders:

https://archidekt.com/decks/13697359/cz0683_marneus_calgar_the_best_tokens_commanders

CZ 683 | Brudiclad | The Best Token Commanders:

https://archidekt.com/decks/13695796/cz0683_brudiclad_the_best_token_commanders

Tips for Teaching Magic: The Gathering | The Command Zone 646:

https://youtu.be/Ycy2XIPk900?si=WT6GveFW2eC9fVAi

“Prismari Artistry” Precon Upgrade | Secrets of Strixhaven:

https://youtu.be/5vGsFMCOW5M?si=aVM6LKWLdFgzs45w

“Turtle Power!” Full Deck Reveal + Upgrade | Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles:

https://youtu.be/lq102tK_CV8?si=9aFEiNVnqcQtvwru

“Dance of the Elements” Precon Upgrade | Lorwyn Eclipsed:

https://youtu.be/IBxHD3M87e8?si=1Q9yPEQaig-SMxuY 

Lands Matter | Commander 2018 | Nature's Vengeance | The Command Zone 222:

https://youtu.be/K5tEx8hRZaM?si=TlDxM3sHOlJokQwA

Brewing Brudiclad – C18 Deck Tech l The Command Zone 226:

https://youtu.be/TVyZdOst3Wk?si=Y2ShAflEOnSkay_T

Power Level Etiquette with BDM / Sidisi, Brood Tyrant | The Command Zone 24:

https://youtu.be/rvBzhdv3xYU?si=NBQ9_m_3s-6Y-8wO

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What secret tech awaits in the new Strixhaven set? It’s time to find out as we channel our inner Lorehold students to dig up the cards you NEED to know. Prepare yourselves and your spells because there are a ton of awesome new Commander staples ready to go in the 99 and help teach your opponents a lesson. Sharpen your quills; this is info worth noting!

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The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command

ARCHIDEKT:

Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today!

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10 PLAYER Commander Game!:

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PleasantKenobi:

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Strixhaven Continues A Worrying Trend | PleasantKenobi:

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Hoping to do some aura farming with the “Silverquill Influence” precon from Secrets of Strixhaven? We’ve drafted the perfect $50 upgrade to give this white and black deck a voice that commands attention! With 10 carefully chosen additions and 10 decisive edits, you’ll have everything you need to outwit your opponents and leave the table speechless. Let’s begin!

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Game Knights Live is back in session at MagicCon Las Vegas with a few Strixhaven secrets of our own! This is going to be our biggest Commander game yet, so don't miss the greatest show in the Multiverse! It's coming up fast, so enroll now before badges are gone: https://mtg.social/MCLV26GKL

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JOHANNES VOSS TOKEN COLLECTION:

Our friend iconic Magic artist Johannes Voss has launched a new Kickstarter featuring OVER 50 stunning original tokens. Get your pledge in now while there’s still time at: https://tinyurl.com/JVTokens

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The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command

ARCHIDEKT:

Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today!

ULTRA PRO:

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Jordan Pridgen:

Twitter: https://x.com/jordanpigeon

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanpridgen/

"Silverquill Influence" Precon Upgrade Deck List:

https://archidekt.com/decks/21970344/cz_738_silverquill_influence_precon_upgrade

“Silverquill Statement” Precon Upgrade:

https://youtu.be/EbLmvADJoug?si=nO40NsSMcd4rJuI3

Karlov Manor Precon Upgrades & Comparison | Deep Clue Sea vs Blame Game:

https://youtu.be/9LqXl99Uv-s?si=fLhI_k-UkhFReY5M

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Looking for a way to make the new “Quandrix Unlimited” precon from Secrets of Strixhaven put up better numbers? We’ve calculated the perfect $50 upgrade to increase your blue-green deck's power exponentially! With these 10 additions and 10 subtractions, you’ll have everything you need to divide your opponents life totals and multiply your victories!

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GAME KNIGHTS LIVE RETURNS TO LAS VEGAS:

Game Knights Live is back in session at MagicCon Las Vegas with a few Strixhaven secrets of our own! This is going to be our biggest Commander game yet, so don't miss the greatest show in the Multiverse! It's coming up fast, so enroll now before badges are gone: https://mtg.social/MCLV26GKL

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JOHANNES VOSS TOKEN COLLECTION:

Our friend iconic Magic artist Johannes Voss has launched a new Kickstarter featuring OVER 50 stunning original tokens. Get your pledge in now while there’s still time at: https://tinyurl.com/JVTokens

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CARD KINGDOM:

The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command

ARCHIDEKT:

Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today!

ULTRA PRO:

Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command

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Manson Leung:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_manson/

“Quandrix Unlimited” Precon Upgrade Deck List:

https://archidekt.com/decks/21887371/cz_737_quandrix_unlimited_precon_upgrade

Mono Mono-Black Battle | Extra Turns 64:

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Ready to teach your opponents a lesson at the Commander table? Then check out which new legends of Secrets of Strixhaven have made their way to the top of the class. We’ll be breaking down how to make the most of these scholastic instant classics, laying out the synergies and strategies that’ll put your new deck on the Dean’s list, and in the winner’s circle. There are a ton of cool new commanders in Magic’s new back-to-school set, so don’t miss it!

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GAME KNIGHTS LIVE RETURNS TO LAS VEGAS:

Game Knights Live is back in session at MagicCon Las Vegas with a few Strixhaven secrets of our own! This is going to be our biggest Commander game yet, so don't miss the greatest show in the Multiverse! It's coming up fast, so enroll now before badges are gone: https://mtg.social/MCLV26GKL

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Game Knights Avatar w/Brian David Gilbert | #82:

https://youtu.be/_zBpEXgHNkU?si=EiLHG4zLR63wx_Hf

Danny Phantom Exe:

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The Best Commander Card from EVERY Magic Set Ever | The Command Zone 729:

https://youtu.be/8LfhhUD3lVc?si=5jQUooMqmoaTNCvj

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Time to make history with our $50 upgrade guide for the new “Lorehold Spirit” (Red/White) precon deck from Secrets of Strixhaven! We’ll show you 10 cards to add to your curriculum and 10 that could use excavation from the deck so that the next spirit you summon will be the spirit of victory!

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GAME KNIGHTS LIVE RETURNS TO LAS VEGAS:

Game Knights Live is back in session at MagicCon Las Vegas with a few Strixhaven secrets of our own! This is going to be our biggest Commander game yet, so don't miss the greatest show in the Multiverse! It's coming up fast, so enroll now before badges are gone: https://mtg.social/MCLV26GKL

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ARCHIDEKT:

Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today!

ULTRA PRO:

Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command

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Beky Bell:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bekybear/

Level Up Your Deck Building w/ This One Hack:

https://youtu.be/fxBCPGaWu9Y?si=L8daKy4d1cXqjGJ2

"Lorehold Spirits" Precon Upgrade Deck List:

https://archidekt.com/decks/21533404/cz_735_lorehold_spirit

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Looking to make a grand entrance at your next Commander night with the new “Prismari Artistry” red and blue preconstructed deck from Magic’s newest set Secrets of Strixhaven? We’re here to make sure it performs like a seasoned thespian with our $50 upgrade guide! We’ll draw up 10 cards to add and 10 to cut if you want to really make your plan sing. Pretty soon, your glorious victory will be met with raucous applause!

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GAME KNIGHTS LIVE RETURNS IN LAS VEGAS:

Game Knights Live is back in session at MagicCon Las Vegas with a few Strixhaven secrets of our own! Don't miss The Greatest Show in the Multiverse feat. Leonard Williams (fresh off his Super Bowl win w/the Seahawks) and content creator Anna Margaret. This is going to be our biggest Commander game yet, and it's coming up fast, so enroll now before badges are gone: https://mtg.social/MCLV26GKL

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ARCHIDEKT:

Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today!

