

The Command Zone
The Command Zone
Your weekly source for all things Commander (aka EDH), a multiplayer Magic: The Gathering format, with hosts Jimmy Wong and Josh Lee Kwai. Focused on all aspects of gameplay and strategy from table politics, budget builds, to deck building and more! commandzonecast@gmail.comWe wanna make the podcast even better, help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4 For advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/us/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy
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Oct 8, 2025 • 2h 2min
Is Universes Beyond Killing Magic? | 702
Universes Beyond: What started as a single Secret Lair of The Walking Dead cards has now ballooned to encompass over half of all cards being released next year.
Love it or hate it, UB has been a polarizing topic in the MTG community. Do Furby and Dwight from The Office belong in the same game as Urza and Mishra? Is there still room for Magic in Magic: The Gathering? Is it all just too much? Tune in for our takes and let us know what YOU think!
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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
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Relevant Links:
Magic 2026 Release Schedule:
https://tinyurl.com/ec8w4c93
The Preview Panel at MagicCon: Atlanta:
https://youtu.be/pxGUDYNwpL4?si=bdIZ6o47NnrUVDCV
New York Comic Con Panel Announcement:
https://tinyurl.com/3z66ttcf
Collecting Lorwyn Eclipsed: A First Look:
https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/feature/collecting-lorwyn-eclipsed
Beyond the Edge of Eternities: An MTG Movie:
https://youtu.be/jclO7Mjfjq0?si=o6__zvru3DKpnPEd
Secret Lair Reveal Party:
https://youtu.be/whUmH7dp47s?si=m1hE7KvwrVXkUoFh
Spice8Rack Magic: The Gathering, Spider-Man, & the End of Culture:
https://youtu.be/LNGowvILFXo?si=BjejpdVHSdoI-dxQ
MTGGoldfish - Why Magic is How it Is in 2025 and Why Everything Changed:
https://youtu.be/sNNqz6qNwOo?si=kwXAPco7wsMrkVAu
Jake Boss:
Twitter: @JakeBossMTG
BlueSky: @jakeboss.bsky.social
YouTube: @JakeBossMTG
Mark Rosewater Blogatog:
https://tinyurl.com/5t4v6vv4
Ittetu:
Twitter: @ittetu_
Mark Rosewater - Designing for Universes Beyond:
https://tinyurl.com/3p7bhecu
IGN - Magic: The Gathering's Final Fantasy Expansion Made $200 Million in Just One Day:
https://www.ign.com/articles/magic-the-gatherings-final-fantasy-expansion-made-200-million-in-just-one-day
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Email us:
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Oct 2, 2025 • 1h 47min
Our Favorite Decks We Built This Year | 701
What do you get when you fill an entire office with Commander addicts? A whole lot of decks, that’s what!
This episode, we’re calling in the whole Command Zone staff to show off our favorite brews from the past year. So jump in and meet the people who work behind the scenes. We’ve got decks from every bracket, color, and era and we can’t wait to tell you about them!
