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The Command Zone
Your weekly source for all things Commander (aka EDH), a multiplayer Magic: The Gathering format, with hosts Jimmy Wong and Josh Lee Kwai. Focused on all aspects of gameplay and strategy from table politics, budget builds, to deck building and more! commandzonecast@gmail.com We wanna make the podcast even better, help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4 For advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com Privacy Policy…
Episodes
The Command ZoneSecond Harvest (Shadows Over Innistrad Preview Card)
The Command Zone proudly presents our official spoiler card for Shadows Over Innistrad - and it's a doozy! Here is the official spoiler for Second Harvest!…
The Command ZoneBuilding a Commander Deck LIVE | #100
The 100th episode has arrived! Josh and Jimmy invite a live Twitch audience to help build a Commander deck together. We give away tons of product with special…
The Command ZoneThe Commander Summit | #99
We welcome Phil DeLuca and Andy Hull to the show to tackle some issues of the day with these esteemed members of the Commander podcast community. We'll discuss…
The Command ZoneEternal Masters and The Reserved List | #98
We're giddy with excitement over the Eternal Masters announcement. Let's talk about the implications for Commander, what we hope to see reprinted, and discuss…
The Command ZoneTall Tales | #97
We talk a lot about synergies, politics, and level up philosophies but we rarely get to talk about our own Commander games and the events that happen within…
The Command ZoneDeck Improvement: Meren of Clan Nel Toth with Alex Kessler | #96
You’ve built a new deck. You’ve played it a few times. Now, how do you identify problem areas and issues to make that leap from version 1.0 to version 2.0?…
The Command ZonePet Cards | #95
We all have them. Those cards that we love. We put them in all of our decks. But then one day we realize: Wait a minute – why am I the only one I ever see…
The Command ZoneMost Banworthy Cards in Commander | #94
With the recent Prophet of Kruphix banning, we turn to discuss what other cards may sit at the top of the "banworthy" list and whether or not we think they…
The Command ZoneProphet of Kruphix Banned - Proxies, Counterfeits, and More | #93
We've got a lot to cover in today's episode! We'll start off by discussing the new rules changes to Commander from the Rules Committee - a standardized…
The Command ZoneOath of the Gatewatch Set Review | #92
Oath of the Gatewatch is here and it's time to review the cards we think will make the biggest impact on Commander! We're trying out our reviews a week earlier…
The Command ZoneOath of the Gatewatch Leaks / Year in Review | #91
Our final episode of the year covers the Oath of the Gatewatch leaks and a year in review of all the awesome stuff that happened in 2015! Learn more about your…
The Command ZoneMizzix of the Izmagnus Deck Comparison / Oath of the Gatewatch Early Spoilers | #90
We've got a lot on our plate today! We cover the initial spoilers and leaks from Oath of the Gatewatch (more to come in next week's episode) and then compare…
The Command ZoneCommander 2015 Review – Red/White | #89
The Commander 2015 Preconstructed decks have arrived and Josh and Jimmy are here to help break down their statistics, the best and worst cards, and what…
The Command ZoneCommander 2015 Review – Green/Black & Green/Blue | #88
The Commander 2015 Preconstructed decks have arrived and Josh and Jimmy are here to help break down their statistics, the best and worst cards, and what…
The Command ZoneCommander 2015 Review – Black/White & Blue/Red | #87
The Commander 2015 Preconstructed decks have arrived and Josh and Jimmy are here to help break down their statistics, the best and worst cards, and what…
The Command ZoneCommander 2015 First Look | #86
Josh and Jimmy take an in-depth first look at the new Commander 2015 spoilers and discuss new keywords and sweet synergy options for each new Legendary…
The Command ZoneCMDR 2015 SPOILER! & Legendary Cube Interview with Adam Prosak | #85
We interview Wizards R&D member Adam Prosak on the upcoming Legendary Cube for Magic: Online, crack a couple of digital packs, then break down our brand new…
The Command ZoneBattle for Zendikar Draft – The Sideboard | #01
Jimmy and Josh are trying something new out on this special Thursday episode. Welcome to The Sideboard! Today's side-discussion takes our hosts into discussing…
