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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Mar 31, 2021 • 1h 12min
The Most Powerful Synergies in Commander | #383
If you want to get the most out of your cards, you’ve got to make sure that they’re working together. This episode, DJ from Jumbo Commander returns to discuss synergies, some of the most powerful tools in Commander. Make sure you know know what they are, how they work, and when you should use them in your deck. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 25, 2021 • 1h 23min
Game Knights: Roundtable – Time Spiral Remastered | #09
After a high-powered Game Knight full of wheels and deals, it’s time to call together The Roundtable! NFL player Cassius Marsh and cosplayer Ashlen Rose join our hosts to discuss the best moments, biggest decisions, and all the mistakes and misplays that made the Time Spiral Remastered Game Knights one of the craziest (and most contentious!) episodes to date. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 16, 2021 • 1h 18min
The Art of the Board Wipe | #382
Wrath effects. Love ‘em or hate ‘em, when the battlefield gets out of control, sometimes you just need to hit the reset button. This episode we the different types of board wipes, how many you should run, which ones work most effectively in which decks, and how to know when to use them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 10, 2021 • 1h 26min
How Did We Get Here? | #381
The Command Zone has come a long way, but how did we get to where we are? Who were Jimmy and Josh and what did they do before starting the podcast? To answer those questions, we’ve remastered one of our very favorite episodes, recut with clean audio and fresh visuals, to explore our origin stories. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 4, 2021 • 20min
Time Spiral Remastered Preview Cards | #380
Old is new and new is old! Time Spiral Remastered is on the way and that means we need to reveal our three exciting preview cards. Including a format staple in sweet new (old?) retro framing. Come check it out before the future becomes the past! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 2, 2021 • 1h 38min
The NEW Commander Deck Building Template | #379
Building a Commander deck can be daunting, but effective strategies can make it a breeze! Discover the significance of standalone versus enhancer cards for a versatile gameplay. Explore how to clarify your deck’s goals and the pivotal role of your chosen commander. The episode dives into optimizing card selection, maintaining a balanced mana curve, and the importance of thematic choices for synergy. Plus, learn how to navigate interactions and focus your strategy for a more enjoyable gaming experience!
Feb 23, 2021 • 1h 26min
Azorius "Phantom Premonition" [Kaldheim] Budget Upgrade Guide | #378
We’ve had a premonition! The future holds… a stronger commander deck! This episode we take a look at the Kaldheim “Phantom Premonition” precon deck, and give you our 10-card budget upgrade recommendations to make sure you get the most out of this ghost for $25 or less. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 18, 2021 • 1h 19min
Game Knights: Roundtable – Kaldheim | #08
We reconvene at the Roundtable once again to discuss the Kaldheim episode of Game Knights. Guests Jacob Bertrand (Cobra Kai) and Rachel Weeks (CAG member) join Jimmy and Josh to answer your questions, discuss the biggest gameplay decisions and misplays, and reminisce about that time giant indestructible snakes tried to destroy them all! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 15, 2021 • 1h 5min
Golgari "Elven Empire" [Kaldheim] Budget Upgrade Guide | #377
What does it take to make an empire stand the test of time? This episode we give you our 10-card budget upgrade recommendations to make the “Elven Empire” Kaldheim precon into a deck that can duke it out with “real” commander decks with only $25 worth of changes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 10, 2021 • 2h 20min
Kaldheim Set Review | #376
Grab your battleaxe and a warm jacket, it’s time to venture deep into the snows of Kaldheim! This episode we review the new cards for your 99 and try to foretell which ones will have the biggest impact on the format.----------What we talked about during THE END STEP:Game Knights Audition Winner(s) Announcement!https://collected.company/audition/---------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
