

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 12, 2019 • 1h 5min
Jacob’s Game Knights Deck Tech | #258
Show Notes: Newly minted knight and fan audition winner Jacob Holloway joins the show to breakdown and discuss his “Anything You Can Do, I Can Do Better” deck which he piloted on the most recent episode of Game Knights (#24). If you like borrowing stuff from your opponent’s deck, you’re gonna love this fun and unique build.---------What we talked about on THE END STEP:Arcadia Quest:http://arcadiaquest.com/en/----------Find Jacob on Twitter:@JacobHollowayIV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 4, 2019 • 1h 8min
The Biggest Gamesplay Mistakes (That Are Costing You Wins) | #257
We’ve all been there. It’s crucial point in the game, and you’re faced with a critical decision. You have numerous cards you could play, multiple threats you could target, and different opponents you could attack. You weigh your options and make a play. And it turns out to be wrong. It costs you the game. Today, we’re talking about the biggest gameplay mistakes that players make. And how you can avoid them. ---------- What we talked about on THE END STEP: Apex Legends: https://www.ea.com/games/apex-legends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 20, 2019 • 59min
Should Infect Be Changed in EDH? | #256
It’s a mailbag episode! On today’s show we’re answering listener questions like: Should the INFECT rules be changed in EDH? How do you handle missed rules interactions, after the fact? When is that fan episode of Game Knights finally going to come out?? And many more!---------- What we talked about on THE END STEP: Suns_Champion’s (from our Discord) created a spotify playlist of the original versions of all the songs we’ve sung to start the show: https://open.spotify.com/user/22wijelipvopfosuh4tssvt4a/playlist/7IEfRN0ydaTBQP2NjG91x0?si=y5fK8X6gTHSRoInKoSYaiw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 14, 2019 • 1h 40min
The BLING Episode | #255
On today’s episode, DJ and Jimmy are highlighting their favorite ways to bling out their Commander decks, covering the many different things you can do to personalize your collection and show off your own unique style on the battlefield. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 6, 2019 • 1h 16min
Cards You Should Be Playing (But Aren’t) | #254
On today’s episode, we’re talking about a bunch of cards you should be playing, but probably aren’t. We'll help you find some cool new tech that fits into a ton of your existing decks. And the best news is: most of it these cards are super cheap! ---------- What we talked about on THE END STEP: Fitness: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Physical_fitness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 30, 2019 • 1h 17min
To The Rules Committee | #253
Exciting news! Josh has been selected to the new Commander Advisory Group (CAG). This is a panel of people whose role is to provide official feedback on topics suggested by the Commander Rules Committee and raise issues that they believe need attention within the EDH format.As a result, on today’s episode we thought it would be a good idea to discuss the most prominent and current hot-button Commander issues. That way we can find out what JLK’s stance is on each of them, what actions (if any) he will advocate for the RC to take, and why. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 22, 2019 • 59min
Lavinia – Game Knights Deck Tech | #252
We’re continuing our deck techs in advance of the upcoming episode of Game Knights (which will be released on January 25th) by breaking down Jimmy’s Lavinia, Azorius Renegade build.This card got a lot of attention from the community when it was spoiled, with some even predicting a banning. Find out just how mean Jimmy decided to be!----------Jimmy’s Lavinia Deck List:http://tappedout.net/mtg-decks/jimmys-lavinia-game-knights-23/?cb=1548180063----------What we talked about on THE END STEP:On the Basis of Sex:http://focusfeatures.com/on-the-basis-of-sex Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 15, 2019 • 55min
Judith – Game Knights Deck Tech | #251
We’re doing something a little different. We’re going to deck tech the Judith deck that JLK built for an upcoming episode of Game Knights (to be released on January 25th). This means you’ll get an idea of how the deck was built and what it’s trying to do before watching the episode.Judith may not look like much but there are a lot of cool interactions and synergies that aren’t apparent at first glance. Come find out how to make the most out of the Scourge Diva.----------Josh’s Judith Decklist:https://tappedout.net/mtg-decks/jlks-judith-game-knights-23/?cb=1547576653----------What we talked about on THE END STEP:Black Mirror: Bandersnatch:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Mirror:_Bandersnatch Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 11, 2019 • 1h 40min
Ravnica Allegiance Set Review | #250
Jimmy and Josh discuss the new cards from Ravnica Allegiance and which ones they think will make a splash in Commander. From the new legendary creatures and planeswalkers to a potential white staple card, this set has a lot going on. Is there something awesome to spicy up one (or more) of your decks? Listen and find out!----------What we talked about on THE END STEP:Bird Box:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2737304/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 3, 2019 • 1h 8min
How NOT to Evaluate Cards + Ravnica Allegiance Preview Card | #249
This week, we’re taking a look at some of our old episodes and wondering how we could be so wrong at about certain cards. And then we discuss how those missteps can help us learn to have better analysis in the future.Plus, we're revealing our exclusive Ravnica Allegiance preview card. It's a mythic legendary that seems crazy powerful. Check it out and let us know what you think!----------What we talked about on THE END STEP:Hades:https://www.epicgames.com/store/en-US/product/hades/home Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices