The Command Zone

This podcast dives into the strategic world of mulligans in Magic: The Gathering. From mastering opening hands to striking the right balance between lands and spells, the speakers provide insights into optimizing gameplay. They also explore deck building strategies, mulligan decisions, and showcase an angel tribal deck with a life sub-theme. Overall, a valuable discussion for players looking to improve their game.

In Magic – like in war – a strong commander can’t win alone. You need the best soldiers, tools, and munitions to get the job done. And The Brothers’ War has everything you need to tune up your arsenal! This episode, we’re diving deep to unearth the best cards for your 99 from Magic’s latest set. Fall in line, soldiers! 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--------ORDER OUR NEW GAME KNIGHTS SLEEVES!Get your hands on the new collection of Game Knights Sleeves! These three amazing and unique designs are extremely limited, so follow the link and order yours before it’s too late: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gameknights/exclusive-game-knights-sleeves-limited-supply?ref=159pgz&token=2df535a2--------OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE:If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FnM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store!-------- ETSY:For gifts of all kinds, Etsy has it. Go to https://www.etsy.com/ and use code MERRY10 at checkout for 10% off your first purchase.FACTOR:Eat clean 24/7 with fresh prepared meals from Factor! Head to https://go.factor75.com/command60 and use code command60 to get 60% off your first box.BETTERHELP:This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp! Join over 1 million people who have taken charge of their mental health. Get 10% off your first month by visiting: https://www.BetterHelp.com/CommandZone--------CARD KINGDOM:The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards the fastest and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, accessories and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/commandULTRAPRO:Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode and providing awesome prizes for our giveaways. Be sure to check out their new 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:Rachel Weeks:Twitter: @wachelreeksInstagram: @wachelreeksCommander Sphere Podcast:Link: https://commandsphere.libsyn.com/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/CommandSphereRachel’s Game Knights Appearances:https://youtu.be/latDzZF5yFEhttps://youtu.be/JuDcK9dYwqYhttps://youtu.be/X__qapQRP50Rachel’s Extra Turns Appearances:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0DB-V0Xfd4g https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P7oDhVWKwOQ CZ Podcast #501:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PlTuYh5hXIc&t=51s EDHREC:https://edhrec.com/ --------Follow us on Instagram:@CommandCastFollow us on Twitter:@CommandCast@JoshLeeKwai@jfwongFollow 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

Decepticons, attack! The evil faction of Magic’s new Universes Beyond Transformers cards are here to convert your battlefield into a full-on war zone. This episode, we lay out the synergies and combos each of these villainous robots brings to the table. Will one rise up as your next favorite double-faced commander? Come see for yourself!--------Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone--------ORDER OUR NEW GAME KNIGHTS SLEEVES!Get your hands on the new collection of Game Knights Sleeves! These three amazing and unique designs are extremely limited, so follow the link and order yours before it’s too late: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gameknights/exclusive-game-knights-sleeves-limited-supply?ref=159pgz&token=2df535a2--------OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE:If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FnM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store!-------- BETTERHELP:This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp! Join over 1 million people who have taken charge of their mental health. Get 10% off your first month by visiting: https://www.BetterHelp.com/CommandZoneETSY:For gifts of all kinds, Etsy has it. Go to https://www.etsy.com/ and use code MERRY10 at checkout for 10% off your first purchase.INDEED:Need to hire? You need Indeed! Check out the platform where you can attract, interview, and hire all in one place at https://www.indeed.com/commandzone--------CARD KINGDOM:The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards the fastest and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, accessories and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/commandULTRAPRO:Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode and providing awesome prizes for our giveaways. Be sure to check out their new 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: @JamblockInstagram: @Benjamiela--------Follow us on Instagram:@CommandCastFollow us on Twitter:@CommandCast@JoshLeeKwai@jfwongFollow 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

Show Notes:Autobots! Transform and roll out! That’s right, it’s time to review the heroic half of these new Universes Beyond commanders. You’re gonna flip when you see the powerful synergies and strategies around these unique double-sided robots. Which are good, which are bad? Which LOOK bad but are… more than meets the eye? Tune in and find out!--------ORDER OUR NEW GAME KNIGHTS SLEEVES!Get your hands on the new collection of Game Knights Sleeves! These three amazing and unique designs are extremely limited, so follow the link and order yours before it’s too late: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gameknights/exclusive-game-knights-sleeves-limited-supply?ref=159pgz&token=2df535a2--------Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone--------OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE:If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FnM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store!-------- ETSY:For gifts of all kinds, Etsy has it. Go to https://www.etsy.com/ and use code MERRY10 at checkout for 10% off your first purchase.BETTERHELP:This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp! Join over 1 million people who have taken charge of their mental health. Get 10% off your first month by visiting: https://www.BetterHelp.com/CommandZoneFACTOR:Eat clean 24/7 with fresh prepared meals from Factor! Head to https://go.factor75.com/command60 and use code command60 to get 60% off your first box.--------CARD KINGDOM:The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards the fastest and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, accessories and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/commandULTRAPRO:Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode and providing awesome prizes for our giveaways. Be sure to check out their new 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:Jordan Pridgen:Twitter:@jordanpigeonTransformers Films:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0418279/Men in Black:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0119654/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_0RC Cola:https://www.rccolainternational.com/GK Kamigawa:https://youtu.be/zJIKljeQK88Transformers Wiki:https://tfwiki.net/wiki/Main_Page--------Follow us on Instagram:@CommandCastFollow us on Twitter:@CommandCast@JoshLeeKwai@jfwongFollow 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

