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Do you yearn to mobilize an unstoppable horde of Tarkir: Dragonstorm warriors and tokens? You’re going to need our “Mardu Surge” (red/white/black) precon upgrade guide! We’ll show you 10 cards that mar-DO deserve a spot in the deck and 10 cards that, like all weaknesses, must be cast off. The next time your horde hits the board, victory will be inevitable!--------Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzoneRAYCON:Raycon’s latest model of Everyday Earbuds are better than ever! To save 20% on your entire Raycon order go to: https://www.buyraycon.com/command   RIDGE:Take advantage of Ridge’s once-a-year anniversary sale and get UP TO 40% off right now by going to https://www.Ridge.com/COMMAND  ZOCDOC: Stop putting off those doctors appointments! Find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today by going to https://www.zocdoc.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:Jamie Block:Twitter: @Jamblock“Mardu Surge” Precon Upgrade Deck List:https://archidekt.com/decks/12092405/cz_668_mardu_surge_precon_upgradeCommander Deckbuilding Template for the New Era | The Command Zone 658:https://youtu.be/OSNV6224cHg--------THE END STEP:Keep Driving:https://www.mobygames.com/game/236996/keep-driving/--------Follow us on TikTok:@thecommandzoneFollow us on Instagram:@CommandCastFollow us on Bluesky:@commandcast.bsky.socialFollow us on Twitter:@CommandCast@JoshLeeKwai@jfwong@wachelreeksFollow 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--------Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Intro00:04:36 - "Mardu Surge" Precon Upgrade00:04:51 - Possible Commanders00:08:39 - Reprint Value00:12:19 - Notable Reprints00:16:37 - Deck Stats00:24:38 - Upgrade Goals00:27:02 - Best Cards00:34:33 - Cards to Add00:48:52 - Cards to Cut00:57:32 - How the Deck Plays00:59:15 - To the Listeners01:01:44 - The End Step#magicthegathering #mtg #commander #mtgcommander #edh #podcast #commandzone Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Everyone knows the dragons from Tarkir: Dragonstorm are tough, but upgrading your deck can be even tougher! Well have no fear, because today we’re buffing the “Abzan Armor” (white/black/green) precon with our $50 upgrade guide! We’ll show you the 10 cards that will help suit up your deck so that the next time you hit your local game store, your strategy will be impenetrable!--------Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzoneRAYCON:Raycon’s latest model of Everyday Earbuds are better than ever! To save 20% on your entire Raycon order go to: https://www.buyraycon.com/command RIDGE:Take advantage of Ridge’s once-a-year anniversary sale and get UP TO 40% off right now by going to https://www.Ridge.com/COMMAND ZOCDOC: Stop putting off those doctors appointments! Find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today by going to https://www.zocdoc.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:Jake Boss:Bluesky: @jakeboss.bsky.socialTwitter: @JakeBossMTGYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JakeBossMTG“Abzan Armor” Precon Upgrade Deck List:https://archidekt.com/decks/12092496/cz_667_abzan_armor_precon_upgradeCommander Deckbuilding Template for the New Era | The Command Zone 658:https://youtu.be/OSNV6224cHg--------THE END STEP:Jake Boss - Stargate: Every Episode Reviewed - Part 1:https://youtu.be/gqAj7cGnIBQ--------Follow us on TikTok:@thecommandzoneFollow us on Instagram:@CommandCastFollow us on Bluesky:@commandcast.bsky.socialFollow us on Twitter:@CommandCast@JoshLeeKwai@jfwong@wachelreeksFollow 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

Explore the exciting world of Tarkir as the hosts dive into powerful commanders and synergies, focusing on reanimation strategies and life gain mechanics. Discover effective gameplay with cards like Bator and the complexities of managing prowess with Elsha. The creative combo of dragons and ninjas takes center stage, showcasing unique interactions like Olivia's reanimation abilities. With a mix of humor and tactical insights, listeners gain strategies for maximizing creature power and self-mill, ensuring an engaging gameplay experience.

Jordan Pridgen, a Magic: The Gathering strategist, joins to help turbocharge your dragon deck. They share a $50 upgrade guide for the 'Temur Roar' precon, detailing cards to add or swap out for better performance. Highlights include Rinny the Unwritten’s card-drawing prowess and the importance of ramp in dragon decks. Expect witty banter as they dig into strategies for maximizing synergy with powerful creatures and managing your mana effectively. Plus, get a chuckle or two about the latest season of 'The Righteous Gemstones'!

In this episode, Gaurav Galati, a card game enthusiast, joins to share insights on enhancing the 'Sultai Arisen' Commander deck. The conversation highlights strategies for improving graveyard mechanics and includes budget-friendly card recommendations. Gaurav explores the synergy of self-mill and token creation, emphasizing performance boosts through key cards like Conduit of Worlds. The hosts also discuss humorous elements of the deck, engage in whimsical banter, and share creative tips for teaching new players about complex gameplay.

