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“We Are the Borg” Precon Upgrade Guide | Star Trek | 774

Nov 10, 2026 1 hr 15 min

Ready to tune up the terrifyingly technological “We Are The Borg” (white/blue/black) Star Trek precon? Then tune your frequency to our $50 upgrade guide! We’ve got 10 cards to assimilate and 10 to remove from the collective so that on your next game night your opponents will learn that RESISTANCE IS FUTILE! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- WHATNOT: Join us LIVE on Tuesday 11/17 @ 3PM Pacific for gameplay and giveaways! Get $15 free when you sign up at: https://www.whatnot.com/invite/command RAYCON: Get up to 50% off sitewide during Raycon’s Black Friday sale! Just go to http://buyraycon.com/commandopen KINGMAKERS: Check out our new game show and find out who knows Commander best: https://youtu.be/PYdJyi1EziA -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: Beky Bell: X: https://x.com/bekybear Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bekybear/ "We are the Borg" Precon Upgrade Deck List: https://archidekt.com/decks/28248830/cz_774_we_are_the_borg_precon_upgrade Reality Fracture w/ Matt Mercer | Game Knights 88: https://youtu.be/6ibfhMHFQoE?si=KpRPMekRLOaw-Wte Stop Falling fo...

“Landing Party” Precon Upgrade Guide | Star Trek | 773

Nov 5, 2026 1 hr 9 min

It’s time to explore the strange new worlds of the Bant (green/white/blue) Star Trek precon, “Landing Party,” and discover how to pump up its power! In this $50 upgrade guide, we’ve got 10 new cards to beam into your list and 10 you can ditch planet-side to make room. With these swaps, your deck will be ready to crush your opponents the moment you make landfall. Don’t miss it! -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- WHATNOT: Join us LIVE on Tuesday 11/17 @ 3PM Pacific for gameplay and giveaways! Get $15 free when you sign up at: https://www.whatnot.com/invite/command FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free breakfast for one year, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off COMMAND ZONE MERCH STORE: Grab a signed deckbox, premium Apex sleeves, and more great Game Knights swag at reduced prices today at: https://store.commandzone.com -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: Joshua Murphy: X: https://x.com/alsonamedjosh Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/alsonamedjosh.bsky.social We Upgrade Each Other’s Decks w/ Murph...

Star Trek’s Most Powerful New Commanders | 772

Nov 3, 2026 1 hr 53 min

Magic’s newest set, Star Trek, takes MTG to the final frontier, but which courageous captain or shiny Spacecraft should you put at the helm of your next Commander deck? This episode, we’re going over the most powerful legends in the galaxy, giving you a rundown of all the strategies and synergies you need to make sure you’re equipped with the proper tools for your next away mission. What strange new decks will you discover? Let’s beam up and find out! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- RAYCON: Get up to 50% off sitewide during Raycon’s Black Friday sale! Just go to http://buyraycon.com/commandopen FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free breakfast for one year, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off WHATNOT: Join us LIVE on Tuesday 11/17 @ 3PM Pacific for gameplay and giveaways! Get $15 free when you sign up at: https://www.whatnot.com/invite/command -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: Marvel Super Heroes w/ ZachTheBold! | Game Knights 86: https://youtu.be/sxe7cXfplmg?si=kOj3KalP3Mk4ntFV Assassin’s Creed...

“Federation Fleet” Precon Upgrade Guide | Star Trek | 771

Oct 29, 2026 59 min

Are you Boldly Going to grab the new Jeskai (blue/red/white) “Federation Fleet” precon from MTG’s latest set, Star Trek? Well you’ve beamed onto the right planet, because It’s time for our $50 upgrade guide! We’ve got a list of 10 cards to add to your crew, and 10 you can throw out the airlock so you’ll be prepared for the REAL final frontier… your next game night! Engage! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON! Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- ALIENWARE: Upgrade your gaming experience today with Alienware. Be More Alien at Alienware.com/gameyourway RAYCON: Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your FREE trial today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: Jake Boss: Twitter: https://x.com/JakeBossMTG Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jakeboss.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jakebossmtg/ The Most Powerful Tribes | Game Knights 55: https://youtu.be/LWgZ9HXlK5Y?si=NapywlzK9FS5vsox Ally Beardsley: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allybeardsley/?hl=...

Leveling Up the Foundations Precons | 770

Oct 29, 2026 1 hr 41 min

The best Commander decks start with a strong foundation, or in this case, a strong Foundations precon! And today we’re upgrading the full suite of five new mono-color decks, giving you a few cards to swap in and fine tune their strategies and a few tips for piloting them successfully. Whether you’re new to the format or looking to expand your arsenal, these decks are worth another look. Let’s get into it! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- ALIENWARE: Upgrade your gaming experience today with Alienware. Be More Alien at Alienware.com/gameyourway RAYCON: Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your FREE trial today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: Reggie AKA Arcade: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reggiethearcade YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReggieTheArcade Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reggie.aka.arcade “Calling All Angels” Deck List: https://archidekt.com/decks/27820306/cz_770_calling_all_angels_precon_upgrade “K...

The Best Card from EVERY Commander Precon Ever | 769

Oct 21, 2026 4 hr 56 min

Teferi’s Protection, Fierce Guardianship, Toxic Deluge: Without Commander precons we wouldn’t have a ton of the format’s foremost staples. For this episode, we delved through ALL 150+ PRECONS to find you the very best new card from each one. What hidden gems are lurking in the 99s of all those boxes on your shelf? This is a long one, so grab your popcorn and your trade binders. Let’s get into it! -------- WATCH OUR NEW GAME SHOW: KINGMAKERS Find out who knows Commander the Best: https://youtu.be/PYdJyi1EziA -------- BROOKLYN BEDDING: Ready to upgrade your sleep? Brooklyn Bedding has you covered! Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code COMMAND at https://Brooklynbedding.com ALIENWARE: Upgrade your gaming experience today with Alienware. Be More Alien at https://Alienware.com/gameyourway -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: Cards We’ll Never Stop Playing in Commander | The Command Zone 763: https://youtu.be/Q-n3xUTbZlg?si=EaSkFs7tGiNZLhcO Beyond the Edge of Eternities: An MTG Movie: https://youtu.be/jclO7Mjfjq0?si=YXoxW6JX9xp6_bor Magic Card Designer vs His Own Creations | Extra Turns 63: https://youtu.be/6of5iD_QppM?si=vD93PRs2NALgdZFe Game Knights Live: Clash of the Titans w/ Ashlizzlle | Mag...

Magic Rules that Don’t Make Sense | 768

Oct 16, 2026 1 hr 15 min

So you think you know how Magic works, huh? WRONG! It’s almost impossible to fully know the game! Magic has hundreds of pages of rules, and some of them make no sense at all. This episode, we’re going through Magic’s weirdest, most unintuitive, least understood rules and telling you exactly how they work and exactly what boggles our minds about them. Ready to learn something? Let’s get into it! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- BROOKLYN BEDDING: Ready to upgrade your sleep? Brooklyn Bedding has you covered! Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code COMMAND at https://Brooklynbedding.com ALIENWARE: Upgrade your gaming experience today with Alienware. Be More Alien at Alienware.com/gameyourway WHATNOT: Join us LIVE on Saturday 10/17 @ 4PM Pacific for Reality Fracture gameplay and giveaways! Get $15 free when you sign up at: https://www.whatnot.com/invite/command -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: You're Reading Cards WRONG | The Command Zone 560: https://youtu.be/7eBGjtysGcY?si=jy-gDxS170Gd8Lsi Reality Fracture w/ Matt Mercer | Game Knights 88: https://youtu.b...

Stop Falling for these Commander Deckbuilding Traps | 767

Oct 8, 2026 1 hr 28 min

Deckbuilding may seem fun, but it’s also incredibly DANGEROUS! From unfocused gameplans to awkward mana curves, everywhere you look there are traps and pitfalls just waiting to kill your grand vision. Today, let us be your guides through the perilous world of brewing Commander decks. With our help, you can avoid these common missteps and make sure your decks are all ready for action! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON! Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- RAYCON: Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! ALIENWARE: Start your Alienware journey with the streamlined Alienware 15 gaming laptop. Get yours today at: https://Alienware.com/15 WHATNOT: Join us LIVE on Saturday 10/17 @ 4PM Pacific for Reality Fracture gameplay and giveaways! Get $15 free when you sign up at: https://www.whatnot.com/invite/command -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: Commander Deckbuilding Template for the New Era | The Command Zone 658: https://youtu.be/OSNV6224cHg?si=XzfwDSqg2FkXThcE How to Level-Up Your Removal | The Command Zone 762: https://youtu.be/LDkLS6fo6cU?si=XULSVJId8Flz...

