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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.

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Link to the Full Deck List:

https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/feature/innistrad-crimson-vow-commander-decklists-2021-11-08

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Watch the "Spirit Squadron" Deck Reveal from MTG Muddstah:

https://www.youtube.com/mtgmuddstah

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What We Talked About on The End Step:

Retro Game Collecting:

https://www.dkoldies.com/

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Josh "Murph" Murphy:

Twitter: @alsonamedjosh

Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/alsonamedjosh

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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.

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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! 

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What We Talked About on The End Step:

Doomtown:

https://pineboxentertainment.com/doomtown-reloaded/

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Where to Find Jordan Online:

Twitter: @JordanPigeon

The Broken Pact RPG: https://twitch.tv/savingthrowshow

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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.  

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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!

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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. 

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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!

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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 necromancer’s dream!

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What We Talked About on The End Step:

Blood Bowl:

https://www.bloodbowl.com/

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Where to Find Gaurav Online:

Twitter: @DoubleGXG

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Commander Rules and Ban List:

https://mtgcommander.net/

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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!

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What We Talked About on The End Step:

Flowly

https://www.flowly.world/

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Where to Find Ashlen Online:

Twitter: @AshlenRose

Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/ashlen_rose​

Instagram: @RawrItsAshlen

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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! 

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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.

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Official Rules Committee Announcement:

https://mtgcommander.net/index.php/2021/09/13/september-2021-quarterly-update/

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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.

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Link to the full "Undead Unleased" deck list:

https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/news/innistrad-midnight-hunt-commander-decklists-2021-09-13

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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.

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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!

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What We Talked About on The End Step:

Crokinole:

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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! 

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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! 

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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!

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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!  

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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.

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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!

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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!

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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!

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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!

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We're not done adventuring into the Forgotten Realms yet! This episode we review all of the mono-colored Legends from the new D&D themed Magic set. Mythic dragons and epic heroes abound, but which of them should be at the helm of your deck? Let's find out!

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So you like dragons, but don’t have a horde of gold? No problem! This episode Ladee Danger joins us to bring you our “Draconic Rage” Forgotten Realms budget precon upgrade guide. We’ll tell you which 10 cards (For about $30) to add and which to take out so that you can breathe some serious dragonfire without burning up too much cash!

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The verdict is in and Hullbreacher is OUT! This episode we discuss the Hullbreacher ban, what it means for the format, and whether we agree with the decision or not.

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Show Notes:

There’s nothing like a good dungeon crawl! This episode Jimmy and DJ party up to bring you our “Dungeons of Death” Forgotten Realms precon budget upgrade guide. We’ll show you which 10 cards to add (for around $30) and which 10 to cut to really level up your deck and make sure it's your opponents who don't make it out alive!

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We don't have a Forgotten Realms preview card for you... We've got a whole DECK! This episode, we reveal the entire "Aura of Courage" BANT EQUIPMENT precon deck. It’s packed with three brand new commanders, a load of new cards, and a strategy that will make you want to strap on some armor, take up your sword, and go on an adventure! 

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Link to the full "Aura of Courage" deck list:

https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/news/adventures-forgotten-realms-commander-decklists-2021-07-09

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With Magic's new D&D themed set, so many famous characters from the world of Forgotten Realms are coming to a battlefield near you! On this episode, we look at all of the new multicolored legendary creatures and discuss the coolest synergies and combos for each one.

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All good games must come to and end, but how? This episode Jimmy and DJ discuss one of the most important, but often overlooked, parts of commander: ending the game!

We’ll go over the best win conditions in the format, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of different finishers while advising you how to best use them in your decks. Because if the game has to end… it might as well be on your terms!

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On this episode, we're looking through all of the best red and green cards from Modern Horizons 2 in order to help you figure out which ones are the best fit for your decks.

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Our Modern Horizon 2 coverage continues! We're taking a look at the blue and colorless cards from this incredible and high-powered set. Which ones do we think deserve a coveted spot in your 99? Let's find out.

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Post Malone showed us all how to play Commander like a Rockstar, and now The Command Zone crew is heading all the way to Utah to discuss the sweet plays, cool new Modern Horizons 2 cards, and one of the flashiest finishing moves in the history of Game Knights! We’ll talk about how Posty came to be on the show, how he came to love MTG, and what it means for introducing new players to Magic The Gathering.