ULTRA PRO:

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Jamie Block:

Twitter: @jamblock

IG: @benjamiela

"Prismari Artistry" Precon Upgrade Deck List:

https://archidekt.com/decks/21500929/cz_734_prismari_artistry_precon_upgrade

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99 cards feels like a lot, until you’re trying to fit in the right amount of card draw, removal, ramp, synergy pieces, pet cards, lands, boards wipes…how do you find room for everything?!?

Luckily, you can get more out of your deck by understanding a key concept: OVERLAP! This episode, we’re going over the art of finding cards that check multiple boxes in your strategy, leaving your plan cleaner, your deck stronger, and your options way more open. Let’s get started!

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Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today!

ULTRA PRO:

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How to Start and Grow Your Channel from 0 Views 0 Subs [Tips & Hacks to be Successful & Make Money]:

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Commander Deckbuilding Template for the New Era | The Command Zone 658:

https://youtu.be/OSNV6224cHg?si=FMcXp747idA6jUSl

Game Knights Avatar w/Brian David Gilbert:

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For some players, Commander is all about winning, but that’s not the only way to play! Enter Bracket 1, a world of decks meant to show off themes, jokes, or fun ideas without worrying so much about focus and synergy. But what does a Bracket 1 deck actually look like and how do you build one? This episode, we’ve brought on Commander Format Panel member Olivia Gobert-Hicks (Commander at Home, EDHijinks) to give you the full rundown of Commander’s least powerful but most creative playstyle. Let’s go!

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Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today!

ULTRA PRO:

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Olivia Gobert-Hicks:

Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/goberthicks.bsky.social

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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@commanderathome

https://www.youtube.com/@EDHijinks

Turbo-Charge Commander Gameplay with Bracket 4 | The Command Zone 731:

https://youtu.be/jzeTz9clIC8?si=p4jsRfF6UH4tVwyM

Rachel's Rainbow Dash:

https://archidekt.com/decks/7034967/my_little_pony_magic_is_friendship

TaunaMTG's Bald Deck:

https://archidekt.com/decks/13191517/rude_shine_bright_for_everyone

Markos' How the Grinch Stole Christmas Deck:

https://archidekt.com/decks/15807106/how_the_grinch_stole_christmas_

Rachel's Norin, the Wary:

https://archidekt.com/decks/4594979/norin_goes_to_the_carnival_comes_home_goes_back_to_the_carnival

Master Deck Building w/ These Scryfall Hacks | The Command Zone 608:

https://youtu.be/NNv2uWeCS50?si=lvA5AtL2ZUzzw1sk

Scryfall Art Tagger:

https://tagger.scryfall.com/

Dan Sheehan: 

https://www.dansheehan.co/

Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dansheehan.bsky.social

Other People’s Decks: Dan Sheehan’s Rin And Seri Changelings (The Thing):

https://articles.starcitygames.com/magic-the-gathering/select/other-peoples-decks-dan-sheehans-rin-and-seri-changelings/

Jim LaPage:

Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jimtsf.bsky.social

Brian David Gilbert Pondering His Commander Orbs | Shuffle Up & Play 91:

https://youtu.be/2ytmjKIB3Fg?si=_bfazRf1R_6w_7iu

Brian David Gilbert's Orb Decklist

https://archidekt.com/decks/17644008/bdg_sup_orb

Chaos Draft With Every Magic Booster Pack Ever: Pack it Up - Episode 3:

https://youtu.be/9o7wEEkS7rc?si=iIj9cczXtOnxelhX

Bracket 1 Decks Bluesky Thread:

https://bsky.app/profile/wachelreeks.com/post/3mgvmgnlcxk2x

Bracket 1 Decks X Thread:

https://x.com/wachelreeks/status/2032246148480811026?s=20

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