Reality Fracture’s Best New Cards (In the 99) | 766

Sep 29, 2026 1 hr 57 min

Ready to step into a fresh new world of power? Reality Fracture has you covered with a multiverse’s worth of sweet new tools for your 99. This episode, we’ll lay out all the cards you don't want to miss from MTG’s latest in-universe set, and trust us, there’s some real staple potential going on with some of these picks. Jace’s Echoverse might not have lasted long, but these cards are here to stay, so let’s get started! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- GAME KNIGHTS LIVE RETURNS TO ATLANTA: Game Knights Live is warping into MagicCon Atlanta for an out-of-this-world Commander showdown. Don't miss the Greatest Show in the Multiverse! Set a course for adventure and grab your badge today at: https://www.tinyurl.com/MCAtlantaGKLive -------- SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your FREE trial today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz BROOKLYN BEDDING: Ready to upgrade your sleep? Brooklyn Bedding has you covered! Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code COMMAND at https://Brooklynbedding.com RAYCON: Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! -------- 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 t...

Reality Fracture’s Most Powerful New Commanders | 765

Sep 22, 2026 1 hr 49 min

Bad news: Jace has broken the multiverse. Good news: That means YOU get some broken new Commanders to play with! That’s right, this episode we’re going over the most powerful new legends from MTG’s latest in-universe set, Reality Fracture. We’ll lay out everything you need to know to start crafting around these cool color-swapped characters, so you can turn YOUR universe into one where you have a sweet new deck. Come watch! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your FREE trial today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz BROOKLYN BEDDING: Ready to upgrade your sleep? Brooklyn Bedding has you covered! Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code COMMAND at https://Brooklynbedding.com RAYCON: Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: Matt Mercer: X: https://x.com/matthewmercer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthewmercervo/ Gavin Verhey: X: https://x.com/GavinVerhey Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gavinverhey Bluesky: http...

“Multiverse Reforged” Precon Upgrade Guide | Reality Fracture | 764

Sep 18, 2026 59 min

Behold Jace’s perfect world in the form of the four-color ”Multiverse Reforged” Reality Fracture precon! He may have “improved” the multiverse, but now it’s up to us to improve his deck with our $50 upgrade guide. We’ll lay out 10 cards to bring into existence, and 10 to banish into nothingness to make this deck a true masterpiece. Soon you’ll be reforging the reality of your next game night into one where you are VICTORIOUS! Let’s get started. -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- BROOKLYN BEDDING: Ready to upgrade your sleep? Brooklyn Bedding has you covered! Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code COMMAND at https://Brooklynbedding.com FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free breakfast for one year, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off RAYCON: Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: "Multiverse Reforged" Precon Upgrade Deck List: https://archidekt.com/decks/26481258/cz_764_multiverse_reforged_precon_upgrade -------- Fol...

Cards We’ll Never Stop Playing | 763

Sep 15, 2026 1 hr 25 min

Sometimes, you just like something. Even if it's overcosted or never pays off, a pet card holds a special place in your heart. This episode, we’re polling the Command Zone staff to find each of their most beloved pet cards. From old staples to new flavor pieces that just tickle their fancy, everyone has a different fun justification for their picks, so let's jump in! -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- WHATNOT: Join us Thursday 9/17 @ 2PM Pacific for LIVE retro MTG giveaways, games, and more! Get $15 free when you sign up at: https://www.whatnot.com/invite/command BROOKLYN BEDDING: Ready to upgrade your sleep? Brooklyn Bedding has you covered! Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code COMMAND at https://Brooklynbedding.com RAYCON: Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: Joshua Murphy: X: @alsonamedjosh Bluesky: @alsonamedjosh.bsky.social Gaurav Gulati: X: @DoubleGXG Jordan Pridgen: X: @jordanpigeon Instagram: @jordanpridgen Bluesky: @jordanpigeon.bsky.social Jake Boss:...

The Complete Guide to Removal in Commander | 762

Sep 11, 2026 1 hr 41 min

“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! -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- GAME KNIGHTS LIVE RETURNS TO ATLANTA: Game Knights Live is warping into MagicCon Atlanta for an out-of-this-world Commander showdown. Don't miss the Greatest Show in the Multiverse! Set a course for adventure and grab your badge today at: https://www.tinyurl.com/MCAtlantaGKLive -------- WHATNOT: Join us Thursday 9/17 @ 2PM Pacific for LIVE retro MTG giveaways, games, and more! Get $15 free when you sign up at: https://www.whatnot.com/invite/command RAYCON: Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free breakfast for one year, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off -------- 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...

Don’t Buy Staples. Buy These Cards Instead | 761

Sep 8, 2026 1 hr 48 min

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! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free breakfast for one year, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off RAYCON: Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your FREE trial today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: Reggie AKA Arcade: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reggiethearcade YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReggieTheArcade Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reggie.aka.arcade 200-Card Decks! | Extra Turns...

We Upgrade Each Other’s Decks w/ Murph | 760

Sep 1, 2026 1 hr 32 min

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! -------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mystery Booster Commander’s Most Powerful New Legends | 759

Aug 25, 2026 1 hr 34 min

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! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- WHATNOT: Be there Aug. 27 @ 4pm PT as The Prof joins us LIVE in-studio for an epic Whatnot event full of giveaways, gameplay, and more! Get $15 free when you sign up at: https://www.whatnot.com/invite/command SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your FREE trial today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free breakfast for one year, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: What's Inside Mystery Booster Commander Edition?: https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/feature/whats-inside-mystery-booster-commander-edit...

The Hobbit’s Best New Cards (In the 99) | 758

Aug 18, 2026 2 hr 6 min

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! -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your FREE trial today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free breakfast for a year, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off RAYCON: Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: Does Commander Have a Turn Order Problem? | The Command Zone 755: https://youtu.be/bBZ-PvOyYKY?si=sR8TZO1AAnPbJ6Sv The Hobbit w/ Post Malone! | Game Knights 87: https://youtu.be/iD3BPb7WzPo?si=dVsxLwQ2PAoFNJQ4 -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast F...

Four Hobbit Commander Decks to Build Right Now | 757

Aug 11, 2026 1 hr 30 min

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! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON! Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free breakfast for one year, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off RAYCON: Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your FREE trial today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: Reggie AKA Arcade: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reggiethearcade YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReggieTheArcade Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reggie.aka.arcade The Great Goblin Deck List: https://archidekt.com/decks/24659968/cz_757_the_great_goblin Beorn, th...

The Hobbit’s Most Powerful New Commanders | 756

Aug 3, 2026 1 hr 38 min

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. -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- RAYCON Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! SHOPIFY Power your business with Shopify. Start your FREE trial today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz BROOKLYN BEDDING: Ready to upgrade your sleep? Brooklyn Bedding has you covered! Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code COMMAND at https://Brooklynbedding.com -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: Nerd of The Rings: X: https://x.com/nerdoftherings1 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NerdoftheRings Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nerdoftherings/?hl=en Post Malone: X: https://x.com/PostMalone Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@postmalone Instagram: https://www.i...

How Important is Turn Order Really? | The Command Zone 755

Jul 29, 2026 2 hr 17 min

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! -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- RAYCON: Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your FREE trial today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz BROOKLYN BEDDING: Ready to upgrade your sleep? Brooklyn Bedding has you covered! Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code COMMAND at https://Brooklynbedding.com -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: Playgroup.gg Data: https://playgroup.gg/metagame/2026/may Steel City Spectacular 2025 cEDH Tournament Results: https://edhtop16.com/tournament/steel-city-spectacular-20k-cedh-main-event NO BANLIST COMMANDER! (ft. Crim) | Extra Turns 73:...

Are You Ruining Commander Night? | 754

Jul 22, 2026 1 hr 21 min

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! -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your FREE trial today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz RAYCON: Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! MARVEL STRIKE FORCE: Download Marvel Strike Force and use promo code SPIDER to unlock Spider-Man and Hulk for free: https://tinyurl.com/GetMSF -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: Reggie the Arcade: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reggiethearcade YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReggieTheArcade Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reggie.aka.arcade Joe Johnson: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/blackneto.bsky.social...

The Best Commander from EVERY Magic Set Ever | 753

Jul 16, 2026 4 hr 8 min

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! -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- ORIGINAL MAGIC ART: Support Dandan Magic artist Drew Tucker and grab a unique playmat and token set by backing his Original Magic Art kickstarter today at: https://www.tinyurl.com/DrewTuckerOMA BROOKLYN BEDDING: Ready to upgrade your sleep? Brooklyn Bedding has you covered! Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code COMMAND at https://Brooklynbedding.com -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: Post Malone Plays Magic: The Gathering | Game Knights 45: https://tinyurl.com/y6cy7dkz Craig Blanchette: https://x.com/craigblanchette We Rate Each Other's Decks w/ Tomer (MTGGoldfish) | The Command Zone 742: https://tinyurl.com/njj956x2 Professor & Melissa DeTora | Kaseto, Karametra...

We Draft Banned Cards | 752

Jul 8, 2026 1 hr 29 min

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! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- ORIGINAL MAGIC ART: Support Dandan Magic artist Drew Tucker and grab a unique playmat and token set by backing his Original Magic Art kickstarter today at: ⁠https://www.tinyurl.com/DrewTuckerOMA⁠ RAYCON: Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free greens per box, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your FREE trial today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz -------- 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 yo...