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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
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Relevant Links:
Jordan Pridgen:
Twitter: @jordanpigeon
Instagram: @jordanpridgen
Bluesky: @jordanpigeon.bsky.social
Volo Deck: https://archidekt.com/decks/16382220/cz_701_jordans_volo
Beky Bell:
Twitter: @bekybear
Instagram: @bekybear
Ivy Deck: https://archidekt.com/decks/16382250/cz_701_bekys_ivy
Jake Boss:
Twitter: @JakeBossMTG
Instagram: @jakebossmtg
Bluesky: @jakeboss.bsky.social
SpongeBob Deck: https://archidekt.com/decks/16382290/cz_701_jakes_spongebob_squarepants
Jamie Block:
Twitter: @Jamblock
GoGo Deck: https://archidekt.com/decks/16382386/cz_701_jamies_gogo
Joshua Murphy:
Twitter: @alsonamedjosh
Bluesky: @alsonamedjosh.bsky.social
Kangee Deck: https://archidekt.com/decks/16382399/cz_701_murphs_kangee
Karina Cruz:
Bluesky: @kcz24.bsky.social
Cloud Deck: https://archidekt.com/decks/16382415/cz_701_karinas_cloud
Sebastian's Maralen Decklist:
https://archidekt.com/decks/16382997/cz_701_sebastians_maralen
Rachel Kendra:
Bluesky: @rachelkendra.com
Y’shtola Deck: https://archidekt.com/decks/16382946/cz_701_kendras_yshtola
JLK's Teval Decklist:
https://archidekt.com/decks/16382961/cz_701_jlks_teval
Rachel's Captain Sisay Decklist:
https://archidekt.com/decks/16382983/cz_701_rachels_sisay
Magic Card Designer vs His Own Creations | Extra Turns 63:
https://youtu.be/6of5iD_QppM?si=46MQltZushFDgtOU
JLK’s Personal Commander Decks | The Command Zone 695:
https://youtu.be/ARaFN9tFTGA?si=sO2QaaPn6UxG9LtF
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Email us:
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Commander Rules and Ban List:
https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list
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Sep 23, 2025 • 1h 13min
The Complete Guide to Mass Disruption | #700
Looking to mess up your opponent's whole plan with a single card? Then it better be a piece of MASS DISRUPTION. That's our term for everything from board wipes to fogs to stax pieces. We’re breaking down how much mass disruption you need, the best cards for each role, and much more. Understanding this tech is a huge part of building better decks, so don’t miss it!
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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
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Relevant Links:
Commander Deckbuilding Template for the New Era | The Command Zone 658:
https://youtu.be/OSNV6224cHg?si=Wkxw990IHtDCiV2o
Commander Advisory Group BATTLE (CAG) | Extra Turns 24:
https://youtu.be/P7oDhVWKwOQ?si=XvY6RcUL-lxwwrrJ
We Played Ourselves! | Extra Turns 57:
https://youtu.be/GZ4-7nSOEzY?si=ALIwJwbGuUkaoB1L
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@thecommandzone
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@commandcast.bsky.social
Follow us on Twitter:
@CommandCast
@JoshLeeKwai
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@wachelreeks
Follow us on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/
Email us:
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Commander Rules and Ban List:
https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list
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Sep 22, 2025 • 1h 6min
4 Spider-Man Commander Decks to Build Right Now | 699
No pre-made Commander decks? No problem! You can still use the new Spider-Man set to jump into Magic!
Crafting a deck yourself might seem tough, but we’re here to help with four full decklists focused around top-tier characters. With these ready-to-build decks, you’ll be swinging over to your LGS ready to save the day (and win the game) in no time!
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SHOPIFY:
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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
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Relevant Links:
Spider-Man, Peter Parker Decklist:
https://archidekt.com/decks/15877638/cz_699_spiderman
Sandman, Shifting Scoundrel Decklist:
https://archidekt.com/decks/15880480/cz_699_sandman
Venom, Eddie Brock Decklist:
https://archidekt.com/decks/15114536/cz_699_venom
Spider-Man 2099 Decklist:
https://archidekt.com/decks/15902498
Spider-Man’s Most Powerful Commanders | The Command Zone 697:
https://youtu.be/TXHP1X6mN9k?si=88vF_olDc6nW_TSN
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Email us:
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Commander Rules and Ban List:
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Sep 11, 2025 • 1h 59min
Spider-Man’s Best Cards (In the 99) | 698
Sure, Spider-Man can swing on a web, but which Spider-Man cards can you count on to swing the outcome of your next Commander game?
This episode, we’re discussing the most powerful cards for the 99 from the new Universes Beyond: Marvel’s Spider Man set. Will these comic book bombs become the staples of tomorrow? (Spoilers, one might!) Tune in and find out.
