The Command Zone

Would you make a deal with a demon? Now is your chance, because Duskmourn is here to offer you what every Magic player truly wants: POWER! This new set is chock full of powerful cards, and we’ll show you the best of the best as we go over the top cards from Duskmourn for your 99. We’ll guide you through all the hot new tech you’ll want to snap up for your next deck. Instead of being a scared survivor, you can become the terrifying monster at the table! Come check it out.--------Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone--------GAME KNIGHTS LIVE - LAS VEGAS:Don’t miss your favorite gameplay show on the Main Stage at MagicCon Las Vegas! Watch Jimmy, Josh, Becca Scott, and Mark Rosewater face off in an epic Commander battle for the championship trophy. Tickets and badge info here:https://mcvegas.mtgfestivals.com/en-us/badges/buy-badges.html--------ORGAIN:For delicious real nutrition, check out Orgain’s 30 gram protein shakes. Support the show and get 20% off your order by using code COMMAND at: https://www.Orgain.com/COMMAND LIQUID IV:Hydrate two times faster than water alone with Liquid IV! Get 20% off when you use code COMMAND at checkout at: https://www.LiquidIV.com --------CARD KINGDOM:The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT:Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRAPRO:Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their 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:The Professor:Twitter: @TolarianCollegeBrian Kibler:Twitter: @bmkiblerJosh Murphy:Twitter: @alsonamedjoshManson Leung:Twitter: @Mansonleung_Rachel's Sidisi Deck:https://archidekt.com/decks/171880/sidisi_the_sultai_oneRachel's Disa Deck:https://archidekt.com/decks/8061094/disa_junds_em_outLet's play a game... of #MagicTheGathering:https://youtu.be/ab0ovGMZ1goDuskmourn w/ Jarvis Johnson & Ify Nwadiwe | Game Knights 73:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GLV798HGMKsHow to Play GREEN w/ Brian Kibler | The Command Zone 606:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-s47Bf93rUClash of Creators w/ Ced from One More Mana | Extra Turns 41:https://youtu.be/_JYHys4QoQs?si=20XwTHyr4IQW3l6X--------Follow us on TikTok:@thecommandzoneFollow us on Instagram:@CommandCastFollow us on Twitter:@CommandCast@JoshLeeKwai@jfwong@wachelreeksFollow 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

JLK chats with The Professor, a prominent Magic: The Gathering content creator from Tolarian Community College. They tackle the responsibilities of creators during community crises, emphasizing the need for accountability and constructive dialogue. The conversation shifts to the evolving landscape of Magic, discussing the Universes Beyond initiative and its implications. They also delve into the importance of genuine content creation, community feedback on Commander format changes, and the joy of engaging with the Popper format, all while promoting a positive gaming culture.

Further fallout from last week’s divisive new ban announcement:The Commander Rules Committee has decided to officially hand over control of the format to Wizards of the Coast. This shift in power brings the 13-year era of community management to an end. Needless to say, there’s a lot to talk about. Join Jimmy, Rachel, and JLK as we sit down to discuss our takes on how we got here, what’s happening now, and what we think this means for the future of Commander.--------Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone--------RAYCON:Raycon’s new upgraded Everyday Earbuds look, feel, and sound better than ever! To save 20-50% off on everything on their site and get free shipping go to: https://www.buyraycon.com/command --------CARD KINGDOM:The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT:Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRAPRO:Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their 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:On The Future Of Commander:https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/on-the-future-of-commanderOfficial Statement from the RC:https://x.com/mtgcommander/status/1840783614294069286WeeklyMTG | On the Future of Commander:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0zZDZ3AgxR4Magic: The Gathering Official Discord:https://discord.com/invite/wizards-magic--------Follow us on TikTok:@thecommandzoneFollow us on Instagram:@CommandCastFollow us on Twitter:@CommandCast@JoshLeeKwai@jfwong@wachelreeksFollow 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

