Episodes

  • What Are the Best 3+ Mana Rocks in Commander? | 637

    What Are the Best 3+ Mana Rocks in Commander? | 637
    Oct 30 2024
    You know what mana-ROCKS? Fantasy-drafting artifacts that ramp! This episode, Jimmy, JLK, and Rachel are picking the best mana rocks (over 2 mana) in Commander. We all know that two-drop ramp pieces are great, but which cards demand an include on the upper end of the curve? Tune in and find out! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- ORGAIN: For delicious real nutrition, check out Orgain’s 30 gram protein shakes. Support the show and get 20% off your order by using code COMMAND at: https://www.Orgain.com/COMMAND 1PASSWORD: Don’t let security slow your business down. Keep your passwords secure and organized all in one place with a 2-week free trial of 1Password at https://1password.com/commandzone -------- 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! ULTRAPRO: Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their PRO GLOSS eclipse sleeves and super classy MYTHIC COLLECTION deck boxes. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list -------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • How to Play BLUE w/ Josh Lee Kwai | 636

    How to Play BLUE w/ Josh Lee Kwai | 636
    Oct 23 2024
    With tons of counterspells, card draw, and instant-speed interaction, blue may be Magic’s most infamous color. With all that complexity, Blue can be just as tricky to pilot as it is to play against! Luckily, this episode we have master blue mage Josh Lee Kwai to break down the keys to playing the color successfully. If you’ve got some blue decks of your own (or want the inside scoop on how blue players think) you won’t want to miss it! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- RAYCON Raycon’s new upgraded Everyday Earbuds look, feel, and sound better than ever! To save 20-50% off on everything on their site and get free shipping 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! ULTRAPRO: Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode. Check out the MANA 8 line where you can rep your favorite colors with PREMIUM APEX sleeves, the sturdy ALCOVE EDGE deck box, plus more stunning accessories. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Mark Rosewater: Twitter: @maro254 Luis Scott-Vargas: Twitter: @lsv Brian Kibler: Twitter: @bmkibler Joe Johnson: Twitter: @Blackneto_ CovertGoBlue: Twitter: @covertgoblue The Professor: Twitter: @TolarianCollege Josh Murphy: Twitter: @alsonamedjosh TRUE EDH w/ CovertGoBlue & Taalia Vess | Extra Turns 34: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lCWlaHKG-ws How to Play RED with Jimmy Wong | The Command Zone 534: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zYgDmEOxNE Murph's Dakkon Blackblade Esper Lands: https://www.archidekt.com/decks/4876568/dakkon_blackblade_esper_lands -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list#:~:text=COMMANDER%20BANNED%20CARDS -------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 10 mins
  • What Should Be Unbanned? | 635

    What Should Be Unbanned? | 635
    Oct 17 2024
    As the new stewards of Commander, Wizards of the Coast announced they’ll be reevaluating the ban list. In this episode, we decided to do the same! We’re going through every banned card to break down which we think could safely re-enter the format and which should stay locked away forever. There’s some super powerful stuff in there, and you won’t want to miss it! -------- 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 LIQUID IV: Hydrate two times faster than water alone with Liquid IV! Get 20% off when you use code COMMAND at checkout at: https://www.LiquidIV.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! ULTRAPRO: Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their PRO GLOSS eclipse sleeves and super classy MYTHIC COLLECTION deck boxes. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Taalia Vess: Twitter: @TaaliaVess Instagram: taaliavess Limited Resources: Website: https://lrcast.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT22Ehr7vuRpIAaJ7dEkApg -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Banned Cards: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list#:~:text=COMMANDER%20BANNED%20CARDS -------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 40 mins
  • Duskmourn’s Best Cards (In the 99) | 634

    Duskmourn’s Best Cards (In the 99) | 634
    Oct 11 2024
    Would you make a deal with a demon? Now is your chance, because Duskmourn is here to offer you what every Magic player truly wants: POWER! This new set is chock full of powerful cards, and we’ll show you the best of the best as we go over the top cards from Duskmourn for your 99. We’ll guide you through all the hot new tech you’ll want to snap up for your next deck. Instead of being a scared survivor, you can become the terrifying monster at the table! Come check it out. -------- 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 - LAS VEGAS: Don’t miss your favorite gameplay show on the Main Stage at MagicCon Las Vegas! Watch Jimmy, Josh, Becca Scott, and Mark Rosewater face off in an epic Commander battle for the championship trophy. Tickets and badge info here: https://mcvegas.mtgfestivals.com/en-us/badges/buy-badges.html -------- ORGAIN: For delicious real nutrition, check out Orgain’s 30 gram protein shakes. Support the show and get 20% off your order by using code COMMAND at: https://www.Orgain.com/COMMAND LIQUID IV: Hydrate two times faster than water alone with Liquid IV! Get 20% off when you use code COMMAND at checkout at: https://www.LiquidIV.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! ULTRAPRO: Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their PRO GLOSS eclipse sleeves and super classy MYTHIC COLLECTION deck boxes. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: The Professor: Twitter: @TolarianCollege Brian Kibler: Twitter: @bmkibler Josh Murphy: Twitter: @alsonamedjosh Manson Leung: Twitter: @Mansonleung_ Rachel's Sidisi Deck: https://archidekt.com/decks/171880/sidisi_the_sultai_one Rachel's Disa Deck: https://archidekt.com/decks/8061094/disa_junds_em_out Let's play a game... of #MagicTheGathering: https://youtu.be/ab0ovGMZ1go Duskmourn w/ Jarvis Johnson & Ify Nwadiwe | Game Knights 73: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GLV798HGMKs How to Play GREEN w/ Brian Kibler | The Command Zone 606: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-s47Bf93rU Clash of Creators w/ Ced from One More Mana | Extra Turns 41: https://youtu.be/_JYHys4QoQs?si=20XwTHyr4IQW3l6X -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://mtgcommander.net/ -------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 15 mins
  • Looking in the Mirror | A Discussion w/ The Professor