Show Notes:The Brothers’ War features legends so powerful they can’t be contained on just one card. This episode, we’re breaking down the Meld Commanders from Magic’s newest set to see just what we get for all our hard work. Are the synergies and combos worth the trouble? How powerful are the front faces on their own? Come find out what these fusible cards can do!--------Relevant Links:The Professor: Twitter:@TolarianCollegeGavin Verhey:Twitter: @GavinVerheyAbbott and Costello Who's on First:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sShMA85pv8MLexiSocials: @blackgirlmageGraham Stark:Socials @Graham_LRRAshlen Rose: Socials: @AshlenRose--------Follow us on Instagram:@CommandCastFollow us on Twitter:@CommandCast@JoshLeeKwai@jfwongFollow 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

Show Notes:You can’t win a war without a capable Commander. Luckily, The Brothers’ War is giving us plenty of powerful new legends to bring into battle. This episode, we’re digging deep into the multi-colored characters who shaped Magic’s oldest conflict to see what combos and synergies we can unearth. Who from Magic’s past do you want to lead your future deck? Come 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----------OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE:If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FNM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store!---------- ETSY:For gifts of all kinds, Etsy has it. Go to https://www.etsy.com/ and use code MERRY10 at checkout for 10% off your first purchase. FACTOR:Eat clean 24/7 with fresh prepared meals from Factor! Head to https://go.factor75.com/command60 and use code command60 to get 60% off your first box. RAYCON:RayCon wireless earbuds look, feel, and sound better than ever! Visit https://www.buyraycon.com/command to save 20% or more on your entire order for a limited time!----------CARD KINGDOM:The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards the fastest and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, accessories and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/commandULTRAPRO:Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode and providing awesome prizes for our giveaways. Be sure to check out their new 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 LinksGame Knights - Warhammer 40,000https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F1wCI2B16GU Find Craig Blanchette on Twitter:@craigblanchette----------Follow us on Instagram:@CommandCastFollow us on Twitter:@CommandCast@JoshLeeKwai@jfwongFollow 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

Show Notes:The sibling rivalry that nearly shattered a plane is now taking precon form! On this budget upgrade guide for The Brothers’ War Commander deck “Mishra’s Burnished Banner,” Jamie Block joins us to lay out the 10 cards to graft in (for under $30) and the 10 to remove in order to get this powerful precon into top war form!--------Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone--------OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE:If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FnM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store!-------- BETTERHELP:This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp! Join over 1 million people who have taken charge of their mental health. Get 10% off your first month by visiting: https://www.BetterHelp.com/CommandZone MARVEL SNAP - The Global launch of Marvel Snap was October 18th, so you can download the game right now using our custom link: https://www.inflcr.co/SHEyt  #sponsored #MarvelSnap INDEED:Need to hire? You need Indeed! Check out the platform where you can attract, interview, and hire all in one place at https://www.indeed.com/commandzone--------CARD KINGDOM:The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards the fastest and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, accessories and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/commandULTRAPRO:Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode and providing awesome prizes for our giveaways. Be sure to check out their new 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: @JamblockInstagram: @BenjamielaCyberpunk Edgerunners:https://www.cyberpunk.net/en/edgerunners--------Follow us on Instagram:@CommandCastFollow us on Twitter:@CommandCast@JoshLeeKwai@jfwongFollow 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

Show Notes:The greatest war Dominaria has ever seen is in full swing! So steel yourselves for battle, with our Brothers' War “Urza’s Iron Alliance” budget precon upgrade guide! Jordan Pridgen joins us to recruit 10 cards to add (for under $30) and 10 to eliminate to soup up the deck and prepare it for anything Mishra and his forces can throw your way!--------Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone--------OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE:If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FnM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store!-------- BETTERHELP:This podcast is sponsored by BetterHelp! Join over 1 million people who have taken charge of their mental health. Get 10% off your first month by visiting: https://www.BetterHelp.com/CommandZone MARVEL SNAP - The Global launch of Marvel Snap was October 18th, so you can download the game right now using our custom link: https://www.inflcr.co/SHEyt  #sponsored #MarvelSnap INDEED:Need to hire? You need Indeed! Check out the platform where you can attract, interview, and hire all in one place at https://www.indeed.com/commandzone--------CARD KINGDOM:The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards the fastest and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, accessories and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/commandULTRAPRO:Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode and providing awesome prizes for our giveaways. Be sure to check out their new 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:Jordan Pridgen:Twitter: @JordanPigeonInstagram: @JordanpridgenStorybook Brawlhttps://storybookbrawl.com/--------Follow us on Instagram:@CommandCastFollow us on Twitter:@CommandCast@JoshLeeKwai@jfwongFollow 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

MARVEL SNAP - Global launch was on October 18th so you can download the game right now using our link https://www.inflcr.co/SHEys #sponsored #MarvelSnap---------- Show Notes:Step right up and behold never-before-seen wonders as we enter the Astrotorium of Fun to break down Unfinity’s best Commander-legal cards. Come see which new legends look out of this world, find out our favorites for the 99, and learn the ins and outs of the all-new stickers and attractions.----------Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone----------OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE:If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FnM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store!----------FACTOR:Eat clean 24/7 with fresh prepared meals from Factor! Head to https://go.factor75.com/command60 and use code command60 to get 60% off your first box. “THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE RINGS OF POWER” PODCASTWatch The Rings of Power on Prime Video and listen to all eight episodes of The Official “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power” Podcast for free on Amazon Music. ----------CARD KINGDOM:The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards the fastest and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, accessories and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/commandULTRAPRO:Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode and providing awesome prizes for our giveaways. Be sure to check out their new 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 Socials:@JamblockMelissa Detora Socials:@MelissaDeToraEnd Step: The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Powerhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt7631058/----------Follow us on Instagram:@CommandCastFollow us on Twitter:@CommandCast@JoshLeeKwai@jfwongFollow 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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