Ever been on the wrong side of a Commander game and thought, “I’d need a miracle to win!” We're here to make it happen with our 10-card, $50 upgrade guide for the new “Miracle Worker” (white/blue/black) precon deck! Come see what enchanting new includes will take this Duskmourn list to new heights, and soon you’ll have everything you need to make your next victory look like divine intervention! (Not the card, that one makes it a draw.)--------Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone--------RAYCON:Raycon’s new upgraded Everyday Earbuds look, feel, and sound better than ever! To save 20-50% off on everything on their site and get free shipping go to: https://www.buyraycon.com/command --------CARD KINGDOM:The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT:Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRAPRO:Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their 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: @jamblockTalion, The Kindly Lord - Which Number Is Correct? | The Command Zone:https://youtu.be/WwXvywObUW4Game Knights Live: GRAND CHAMPIONSHIP | MagicCon Las Vegas:https://youtu.be/TysYpxPMuR8--------THE END STEP:PokeRogue:https://pokerogue.net/--------Follow us on TikTok:@thecommandzoneFollow us on Instagram:@CommandCastFollow us on Twitter:@CommandCast@JoshLeeKwai@jfwong@wachelreeksFollow 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

This is the episode you’ve been waiting for: We’re talking about the bans. This week’s ban announcement – removing Dockside Extortionist, Jeweled Lotus, Mana Crypt, and Nadu from the format – took the Commander community by storm. Some people are ecstatic, others are furious, but if you engage with Magic on the Internet you know this is all anyone’s been talking about. So in this special episode, JLK and Rachel sit down to hash out their thoughts on these controversial bans (except Nadu, that one’s fine).--------Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone--------ORGAIN:For delicious real nutrition, check out Orgain’s 30 gram protein shakes. Support the show and get 20% off your order by using code COMMAND at: https://www.Orgain.com/COMMAND MINT MOBILE:Get your new wireless plan starting at just 15 bucks a month at Mint Mobile. Cut your wireless bill today at https://www.mintmobile.com/command --------CARD KINGDOM:The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT:Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRAPRO:Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their 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:Commander RC September 2024 Quarterly Update:https://mtgcommander.net/index.php/2024/09/On Banning Nadu, Winged Wisdom in Modern:https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/feature/on-banning-nadu-winged-wisdom-in-modernSeptember 2024 Commander Banning FAQ:https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tOQ9zb6tR7gfFueqY9bjoXz6sOvv34wIZXpl4u8DcDw/preview#heading=h.brylgls4ubswJLK Banning Poll:https://x.com/JoshLeeKwai/status/1838294523925139738Commander Rules Committee:Twitter: @mtgcommanderCommander Rules Committee Discord:https://discord.com/invite/commanderCheck out our opinion on banning fast mana over a year ago!https://youtu.be/6Of0Q-QO6hU?feature=share--------Follow us on TikTok:@thecommandzoneFollow us on Instagram:@CommandCastFollow us on Twitter:@CommandCast@JoshLeeKwai@jfwong@wachelreeksFollow 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

To survive in the harrowed halls of Duskmourn, you’ve gotta be pretty scary yourself. It’s no surprise this set is loaded up with a bunch of frighteningly powerful new Commanders! This episode, we’ll be going over our picks for the best legends in the set, giving you a rundown of all the synergies and strategies you’ll need to put one of these monsters at the helm of your next deck. Don’t 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-------MINT MOBILE:Get your new wireless plan starting at just 15 bucks a month at Mint Mobile. Cut your wireless bill today at https://www.mintmobile.com/command ORGAINFor delicious real nutrition, check out Orgain’s 30 gram protein shakes. Support the show and get 20% off your order by using code COMMAND at: https://www.Orgain.com/COMMAND--------CARD KINGDOM:The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT:Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRAPRO:Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their 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:Scryfall syntax search for Rendmaw (multiple card types):https://scryfall.com/search?as=grid&order=edhrec&page=2&q=ci%3Agb+t%3A%2F%28artifact+%7Cbattle+%7Ccreature+%7Cenchantment+%7Cinstant+%7Cland+%7Cplaneswalker+%7Csorcery+%7Ctribal+%29%7B2%2C%7D%2F&unique=cardsAssassin’s Creed w/ Jonathan Young and D | Game Knights 71:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QDh71-mb8nw&tMTG Fallout w/ Kyle Hill & Tiffany Smith | Game Knights 68:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kuauoZWyyo“Death Toll” Full Deck Reveal & Upgrade | Duskmourn | The Command Zone 629:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZY_rkEpTcQ&tRachel's poll about Winter:https://x.com/wachelreeks/status/1831039353658998845--------Follow us on TikTok:@thecommandzoneFollow us on Instagram:@CommandCastFollow us on Twitter:@CommandCast@JoshLeeKwai@jfwong@wachelreeksFollow 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

