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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Jul 10, 2018 • 1h 13min
Underrated Favorites | #218
We all have cards we think are awesome but that never seem to show up on the opponent's side of the table. Why is no one else playing this stuff? On today's episode, Josh and DJ make the case for some of their favorite underrated cards in Commander. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 3, 2018 • 1h 40min
How to Power-up Your Decks | #217
With the release of new cards/sets and shifts in the local meta, Commander players are constantly tuning-up their decks. But how can you tell if you’re improving a strategy or making it worse? On today’s episode we discuss how to power-up your decks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 26, 2018 • 2h 25min
M19 Set Review | #216
The core sets are back! Josh is joined by substitute co-host DJ (Jumbo Commander on YouTube) to break down the new cards in M19 that we think will make a splash in Commander. From the return of Elder Dragons to all new planeswalkers, find out which cards you're gonna need for your next EDH night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 20, 2018 • 1h 30min
MTG Arena +M19 Preview Card w/ Ashlen Rose | #215
We've got cosplayer and Game Knights alum Ashlen Rose as a guest on this episode to talk about our experiences so far with the new digital form of Magic: the MTG Arena Closed Beta. Plus, we're unveiling our M19 preview card! It's one of the the original Elder Dragons, Arcades, the Strategist. What does it do? Watch and find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 12, 2018 • 1h 27min
Should ALL Planeswalkers Be Legal As Commanders? | #214
It's debate time! This week we're bringing on special guest Alex Kessler (@kesswylie) from the Masters of Modern podcast to discuss one of the most controversial and contentious EDH topics: Should ALL planeswalkers be legal as Commanders? Watch the episode and then weigh-in afterward with your own opinion in the comments! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jun 6, 2018 • 1h 8min
The Best Partner Commanders | #213
Battlebond has brought back the partner mechanic (sort of) so we're taking an in depth look at the best ways to choose and utilize your own dynamic duo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 30, 2018 • 1h 23min
Battlebond Set Review | #212
Wizard's latest set Battlebond is designed for two-headed giant (2HG) play but includes a ton of much-needed reprints and new cards that seem specifically geared for EDH. Should this set really be considered "Commander Masters"? Watch and find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 24, 2018 • 1h 6min
Shadowborn Apostle Deck Tech +Battlebond Previews | #211
On today's episode we're breaking down Josh's Shadowborn Apostle (Athreos) deck from the most recent episode of Game Knights. You saw just how explosive it can be but the devil (or demon) is in the details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 16, 2018 • 54min
What is the Right Way to Concede? | #210
Today we're answering listener questions including: What is the right way to concede? How do we feel about the hybrid mana rule in Commander? How do you beat Superfriends? and many more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 10, 2018 • 1h 15min
Politics: Deals & Alliances in Commander | #209
We've all done it. Nearly every game of multiplayer Magic features some kind of deal or alliance between players. The question is: are these types of negotiations helping you or hurting you? How can you improve this aspect of your game and up your win percentage? Watch and find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