    Looking in the Mirror | A Discussion w/ The Professor
    Oct 10 2024
    JLK sits down with The Professor from Tolarian Community College to discuss the roles and responsibilities of content creators during periods of community crisis. -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- The Professor (Tolarian Community College): Twitter: @TolarianCollege Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/tolariancommunity -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://mtgcommander.net/ -------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    47 mins
  • How Bad Is It? Wizards Takes Over Commander.

    How Bad Is It? Wizards Takes Over Commander.
    Oct 3 2024
    Further fallout from last week’s divisive new ban announcement: The Commander Rules Committee has decided to officially hand over control of the format to Wizards of the Coast. This shift in power brings the 13-year era of community management to an end. Needless to say, there’s a lot to talk about. Join Jimmy, Rachel, and JLK as we sit down to discuss our takes on how we got here, what’s happening now, and what we think this means for the future of Commander. -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- RAYCON: Raycon’s new upgraded Everyday Earbuds look, feel, and sound better than ever! To save 20-50% off on everything on their site and get free shipping 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! ULTRAPRO: Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their PRO GLOSS eclipse sleeves and super classy MYTHIC COLLECTION deck boxes. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: On The Future Of Commander: https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/on-the-future-of-commander Official Statement from the RC: https://x.com/mtgcommander/status/1840783614294069286 WeeklyMTG | On the Future of Commander: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0zZDZ3AgxR4 Magic: The Gathering Official Discord: https://discord.com/invite/wizards-magic -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://mtgcommander.net/ -------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 4 mins
  • “Miracle Worker” Precon Upgrade | Duskmourn | 633

    “Miracle Worker” Precon Upgrade | Duskmourn | 633
    Oct 1 2024
    Ever been on the wrong side of a Commander game and thought, “I’d need a miracle to win!” We're here to make it happen with our 10-card, $50 upgrade guide for the new “Miracle Worker” (white/blue/black) precon deck! Come see what enchanting new includes will take this Duskmourn list to new heights, and soon you’ll have everything you need to make your next victory look like divine intervention! (Not the card, that one makes it a draw.) -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- RAYCON: Raycon’s new upgraded Everyday Earbuds look, feel, and sound better than ever! To save 20-50% off on everything on their site and get free shipping 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! ULTRAPRO: Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their PRO GLOSS eclipse sleeves and super classy MYTHIC COLLECTION deck boxes. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Jamie Block: Twitter: @jamblock Talion, The Kindly Lord - Which Number Is Correct? | The Command Zone: https://youtu.be/WwXvywObUW4 Game Knights Live: GRAND CHAMPIONSHIP | MagicCon Las Vegas: https://youtu.be/TysYpxPMuR8 -------- THE END STEP: PokeRogue: https://pokerogue.net/ -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://mtgcommander.net/ -------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Let’s Talk About the Bans | Bonus Episode

    Let’s Talk About the Bans | Bonus Episode
    Sep 26 2024
    This is the episode you’ve been waiting for: We’re talking about the bans. This week’s ban announcement – removing Dockside Extortionist, Jeweled Lotus, Mana Crypt, and Nadu from the format – took the Commander community by storm. Some people are ecstatic, others are furious, but if you engage with Magic on the Internet you know this is all anyone’s been talking about. So in this special episode, JLK and Rachel sit down to hash out their thoughts on these controversial bans (except Nadu, that one’s fine). -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- ORGAIN: For delicious real nutrition, check out Orgain’s 30 gram protein shakes. Support the show and get 20% off your order by using code COMMAND at: https://www.Orgain.com/COMMAND MINT MOBILE: Get your new wireless plan starting at just 15 bucks a month at Mint Mobile. Cut your wireless bill today at https://www.mintmobile.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! ULTRAPRO: Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their PRO GLOSS eclipse sleeves and super classy MYTHIC COLLECTION deck boxes. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Commander RC September 2024 Quarterly Update: https://mtgcommander.net/index.php/2024/09/ On Banning Nadu, Winged Wisdom in Modern: https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/feature/on-banning-nadu-winged-wisdom-in-modern September 2024 Commander Banning FAQ: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tOQ9zb6tR7gfFueqY9bjoXz6sOvv34wIZXpl4u8DcDw/preview#heading=h.brylgls4ubsw JLK Banning Poll: https://x.com/JoshLeeKwai/status/1838294523925139738 Commander Rules Committee: Twitter: @mtgcommander Commander Rules Committee Discord: https://discord.com/invite/commander Check out our opinion on banning fast mana over a year ago! https://youtu.be/6Of0Q-QO6hU?feature=share -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://mtgcommander.net/ -------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 10 mins