The Command ZoneMost Wanted Reprints in Commander 2015 | #84
Jimmy and Josh discuss a leaked Commander 2015 spoiler and also the Top 5 cards on their wishlist to be reprinted this year! Learn more about your ad choices…
The Command ZoneCatching Up with The Professor | #83
The Professor joins Josh and Jimmy to discuss the current going-ons in the Magic Community. Lots of controversy to debate, from BFZ Fat Pack scarcity to an…
The Command ZoneMedomai the Ageless at the 2015 Community Cup | #82
Josh and Jimmy break down the Medomai The Ageless deck that the Community team built and took to victory this year at the 2015 Community Cup! Learn more about…
The Command ZoneBattle for Zendikar Set Review for Commander/EDH | #81
Battle for Zendikar is here and the ELDRAZI ARE BACK baby! This set is great for Commander and EDH, so we're here to break down what our top choices are for…
The Command ZoneSituation Awareness | #80
This week we're discussing what it means to have "situation awareness" (not to be confused with situational awareness). We'll be addressing how to take note…
The Command ZoneBlack – The Color Wheel Series | #79
We're talking about Black this week in our Color Wheel series. We'll be breaking down each of the 5 colors in Magic by learning its history, examining its base…
The Command ZoneUnpacking & SANCTUM OF UGIN! Battle For Zendikar Spoiler | #78
Josh is back from his 3 week trip to Asia and it's time to unpack all of the things that happened while he was gone! We talk about PAX, Worlds, the Community…
The Command ZoneCommunity Questions & Answers! (2/2) | The Command Zone #77
Part 2 of our listener Q&A is here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Command ZoneVoltron – EDH Archetypes | #76
We're covering all aspects of VOLTRON decks in EDH in our new archetype series. We'll be breaking down the archetype's versatility, uses, potential commanders…
The Command ZoneWhite – The Color Wheel Series | #75
We're talking about White this week in our Color Wheel series. We'll be breaking down each of the 5 colors in Magic by learning its history, examining its base…
The Command ZoneCommunity Questions & Answers! (1/2) | The Command Zone #74
We're answering listener submitted questions in part one of this Q&A! Part 2 will air next week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
The Command ZoneMagic Jargon | #73
We're looking at Magic lingo today and discussing the crazy 'secret' language of Magic players. What's a 187 creature? What about a hate bear? Find out! Learn…
The Command ZoneTop 10 Blue Cards in EDH/Commander | #72
Josh and Jimmy cover their top 10 favorite cards in BLUE for EDH/Commander. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Command ZoneSandbagging | #71
Jimmy and Josh bring an important topic to the table - Sandbagging! Err actually, they hold the topic in their hands until it's the right time to play it…
The Command ZoneKeeping it Current | #70
Josh and Jimmy discuss some of the happenings in and around Magic: the Gathering. We're having a conversation on the hot topics the community has been engaging…
The Command ZoneDeck Doctors: Rith, the Awakener | #69
The Deck Doctors are back! This week we cover a user submitted list for Rith, the Awakener and what cuts/adds to make to improve it. Learn more about your ad…
The Command ZoneToken Talk – EDH Archetypes | #68
We're covering all aspects of tokens in EDH in our new archetype series. We'll be breaking down the archetype's versatility, uses, potential commanders, and…
The Command ZoneDeck Doctors: Karona, False God | #67
It's time for another Deck Doctor! This week we cover a user submitted list for Karona, False God and what cuts/adds to make to improve it. Learn more about…
The Command ZoneRed – The Color Wheel Series | #66
We're talking about Red this week in our Color Wheel series. We'll be breaking down each of the 5 colors in Magic by learning its history, examining its base…
The Command ZonePlaneswalkers in EDH & Damia, Sage of Stone | #65
James Pianka is back on the show to talk about the usage of Planeswalkers in EDH and discuss his Damia, Sage of Stone Superfriends list! Learn more about your…
The Command ZoneCard Names & Flavor Text with James Pianka | #64
James Pianka joins the show to discuss the cards he created the names and flavor text for in Magic: Origins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
