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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Jun 3, 2015 • 1h 14min
GP Vegas with CSprankleRun, Brainstorm Brewery, & More! | #52
Josh and Jimmy report in on just exactly how exhausted they are from GP Vegas with fun interviews with some friends at the event - Jason Alt & Corbin Hosler from Brainstorm Brewery, Sean Gibbons from Wizards of the Coast, Magic's greatest cosplayer Christine Sprankle, and flavor expert AEMarling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 26, 2015 • 1h 11min
Deck Tech: Jhoira of the Ghitu | #51
We're covering one of the meaner decks in EDH - ever hear of Jhoira of the Gitu? You'll know her name by the time the game is over, that's for sure... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 21, 2015 • 1h 8min
Deck Tech: Marchesa Revisited | #50
For our 50th episode we're revisiting our very first deck tech - Marchesa, the Black Rose! Josh and Jimmy have taken their Marchesa deck lists in two different directions since its first iteration - find out what's changed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 19, 2015 • 1h 19min
The Banned List | #49
This week we break down the official ban list for EDH, whether we agree with each of the cards on it, and what might be possible bans in the future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 14, 2015 • 60min
Deck Tech: Shadowborn Apostle / Athreos | #48
Who says you can't have more than one of the same card in an EDH deck? We deck tech Josh's new brew focused on the one and only (or in this case, one of many) Shadowborn Apostle! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
May 12, 2015 • 1h 22min
EDH vs Modern | #47
Josh and Jimmy breakdown some key points to correctly evaluating cards and what to pay attention to when figuring out what's good in EDH vs. Modern. We also talk about some of the new Modern Masters 2015 spoilers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 30, 2015 • 59min
EDHiquette | #46
Etiquette - The customary code of polite behavior in society or among a particular profession or group. This is one of the more talked about and controversial aspects of EDH and is pointed to often as a source of frustration among players. In today's episode we talk about what causes confusion/disagreement around the table. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 28, 2015 • 1h 13min
Green – The Color Wheel Series | #45
We're talking about Green in a brand new series on The Color Wheel. We'll be breaking down each of the 5 colors in Magic by learning its history, examining its base "wants and needs", and understanding how it functions with each other color. Most importantly, how you can use it most effectively and have the most FUN when playing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 23, 2015 • 59min
Top 10 Green Cards in EDH/Commander| #44
Josh and Jimmy cover their top 10 favorite cards in GREEN for EDH/Commander. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Apr 21, 2015 • 1h 9min
Poli-Tips & Poli-Tricks | #43
You're accustomed to the politics around the table. You've worked out some good deals in your tenure as an EDH player... now it's time for some advanced techniques. In this episode, Josh shares some of his best tips and Jedi-mind tricks to help navigate and manipulate your way to victory. Jimmy happily writes it all down for future games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