Marvel Super Heroes Best New Cards (In the 99) | 751

Jul 1, 2026 2 hr 5 min

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! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- GAME KNIGHTS LIVE RETURNS TO ATLANTA: Badges for Amsterdam may be sold out, but have no fear: Game Knights Live is warping into MagicCon Atlanta for an out-of-this-world Commander showdown! Don't miss the Greatest Show in the Multiverse. Set a course for adventure and grab your badge today at: https://www.tinyurl.com/MCAtlantaGKLive -------- REDDIT Reddit is where players gather! Download the Reddit app today and dive into r/MagicTCG for the latest gaming updates. ORIGINAL MAGIC ART Support Dandan Magic artist Drew Tucker and grab a unique playmat and token set by backing his Original Magic Art kickstarter today at: https://www.tinyurl.com/DrewTuckerOMA BROOKLYN BEDDING Ready to upgrade your sleep? Brooklyn Bedding has you covered! Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code COMMAND at https://Brooklynbedding.com -------- 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 the...

“Fantastic Four” Precon Upgrade Guide | Marvel Super Heroes | 750

Jun 26, 2026 1 hr 15 min

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. -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- GAME KNIGHTS LIVE RETURNS TO ATLANTA: Badges for Amsterdam may be sold out, but have no fear: Game Knights Live is warping into MagicCon Atlanta for an out-of-this-world Commander showdown! Don't miss the Greatest Show in the Multiverse. Set a course for adventure and grab your badge today at: https://www.tinyurl.com/MCAtlantaGKLive -------- BROOKLYN BEDDING: Ready to upgrade your sleep? Brooklyn Bedding has you covered! Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code COMMAND at https://Brooklynbedding.com SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz REDDIT: Reddit is where players gather! Download the Reddit app today and dive into r/MagicTCG for the latest gaming updates. -------- 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 epi...

“Wakanda Forever” Precon Upgrade Guide | Marvel Super Heroes | 749

Jun 23, 2026 1 hr 12 min

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. -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- GAME KNIGHTS LIVE RETURNS TO ATLANTA: Badges for Amsterdam may be sold out, but have no fear: Game Knights Live is warping into MagicCon Atlanta for an out-of-this-world Commander showdown! Don't miss the Greatest Show in the Multiverse. Set a course for adventure and grab your badge today at: https://www.tinyurl.com/MCAtlantaGKLive -------- BROOKLYN BEDDING: Ready to upgrade your sleep? Brooklyn Bedding has you covered! Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code COMMAND at https://Brooklynbedding.com SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz REDDIT: Reddit is where players gather! Download the Reddit app today and dive into r/MagicTCG for the latest gaming updates. -------- 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...

Marvel Super Heroes Most Powerful New Commanders | 748

Jun 18, 2026 1 hr 58 min

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. -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- GAME KNIGHTS LIVE RETURNS TO ATLANTA: Badges for Amsterdam may be sold out, but have no fear: Game Knights Live is warping into MagicCon Atlanta for an out-of-this-world Commander showdown! Don't miss the Greatest Show in the Multiverse. Set a course for adventure and grab your badge today at: https://www.tinyurl.com/MCAtlantaGKLive -------- SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz REDDIT: Reddit is where players gather! Download the Reddit app today and dive into r/MagicTCG for the latest gaming updates. FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free greens per box, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off -------- 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 p...

“Doom Prevails" Precon Upgrade Guide | Marvel Super Heroes | 747

Jun 11, 2026 1 hr 10 min

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! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- GAME KNIGHTS LIVE RETURNS TO AMSTERDAM: 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 -------- FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free greens per box, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz RAYCON: Thanks Raycon for sponsoring! Get 15% off on Raycon products like the new Essential Open Earbuds at: https://www.buyraycon.com/commandopen -------- 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...

“Avengers Assemble” Full Deck Reveal + Upgrade | Marvel Super Heroes | 746

Jun 8, 2026 1 hr 2 min

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! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- LINK TO FULL “AVENGERS ASSEMBLE” DECK LIST: https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/marvel-super-heroes-commander-decklists -------- GAME KNIGHTS LIVE RETURNS TO AMSTERDAM: 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 -------- FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free greens per box, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz RAYCON: Thanks Raycon for sponsoring! Get 15% off on Raycon products like the new Essential Open Earbuds at: https://www.buyraycon.com/commandopen -------- 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! UL...

How to Play Commander | 745

Jun 3, 2026 1 hr 18 min

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! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- RAYCON: Thanks Raycon for sponsoring! Get 15% off on Raycon products like the new Essential Open Earbuds at: https://www.buyraycon.com/commandopen SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz REDDIT: Reddit is where players gather! Download the Reddit app today and dive into r/MagicTCG for the latest gaming updates. -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: Learn to Play Magic: The Gathering | Presented by The Command Zone: https://youtu.be/pISs64CG6Tg?si=3QHhlHiVtCQ...