The Command ZoneMagic: Origins Set Review for EDH/Commander | #63
Josh and Jimmy review their top picks for EDH/Commander playables in Magic's newest set Origins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
The Command ZoneGlissa, the Traitor, Infect Deck Tech | #62
Craig Blanchette brings the podcast our very first Infect deck tech with Glissa, The Traitor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
The Command ZoneCommander Stats with EDHRec | #61
We're joined by Donald Miner, creator of EDHRec.com, to discuss Commander statistics. Who's the most popular general? What color is played the most? The least?…
The Command ZoneHigh Rolla$ Part 2 | #60
We're back with High Rolla$ part 2! Josh and Jimmy break down 10 more expensive Magic cards and whether they're worth their price tag. Learn more about your ad…
The Command ZoneMagic: Origins Spoiler & Planeswalker Review | #59
Jimmy and Josh reveal an exclusive Magic: Origins preview card: The Great Aurora! We also discuss each of the new dual-faced planeswalkers and their potential…
The Command ZoneTop 10 Black Cards in EDH/Commander | #58
Josh and Jimmy cover their top 10 favorite cards in BLACK for EDH/Commander. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Command ZoneDeck Doctors: Alesha, Who Smiles at Death | #57
Josh and Jimmy embark on their first official Deck Doctor! We cover a user submitted list for Alesha, Who Smiles at Death and what cuts/adds to make to improve…
The Command ZoneDeck Doctoring with Meghan & Maria from MtACast! | #56
We're joined by the hilarious Meghan & Maria from the Magic: the Amateuring podcast to discuss their history with the format and then deck doctor their two EDH…
The Command ZoneThreat Assessment & Sapling of Colfenor with Graham from LoadingReadyRun | #55
Graham Stark from LoadingReadyRun joins us to talk about Threat Assessment and deck tech his Sapling of Colfenor EDH deck. Learn more about your ad choices…
The Command ZoneStorytime with Wedge & The Professor | #54
Wedge from The Mana Source and The Professor from Tolarian College join us to recap some hilarious stories from GP Vegas and discuss #GoyfGate (or #TarmoGate…
The Command ZoneHigh Rolla$ | #53
The time has come to talk of many things... many dolla bills! We take a look at 10 cards from Magic's history that command a hefty price tag, whether they're…
The Command ZoneGP Vegas with CSprankleRun, Brainstorm Brewery, & More! | #52
Josh and Jimmy report in on just exactly how exhausted they are from GP Vegas with fun interviews with some friends at the event - Jason Alt & Corbin Hosler…
The Command ZoneDeck Tech: Jhoira of the Ghitu | #51
We're covering one of the meaner decks in EDH - ever hear of Jhoira of the Gitu? You'll know her name by the time the game is over, that's for sure... Learn…
The Command ZoneDeck Tech: Marchesa Revisited | #50
For our 50th episode we're revisiting our very first deck tech - Marchesa, the Black Rose! Josh and Jimmy have taken their Marchesa deck lists in two different…
The Command ZoneThe Banned List | #49
This week we break down the official ban list for EDH, whether we agree with each of the cards on it, and what might be possible bans in the future. Learn more…
The Command ZoneDeck Tech: Shadowborn Apostle / Athreos | #48
Who says you can't have more than one of the same card in an EDH deck? We deck tech Josh's new brew focused on the one and only (or in this case, one of many)…
The Command ZoneEDH vs Modern | #47
Josh and Jimmy breakdown some key points to correctly evaluating cards and what to pay attention to when figuring out what's good in EDH vs. Modern. We also…
The Command ZoneEDHiquette | #46
Etiquette - The customary code of polite behavior in society or among a particular profession or group. This is one of the more talked about and controversial…
The Command ZoneGreen – The Color Wheel Series | #45
We're talking about Green in a brand new series on The Color Wheel. We'll be breaking down each of the 5 colors in Magic by learning its history, examining its…
The Command ZoneTop 10 Green Cards in EDH/Commander| #44
Josh and Jimmy cover their top 10 favorite cards in GREEN for EDH/Commander. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Command ZonePoli-Tips & Poli-Tricks | #43
You're accustomed to the politics around the table. You've worked out some good deals in your tenure as an EDH player... now it's time for some advanced…