We’re going back to Tarkir and it’s time to Dragonstorm off with the “Jeskai Striker” (white/blue/red) precon reveal! Check out this brand new spellslinger deck, including 10 never-before-seen cards! Then, just to add some fury to the flurry, we’ve also included our $50 budget upgrade guide so you can really show off your prowess at your next game night!--------Link to Full ‘JESKAI STRIKER’ Deck List:--------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 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.--------FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free shipping, use code FACTORPODCAST at  https://www.factormeals.com/factorpodcast 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 Professor:Bluesky: @tolariancommunitycollege.comTwitter: @TolarianCollegeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/tolariancommunity"Storm Scale: Khans of Tarkir Block" by Mark Rosewater:https://tinyurl.com/storm-scale-ktk--------Follow us on TikTok:@thecommandzoneFollow us on Instagram:@CommandCastFollow us on Bluesky:@commandcast.bsky.socialFollow us on Twitter:@CommandCast@JoshLeeKwai@jfwong@wachelreeksFollow 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

Adding cards to a Commander deck is fun, easy, and exciting! But choosing which cards to CUT can feel basically impossible. This episode, we’re laying out the complete guide to cutting cards. We’ll help you identify the pieces you can do without, whether it’s for strategic reasons, or because they don’t fit the power or style of your brew. It’s always hard to say goodbye, but what are you gonna do, not upgrade your deck? Let’s get into 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 RAYCON:Raycon’s latest model of Everyday Earbuds are better than ever! To get 20% on your new pair, just 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:Commander Deckbuilding Template for the New Era | The Command Zone 658:https://youtu.be/OSNV6224cHgThe Problem with Deckbuilding Templates | The Command Zone 659:https://youtu.be/PUrQpnQ7bi8Do This One Thing to Win More Games | How to Playtest | The Command Zone 596:https://youtu.be/swjL6prGShELimited Resources Podcast:https://www.youtube.com/@LimitedResourcesPodcast--------THE END STEP:Paradise (TV Series):https://www.imdb.com/title/tt27444205/--------Follow us on TikTok:@thecommandzoneFollow us on Instagram:@CommandCastFollow us on Bluesky:@commandcast.bsky.socialFollow us on Twitter:@CommandCast@JoshLeeKwai@jfwong@wachelreeksFollow 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

Can the Magic: the Gathering movie actually be… good? If you find the right people for the job, maybe it could be great! This episode, we’re laying out who we think SHOULD be making the MTG movie. From actors to writers to directors, we’ll bring you our takes on the best fits for the roles, because no movie speculation would be complete without fancasting! Do you agree with our picks? 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--------FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free shipping, use code FACTORPODCAST at  https://www.factormeals.com/factorpodcast RAYCON:Raycon’s latest model of Everyday Earbuds are better than ever! To save 20% on your entire Raycon order 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/commandMTG APPAREL:To find the sweet Aetherdrift apparel worn in this episode, go to: https://www.mtgproshop.com/--------Relevant Links:It’s Finally Happening! | Magic: The Gathering Movie:https://youtu.be/NnlITiuW-78Jon Salmon:Instagram: @jonsalmonLearn to Play Magic: The Gathering | Presented by The Command Zone:https://youtu.be/pISs64CG6TgMagic: The Gathering Office Hours - Jace Beleren | Tolarian Community College:https://youtu.be/CCWN6IgPj94--------Follow us on TikTok:@thecommandzoneFollow us on Instagram:@CommandCastFollow us on Bluesky:@commandcast.bsky.socialFollow us on Twitter:@CommandCast@JoshLeeKwai@jfwong@wachelreeksFollow 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

A player may concede at any time, but that doesn’t mean they should. OR SHOULD THEY?! This great debate has been held around many a game table, so this episode we’re bringing you our unfettered opinions on the intricacies of the scoop. Is conceding poor sportsmanship or just a way to get the most out of your time? Should concessions be used aggressively? Should we never concede? It’s a surprisingly complicated topic so come join us for the whole journey!--------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 shipping, use code FACTORPODCAST at  https://www.factormeals.com/factorpodcast RAYCON:Raycon’s latest model of Everyday Earbuds are better than ever! To save 20% on your entire Raycon order 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:Luis Scott-Vargas:Twitter: @lsv--------Follow us on TikTok:@thecommandzoneFollow us on Instagram:@CommandCastFollow us on Bluesky:@commandcast.bsky.socialFollow us on Twitter:@CommandCast@JoshLeeKwai@jfwong@wachelreeksFollow 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

We recently unveiled our new and improved Commander deckbuilding template. This episode, we’re here to tell you why it’s… WRONG! Okay, well not “wrong” exactly, but over-simplified! Templates are a great place to start, but if you’re looking to take your deckbuilding to the next level, you can’t expect to paint-by-numbers. Let’s discuss when and why it’s often correct to bend the rules and, sometimes, even outright break them!--------Commander Deckbuilding Template for the New Era | The Command Zone 658:https://youtu.be/OSNV6224cHg--------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 shipping, use code FACTORPODCAST at  https://www.factormeals.com/factorpodcast RAYCON:Raycon’s latest model of Everyday Earbuds are better than ever! To save 20% on your entire Raycon order 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 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:Do This One Thing to Win More Games | How to Playtest | The Command Zone 596:https://youtu.be/swjL6prGShEWho’s the Target? Lessons in Threat Assessment | The Command Zone 652:https://youtu.be/DN_6bNCJ-kkBrian Kibler:Twitter: @bmkiblerBluesky: @bmkibler.bsky.socialHow to Play GREEN w/ Brian Kibler | The Command Zone 606:https://youtu.be/n-s47Bf93rUSalubrious Snail:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@salubrioussnailWebsite: https://www.salubrioussnail.com/--------Follow us on TikTok:@thecommandzoneFollow us on Instagram:@CommandCastFollow us on Bluesky:@commandcast.bsky.socialFollow us on Twitter:@CommandCast@JoshLeeKwai@jfwong@wachelreeksFollow 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