Cards We Were Wrong About | 744

May 28, 2026 1 hr 35 min

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. -------- SUPPORT OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- REDDIT: Reddit is where players gather! Download the Reddit app today and dive into r/MagicTCG for the latest gaming updates. RAYCON: Thanks Raycon for sponsoring! Get 15% off on Raycon products like the new Essential Open Earbuds at: https://www.buyraycon.com/commandopen SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: The Best Cards (In the 99) - March of the Machine | The Command Zone 529: https://youtu.be/J3ADtaBWX68?si=JhRUDwawUkrPIKog Compleated...

Unique Builds w/ Popular Commanders | 743

May 19, 2026 1 hr 54 min

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! -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz REDDIT: Reddit is where players gather! Download the Reddit app today and dive into r/MagicTCG for the latest gaming updates. RAYCON: Thanks Raycon for sponsoring! Get 15% off on Raycon products like the new Essential Open Earbuds at: https://www.buyraycon.com/commandopen -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: Reggie the Arcade: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reggiethearcade YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReggieTheArcade Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reggie.aka.arcade Reggie the Arcade Rap Battles Krenko: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fq7_WXykeX8 htt...

We Roast Each Other's Decks w/ Tomer (MTGGoldfish) | 742

May 15, 2026 2 hr 10 min

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. -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- REDDIT: Reddit is where players gather! Download the Reddit app today and dive into r/MagicTCG for the latest gaming updates. RAYCON: Thanks Raycon for sponsoring! Get 15% off on Raycon products like the new Essential Open Earbuds at: https://www.buyraycon.com/commandopen SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: Tomer Abramovici: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/budgetcommander.bsky.social Twitter: https://x.com/BudgetCommander Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@MTGGoldfishCommander https://www.youtube.com/@MTGGo...

“Witherbloom Pestilence” Precon Upgrade | Secrets of Strixhaven | 741

May 8, 2026 1 hr 6 min

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! -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the content and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- RAYCON: Thanks Raycon for sponsoring! Get 15% off on Raycon products like the new Essential Open Earbuds at: https://www.buyraycon.com/commandopen FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free greens per box, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: Josh Murphy: Twitter: @alsonamedjosh Bluesky: @alsonamedjosh.bsky.social “Witherbloom Pestilence” Precon Upgrade Deck List: https://archidekt.com/decks/22389108/cz_741_witherbloom_pestilence_precon_upgrade...

Best Commanders for Beginners | 740

May 5, 2026 1 hr 6 min

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. -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- RAYCON: Thanks Raycon for sponsoring! Get 15% off on Raycon products like the new Essential Open Earbuds at: https://www.buyraycon.com/commandopen FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free greens per box, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: Rachel's Ruxa, Patient Professor: For Beginners: https://archidekt.com/decks/10372167/ruxa_patient_professor_for_beginners The Best Token...

Secrets of Strixhaven’s Best New Cards (In the 99) | 739

Apr 30, 2026 1 hr 45 min

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! -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- BOOT.DEV: Click this link → https://www.boot.dev?promo=COMMANDZONE and use our code COMMANDZONE to get 25% off your first payment for boot.dev. Thank you Boot.Dev for Sponsoring! SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz 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 -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: 10 PLAYER Commander Game!: https://youtu.be/CvyRDmwOeCs?si=MIhwZWPhvrdyA_Wg PleasantKenobi: YouTube:...

“Silverquill Influence” Precon Upgrade | Secrets of Strixhaven | 738

Apr 24, 2026 1 hr 13 min

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! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- 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 -------- SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz RAYCON: Celebrate the moms in your life with Raycon’s Everyday Earbuds Classic now featuring Active Noise Cancellation! To get 15% off go to: https://www.buyraycon.com/command 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 -------- 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...

“Quandrix Unlimited” Precon Upgrade | Secrets of Strixhaven | 737

Apr 21, 2026 1 hr 15 min

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! -------- 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 -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz RAYCON: Celebrate the moms in your life with Raycon’s Everyday Earbuds Classic now featuring Active Noise Cancellation! To get 15% off go to: https://www.buyraycon.com/command 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 -------- 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 sponsorin...

Secrets of Strixhaven’s Most Powerful New Commanders | 736

Apr 20, 2026 2 hr 21 min

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! -------- 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 -------- 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 RAYCON: Celebrate the moms in your life with Raycon’s Everyday Earbuds Classic now featuring Active Noise Cancellation! To get 15% off go to: https://www.buyraycon.com/command SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz -------- 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 a...

