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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
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Best New Multi-Colored Commanders from Crimson Vow | #429
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…
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Commander Politics: Dealing with Dealers | #428
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…
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Stranger Things Have Happened | #427
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…
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Decks We Built...But Hated | #426
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…
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Game Knights: Roundtable w/ Xolo & Voxy (Midnight Hunt) | #12
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…
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Midnight Hunt - In the 99 Analysis | #425
The Midnight Hunt has officially begun! All sorts of Werewolves, Zombies, Spirits, and horrifying beasts emerge from the shadows. But which should see the…
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Undead Unleashed" Budget Precon Upgrade Guide - Midnight Hunt | #424
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"Coven Counters" Budget Precon Upgrade Guide - Midnight Hunt | #423
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”…
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The Mono-Colored Commanders from Midnight Hunt | #422
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…
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Golos has been BANNED! (And Worldfire Unbanned) | #421B
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…
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`Dimir Zombies "Undead Unleashed" Full Deck Reveal - Midnight Hunt | #421
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…
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Midnight Hunt - Best New Multi-Colored Commanders | #420
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…
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The Most Cutthroat Cards in Commander | #419
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…
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How to Have More FUN in Commander | #418
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…
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Upgrade Your Interaction | #417
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…
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AFC Best New Cards | #416
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…
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AFC New Commander Analysis | #415
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…
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Bant Equipment - Budget Precon Upgrade Guide - Forgotten Realms AFC | #414
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…
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AFR - Green, Multicolored & Colorless Review | #413
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…
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AFR - Black & White Review | #412
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! Learn…
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AFR - Red & Blue Review | #411
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…
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Rakdos Treasures - Budget Precon Upgrade Guide - Forgotten Realms AFC | #410
Forbidden arcane power has never been more affordable! This episode, Game Knights editor Jake Boss joins DJ for our “Planar Portal” Forgotten Realms budget…
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Forgotten Realms - Best New Mono Colored Commanders | #409
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…
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Gruul Dragons - Budget Precon Upgrade Guide - Forgotten Realms AFC | #408
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…
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Hullbreacher has been BANNED!
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…
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Esper Dungeons - Budget Precon Upgrade Guide - Forgotten Realms AFC | #407
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…
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Bant Equipment Full Deck Reveal - Forgotten Realms | #406
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…
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Forgotten Realms - Best New Multicolored Commanders | #405
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…
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The Best Game Enders in Commander | #404
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…
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MH2 - Green & Red Review | #403
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…
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MH2 - Blue & Colorless Review | #402
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…
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Game Knights: Roundtable w/ Post Malone (MH2) | #11
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…
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MH2 - White, Black & Multicolored Review | #401
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…
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How to Play Commander | #400
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…
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The Best New Commanders from Modern Horizons 2 | #399
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…
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C21 New Commander Deep Dive (Part Two) | #398
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Modern Horizons 2 Preview Card | Rise and Shine
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C21 New Commander Deep Dive (Part One) | #397
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…
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C21 New Card Analysis (Part Two) | #396
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…
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Game Knights: Roundtable – Strixhaven | #10
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…
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C21 New Card Analysis (Part One) | #395
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…
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Witherbloom Precon - Budget Upgrade Guide | #394
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…
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Strixhaven Set Review (Part Two) | #393
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…
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Strixhaven Set Review (Part One) | #392
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…
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Silverquill Precon - Budget Upgrade Guide | #391
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…
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Strixhaven Traditional Commander Review | #390
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…
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Lorehold Precon - Budget Upgrade Guide | #389
Grab your shovels and start digging up some artifacts! Today, editor Josh “Murph” Murphy joins us for the “Lorehold Legacies” precon budget upgrade guide…
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Quandrix Precon - Budget Upgrade Guide | #388
Ready for some token-transforming mathemagic? Our “Quantum Quandrix” precon budget upgrade is here! We’ve done all the addition and subtraction for you…
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Strixhaven MDFCommanders | #387
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…
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Prismari Precon Budget Upgrade Guide | #386
Want to show off some Prismari flair without breaking the bank? Our budget upgrade guide for the new Strixhaven “Prismari Performance” precon is here to help!…
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Lorehold Precon - Full Deck Reveal | #385
Preview season isn’t over yet, in fact today we have a whole deck to preview! This episode we reveal the entire decklist for the upcoming “Lorehold Legacies”…
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Strixhaven Preview Card | Tempted by the Oriq | #384
Strixhaven is right around the corner, and we’ve got an exclusive new preview card to unveil! It’s a powerful piece of card advantage that can help you steal…
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The Most Powerful Synergies in Commander | #383
If you want to get the most out of your cards, you’ve got to make sure that they’re working together. This episode, DJ from Jumbo Commander returns to discuss…
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Game Knights: Roundtable – Time Spiral Remastered | #09
After a high-powered Game Knight full of wheels and deals, it’s time to call together The Roundtable! NFL player Cassius Marsh and cosplayer Ashlen Rose join…
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The Art of the Board Wipe | #382
Wrath effects. Love ‘em or hate ‘em, when the battlefield gets out of control, sometimes you just need to hit the reset button. This episode we the different…
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How Did We Get Here? | #381
The Command Zone has come a long way, but how did we get to where we are? Who were Jimmy and Josh and what did they do before starting the podcast? To answer…
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Time Spiral Remastered Preview Cards | #380
Old is new and new is old! Time Spiral Remastered is on the way and that means we need to reveal our three exciting preview cards. Including a format staple in…
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The NEW Commander Deck Building Template | #379
Choosing 100 cards for your Commander deck can feel like an overwhelming task, but The Command Zone is here to help! This episode we update and revisit our…
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Azorius "Phantom Premonition" [Kaldheim] Budget Upgrade Guide | #378
We’ve had a premonition! The future holds… a stronger commander deck! This episode we take a look at the Kaldheim “Phantom Premonition” precon deck, and give…
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Game Knights: Roundtable – Kaldheim | #08
We reconvene at the Roundtable once again to discuss the Kaldheim episode of Game Knights. Guests Jacob Bertrand (Cobra Kai) and Rachel Weeks (CAG member) join…