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GAME KNIGHTS LIVE IS COMING TO ATLANTA:
Game Knights Live is taking the South by storm at MagicCon Atlanta! Don't miss The Greatest Show in the Multiverse w/ special guest Jacob Bertrand (Cobra Kai) in a super-powered Commander battle for the ages. It's coming up fast! Grab a badge before they're gone: https://t.co/op5N2t49EM
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ZOCDOC
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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
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Relevant Links:
Dear Commander Design Team | Command Zone 439:
https://youtu.be/9rx3FNa5K4M?si=R1IltZF_PiqngGdr
Commander Deckbuilding Template for the New Era | The Command Zone 658:
https://youtu.be/OSNV6224cHg?si=kGJFKBRDd5Mzt8qc
10 Disruption Spells You Should Buy for $10 | The Command Zone 689:
https://youtu.be/0M_l2efjTys?si=uU9dWI4MqnCRTH0I
Spider-Man’s Most Powerful Commanders | The Command Zone 697:
https://youtu.be/TXHP1X6mN9k?si=XSXIx_w1vO84HEtB
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THE END STEP:
It Follows:
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3235888/
David Robert Mitchell:
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1379002/
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Follow us on Facebook:
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Email us:
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Commander Rules and Ban List:
https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list
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Sep 5, 2025 • 1h 53min
Spider-Man’s Most Powerful Commanders | 697
With great power comes great responsibility, so we’re going through the most responsible Commanders from Magic’s new set: Marvel’s Spider-Man! Which web-slingers and ne’er-do-wells will do well in your Command Zone? Don’t miss our friendly neighborhood breakdown of the strategies and synergies to really superpower these new legends.
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Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone
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GAME KNIGHTS LIVE IS COMING TO ATLANTA:
Game Knights Live is taking the South by storm at MagicCon Atlanta! Don't miss The Greatest Show in the Multiverse w/ special guest Jacob Bertrand (Cobra Kai) in a super-powered Commander battle for the ages. It's coming up fast! Grab a badge before they're gone: https://t.co/op5N2t49EM
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RAYCON:
Raycon’s fan-favorite Everyday Earbuds Classic now feature Active Noise Cancellation! To save 20% sitewide go to: https://www.buyraycon.com/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
ZOCDOC:
Stop putting off those doctors appointments! Find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today by going to https://www.zocdoc.com/command #sponsored
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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
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@thecommandzone
Follow us on Instagram:
@CommandCast
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@commandcast.bsky.social
Follow us on Twitter:
@CommandCast
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@jfwong
@wachelreeks
Follow us on Facebook:
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Email us:
commandzonecast@gmail.com
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Commander Rules and Ban List:
https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list
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Sep 2, 2025 • 35min
Hydro Man - Our Spider-Man Preview Card | 696
BREAKING NEWS: Watery Villain Terrorizes Command Zone!
Preview season is in full swing for “Marvel’s Spider-Man” and we’ve got a mono-blue menace to reveal right here on the web. Get ready for a world where the bad guy always has blue mana open with this dastardly new addition to Magic The Gathering - “Hydro Man, Fluid Felon!”
Water you waiting for? Come watch!
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MARVEL’S SPIDER-MAN:
Can’t get enough of Magic’s first full foray into the Marvel Universe? Get the official scoop on everything Spider-Man right here: https://magic.wizards.com/en/products/marvel/spider-man
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Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone
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Raycon’s fan-favorite Everyday Earbuds Classic now feature Active Noise Cancellation! To save 20% sitewide go to: https://www.buyraycon.com/command
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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
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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
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Relevant Links:
FINAL FANTASY x MAGIC w/ Jacob Bertrand | Game Knights 78:
https://youtu.be/7X_W4OQfSn0?si=K5AWLA8UOsebN34x
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THE END STEP:
Weapons:
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt26581740/
Get Out:
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5052448/
Sunshine:
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0448134/
Sinners:
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt31193180/
Him:
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt20990442/
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Aug 28, 2025 • 2h 4min
JLK’s Personal Commander Decks | 695
He’s been called the Mayor of Valuetown, the Draw-Go Despot, and He Whose Hand Is Always Full; it’s the one and only Josh Lee Kwai!