“Lorehold Spirit” Precon Upgrade | Secrets of Strixhaven | 735

Apr 9, 2026 1 hr 21 min

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! -------- 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 -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- RAYCON: Celebrate the moms in your life with Raycon’s Everyday Earbuds Classic now featuring Active Noise Cancellation! To get 15% off go to: https://www.buyraycon.com/command FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free greens per box, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz -------- 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...

“Prismari Artistry” Precon Upgrade | Secrets of Strixhaven | 734

Apr 7, 2026 1 hr 1 min

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! -------- 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 -------- RAYCON: Celebrate the moms in your life with Raycon’s Everyday Earbuds Classic now featuring Active Noise Cancellation! To get 15% off go to: https://www.buyraycon.com/command FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free greens per box, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz -------- 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...

Why Overlap Is The Key To Good Deck Building | 733

Apr 1, 2026 1 hr 1 min

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! -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz RAYCON: Refresh your spring routine with Raycon’s Earbuds Classic now featuring Active Noise Cancellation! Save on your order at: https://www.buyraycon.com/command BROOKLYN BEDDING: Ready to upgrade your sleep? Brooklyn Bedding has you covered! Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code COMMAND at https://Brooklynbedding.com -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: How to Start and Grow Your Channel from 0 Views 0 Subs [Tips & Hacks...

Trade Power for Joy with Bracket 1 Commander | 732

Mar 23, 2026 1 hr 47 min

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! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz BROOKLYN BEDDING: Ready to upgrade your sleep? Brooklyn Bedding has you covered! Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code COMMAND at https://Brooklynbedding.com RAYCON: Refresh your spring routine with Raycon’s Earbuds Classic now featuring Active Noise Cancellation! To save 20% go to: https://www.buyraycon.com/command -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: Olivia Gobert-Hicks: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/goberthick...

What's Up w/ Bracket 4? | 731

Mar 17, 2026 1 hr 34 min

Ready to push “casual” Commander as far as it can go without crossing into cEDH territory? Then have we got a bracket for you! This episode, we’ve got our spikey friend Joe Johnson in the house to lay out how to soup up your deckbuilding for the Bracket 4 big leagues. It’s a playstyle full of complexity and competition, but it’s also a blast to play. So grab all your game changers and get ready to brew! -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free breakfast for one year, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off RAYCON: Refresh your spring routine with Raycon’s Earbuds Classic now featuring Active Noise Cancellation! To save 20% go to: https://www.buyraycon.com/command -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: Joe Johnson: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/blackneto.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/josephhjohnsonjr/ Youtube: https://...

This Is Why Your Deck Feels Slow | Understanding Mana Curve | 730

Mar 10, 2026 1 hr 21 min

When you have a bad mana curve, it can feel like everyone else has built their board before you’ve even started to play. This episode, we’re going over everything you need to know about crafting your deck’s perfect mana curve. If you want to win more, waste less, and make a bigger impact on your games this episode is for you. Let’s get started! -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free breakfast for one year, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off BROOKLYN BEDDING: Ready to upgrade your sleep? Brooklyn Bedding has you covered! Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code COMMAND at https://Brooklynbedding.com RAYCON: Refresh your spring routine with Raycon’s Earbuds Classic now featuring Active Noise Cancellation! To save 20% go to: https://www.buyraycon.com/command -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: Budget Brew Beatdown feat. Reminder Text | Extra Turns 68: https://youtu.be/xjr2AB1yTtU?si=frZEVQm0AOSLfdvP Salubrious Snail: Website: www.salubrioussnail.com/ YouTube...

The Best Commander Card from EVERY Magic Set | 729

Mar 3, 2026 3 hr 40 min

In Magic’s 33 years, Wizards has printed over 120 sets containing more than 30,000 unique cards. But which are the best of the best? The cream of the cardboard? The rectangles that truly wreck? This episode, we’re going set by set and picking the top cards from every standard set in MTG’s history. The journey goes all the way from Alpha to Lorwyn, so let’s get started! -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- RAYCON: Refresh your spring routine with Raycon’s Earbuds Classic now featuring Active Noise Cancellation! To save 20% go to: https://www.buyraycon.com/command BROOKLYN BEDDING: Ready to upgrade your sleep? Brooklyn Bedding has you covered! Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code COMMAND at https://Brooklynbedding.com SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz -------- 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 -------- Relevant Links: Magic's Best Worst Card: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_ndD-QmPJg Kaldheim w/ Hawk from Cobra Kai | Game Knights 42: https://youtu.be/JuDcK9dYwqY?si=HSJuSxU1P8RL4dQL...