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Modern Horizons 2 is here! We're analyzing all of the white, black and multicolored cards from the set and discussing which ones we think will make the biggest splash in Commander.

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Show Notes:

Commander has grown to become the most popular way to play Magic: The Gathering. If you want to learn the ins and outs of the format, what the rules are, and why it's so awesome - this is the episode for you!

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Official Commander Rules and Ban List:

https://mtgcommander.net/

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Sure, it’s TECHNICALLY designed for Modern, but Modern Horizons 2 is loaded with exciting new Commanders to build around. This episode, Josh and DJ review all of the new legends from the set. Find out which ones are worth putting at the helm of your deck! 

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Show Notes:

In this episode, part 2 of our C21 review, we’ll tackle the eight new legends from the Lorehold Legacies and Witherbloom Witchcraft precons, so you can decide who to build around, and who to put into your 99! 

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Show Notes:

A bright new day is dawning with Modern Horizons 2, and it’s filled with fresh tools for your Commander decks! We’ve got a sweet exclusive preview card to show you that could pump some new energy into one of the format’s most popular strategies. Join us as we break down “Rise and Shine”

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Get ready for an all-night cram session, because we’re going to review all 20 of the new C21 legendary creatures in this two-part series! See which new legends you’ll want helming your decks, and which ones might fit better in the 99. In part one we're going over the commanders from Prismari, Silverquill and Quandrix.

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We’re back with our review of the C21 non-legendary cards for your 99 (Part 2). This episode covers red, green, multicolor and colorless cards. Find out which ones you’ll want to put in every deck, and which you can safely leave in the box!

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The Roundtable is called to order! Strixhaven Game Knights was one of our biggest ever, with crazy plays, enormous stacks, and five college commercials to top things off. Guests Olivia Gobert-Hicks and TarmoKat weigh-in with our hosts to discuss deckbuilding, gameplay decisions, rules mistakes, and navigating our most complicated spell interaction ever.

We’ll also discuss the making of the Strixhaven college commercials, with a ton of exclusive behind-the-scenes footage and info on our most amibitious production to date!

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Commander isn’t JUST about the Commanders, so it’s time to dive in and take a look at the new non-legendary cards from the C21 Precon decks. In part one of our review, we tackle the new white, blue, and black cards. Let's find out what they do, where to play them, and which ones might become format staples.

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Time to get your hands dirty! This episode, DJ is joined by cosplayer and Twitch streamer Ladee Danger for our "Witherbloom Witchcraft" C21 budget precon upgrade guide. We'll tell you the 10 cards (for about $30) you should add to grow this deck's power level, and which 10 cards you should sacrifice to really see it bloom!

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Show Notes:

Class is still in session!! It's time for part two of our set review analyzing the new non-legendary cards from Strixhaven. This episode, we tackle the colorless and multicolored cards and discuss which ones we believe will pass the test of time.

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The Command Zone journeys to the campus of Strixhaven University to begin our review of the new non-legendary-creature cards from the set. We’ll give you our take on what gets a passing grade, and which cards don't! This week: Monocolored cards

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This episode we get political with our budget upgrade guide for the new “Silverquill Statement” C21 precon! Writer/Producer Jordan Pridgen joins us to go over which 10 cards to add (for about $30) and which 10 cards to drop to make sure your deck can make deals at the top tables!

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Strixhaven is here and that means Elder Dragon Highlander is finally getting new Elder Dragons! Also students and a talking book? There’s a lot to be excited about! This episode we review the new non-MDFC Commanders from Strixhaven. Find out who to pick to lead your deck so you can take your opponents to school!

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Grab your shovels and start digging up some artifacts! Today, editor Josh “Murph” Murphy joins us for the “Lorehold Legacies” precon budget upgrade guide. We're going through which 10 cards to add (at around $30) and which 10 cards to excavate so this deck can hold its own against “real” competition.

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Ready for some token-transforming mathemagic? Our “Quantum Quandrix” precon budget upgrade is here! We’ve done all the addition and subtraction for you, picking out which 10 cards to put in (for around $30), and which 10 to take out to maximize your coefficient to victory!

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Sorceries? In the command zone? It’s more likely than you think! This episode we review the flexible new MDFCommanders from Strixhaven, and discuss which ones are worth playing, and which flips are just flops!

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