Welcome to a guided tour of JLK’s personal Commander decks. Josh is sitting down to bring you a mini deck-tech for each and every commander in his current collection, complete with key cards and strategy for each. Which decks have stood the test of time? What are the recent favorites? All these questions and more will be answered!
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Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone
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MAGICCON ATLANTA:
Game Knights Live swings into MagicCon Atlanta on September 26th! Don’t miss a second of the epic Commander action. Badges are on sale NOW. Get yours before they sell out: https://mtg.social/GKLATL
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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
ZOCDOC:
Stop putting off those doctors appointments! Find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today by going to https://www.zocdoc.com/command #sponsored
SHOPIFY:
Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz
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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
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JLK - DECK INFO:
For full deck lists and links to all related gameplay episodes click here: https://commandzone.com/jlk-deck-info/
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Relevant Links:
Cassius Marsh:
Twitter: @KingCash_7191
Instagram: @cassiusmarsh
Kyle Hill:
Twitter: @Sci_Phile
Instagram: @sci_file
Bluesky: @khill.bsky.social
Post Malone:
Twitter: @PostMalone
Instagram: @postmalone
Joe Johnson:
Twitter: @Blackneto_
Instagram: @josephhjohnsonjr
Bluesky: @blackneto.bsky.social
Jimmy’s Personal Commander Decks | The Command Zone 579:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ERcLhi1LTMU
Rachel’s Personal Commander Decks | The Command Zone 535:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LCqGf27Xyvk
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Commander Rules and Ban List:
https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list
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Timestamps:
00:00:00 Intro
00:01:21 JLK's Commander Decks Ranked
00:02:04 Athreos / Shadowborn Apostles
00:07:50 Ms. Bumbleflower
00:17:14 Greven
00:22:35 Obosh
00:26:16 Urtet
00:30:04 Alela
00:34:20 Teferi / Chain Veil (cEDH)
00:37:50 Shorikai
00:45:16 5-Color Nekusar (Cromat)
00:49:31 Blaster
00:53:17 Vial Smasher + Thrasios
00:56:26 Teval
01:01:12 Tor Wauki
01:04:47 Toggo + Kodama
01:08:18 Mizzix
01:12:23 Vhal + Clan Crafter
01:15:48 Megatron
01:19:58 The Scarab God
01:23:05 The Tim Deck
01:29:58 Jorn
01:34:40 Hapatra
01:37:35 Captain Howler
01:42:11 Teysa
01:45:35 Roon
01:48:45 Niko
01:56:48 Derevi
01:59:25 Final Rankings
01:59:41 What Did I Learn?
02:01:35 To the Listeners
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Aug 20, 2025 • 1h 29min
The Best Commander in All 32 Color Combos | 694
Tired of playing with chaff in the Command Zone?! Want to know which legends are truly the best of all time? The GOATs of the format?
Today, we’re sitting down and bringing you the greatest Commanders in every single color combination! Whatever guild, wedge, shard, or color calls out to you, we’ll break down the top-tier choices from the entirety of MTG’s history! This episode isn’t for the weak, but it is for you! Come watch.
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FAN vs Game Knights | Episode 24:
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Hail Phyrexia! | Game Knights 59:
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Aug 15, 2025 • 55min
10 Utility Lands You Should Buy for $10 | 693
Utility lands may not cost you a card slot, but they can cost a fortune! This episode, we’re highlighting some lands that’ll let your mana base make an impact on your gameplan, but not your wallet. We’ve got 10 sweet utility lands you can pick up for just $10 TOTAL, so don’t miss this sweet list that’s anything but basic!
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Don’t miss our biggest production ever! Four heroes explore a derelict spacecraft and find a Commander battle on a cosmic scale. Will they escape with their life totals? Find out: https://youtu.be/jclO7Mjfjq0
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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
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