All the Cards You Missed from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles | 728

Feb 24, 2026 1 hr 38 min

Since much of the TMNT set leaked like a canister full of radioactive Ooze, we covered most of the cards early! But now it’s time to go-over all the great cards that stayed hidden like true ninjas. This episode, we’re bringing you the remaining commons, uncommons, and Commander cards that will make you yell, “Cowabunga!” Come check it out. -------- GAME KNIGHTS FAN AUDITION WINNERS: We have a winner! Two, in fact! Want to see which fans will be making a guest appearance on Game Knights? Then stick around until the end of the episode. -------- JOIN OUR PATREON! Support the channel and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- THE PET’S TABLE: Help your dog live their best life with high-quality food from The Pets Table. Get 55% off your first box + 10% off the next two with code COMMAND55 at: https://www.thepetstable.com SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz ORIGINAL MAGIC ART: Support iconic Magic artist Mark Poole and grab a stunning new playmat or art print by backing his Original Magic Art kickstarter today at: https://www.tinyurl.com/markpooleoma -------- 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...

“Turtle Power!” Full Deck Reveal + Upgrade | Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles | 727

Feb 19, 2026 1 hr 8 min

It’s time to see how much “Turtle Power” the TMNT precon is packing with our EXCLUSIVE reveal of this brand new Commander deck! We’ve got a shell-shockingly large number of never-before-seen cards to show off including a ton of cool new tech. Plus we’ll even lay out how to turtle soup-up the list with our expert upgrade guide. There’s a ton packed into this episode that you do not want to miss, so come out of your shell and join us! -------- JOIN OUR TEAM! Now’s your chance to join our growing team of professionals dedicated to making the highest-quality MTG content on the internet. We’re looking for creative, hard-working, and enthusiastic candidates of all experience levels who are ready to bring their unique skills and perspective. Find more info here: https://commandzone.com/jobs/ -------- SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free breakfast for one year, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off RAYCON: Thanks Raycon for sponsoring! Get 15% off on Raycon audio products like the new Essential Open Earbuds at: https://www.buyraycon.com/commandopen -------- 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...

Are Commander Unbans the New Normal? | The Future of the Ban List | 726

Feb 10, 2026 1 hr 38 min

That’s right: TWO cards have come off the Commander ban list, but how will they shake up the game? This episode, we’re breaking down the latest Banned & Restricted announcements for the format, going over what’s changed, what hasn’t, and what’s on the horizon. Plus, which of your decks will have to say Farewell to Bracket 2 after the new game changer update? Tune in and find out! -------- JOIN OUR TEAM! Now’s your chance to join our growing team of professionals dedicated to making the highest-quality MTG content on the internet. We’re looking for creative, hard-working, and enthusiastic candidates of all experience levels who are ready to bring their unique skills and perspective. Find more info here: https://commandzone.com/jobs/ -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free breakfast for one year, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off RAYCON: Thanks Raycon for sponsoring! Get 15% off on Raycon audio products like the new Essential Open Earbuds at: https://www.buyraycon.com/commandopen ORIGINAL MAGIC ART: Support iconic Magic artist Mark Poole and grab a stunning new playmat or art print by backing his Original Magic Art kickstarter today at: https://www.tinyurl.com/markpooleoma -------- 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 U...

The Best Leaked Cards from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles | 725

Feb 4, 2026 2 hr 16 min

After the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles crashed the party at Lorwyn Eclipsed prerelease, every rare and mythic from #MTGxTMT has been officially revealed. So we’re coming out of our shell to talk about them early! We’re laying out which cards are packing the most turtle power for Commander, and breaking down the bodacious synergies to really make them pop. Grab a slice and check it out! -------- JOIN OUR TEAM! Now’s your chance to join our growing team of professionals dedicated to making the highest-quality MTG content on the internet. We’re looking for creative, hard-working, and enthusiastic candidates of all experience levels who are ready to bring their unique skills and perspective. Find more info here: https://commandzone.com/jobs/ -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- RAYCON: Thanks Raycon for sponsoring! Get 15% off on Raycon audio products like the new Essential Open Earbuds at: https://www.buyraycon.com/commandopen WARBY PARKER: Our listeners get 15% off plus free shipping when they buy two or more pairs of prescription glasses at https://www.WarbyParker.com/COMMAND — using our link helps support the show. #WarbyParker #ad NORDVPN: 🌏Get exclusive NordVPN deal here ➵ https://NordVPN.com/commandzone It’s risk free with Nord’s 30 day money-back guarantee!✌ -------- 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 PR...