BOO! Did we make you jump? Or are you just leaping to get your hands on the new “Jump Scare” (blue/green) Commander precon from Duskmourn? Settle down, because we’re here to calm your nerves and raise your power level with our 10-card upgrade guide, all for under $50! We’ll tell you which cards to cut and which to hide in the deck so, at your next game night, you’ll have everything you need to spook your opponents… TO DEATH!--------Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone--------LIQUID IV:Make hydration your new fall ritual with Liquid IV! Get 20% off when you use code COMMAND at checkout at: https://www.LiquidIV.com  SHOPIFY:Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz  --------CARD KINGDOM:The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT:Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRAPRO:Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their 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:Josh Murphy:Twitter: @alsonamedjoshDJ:Twitter: @jumbocommander--------THE END STEP:Level Up! - A Video Game Collecting Podcast:https://www.youtube.com/@LevelUpPod_Cal's Nintendo Collecting on Twitter:https://x.com/Nintendo_Cal--------Follow us on TikTok:@thecommandzoneFollow us on Instagram:@CommandCastFollow us on Twitter:@CommandCast@JoshLeeKwai@jfwong@wachelreeksFollow 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

Everybody hurts, sometimes… Especially when you’re playing against the new “Endless Punishment” (red/black) precon Commander deck from Duskmourn: House of Horrors!Today, we’re going to help you bring the pain with our 10 card upgrade, all for under $50! We’ll go over which cards to add and which ones to slash from the list for a power spike that will leave your opponents writhing in agony at your next game night!--------Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone--------SHOPIFY:Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz LIQUID IV:Make hydration your new fall ritual with Liquid IV! Get 20% off when you use code COMMAND at checkout at: https://www.LiquidIV.com  --------CARD KINGDOM:The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT:Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRAPRO:Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their 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: @jordanpigeon“Endless Punishment” Precon Upgrade Deck List:https://archidekt.com/decks/9234495/cz_630_endless_punishment_precon_upgradeDominaria United | Game Knights 56:https://youtu.be/X__qapQRP50--------THE END STEP:The Thing:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0084787/The Texas Chain Saw Massacre:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0072271/?ref_=fn_al_tt_7Van Helsing:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0338526/?ref_=fn_al_tt_1--------Follow us on TikTok:@thecommandzoneFollow us on Instagram:@CommandCastFollow us on Twitter:@CommandCast@JoshLeeKwai@jfwong@wachelreeksFollow 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

Have no fear, Duskmourn preview season isn’t quite over yet. We’ve got a terrifyingly cool new deck to show you, plus an upgrade guide that’s simply to die for. The time has come to reveal the new “Death Toll” (green/black) Commander precon, including 10 never-before-seen cards. Then, we’ll lay out our 10-card upgrade that won’t cost you an arm and a leg (under $50) so you can be the terror of the table at your next game night!--------Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone--------ORGAIN:For delicious real nutrition, check out Orgain’s 30 gram protein shakes. Support the show and get 20% off your order by using code COMMAND at: https://www.Orgain.com/COMMAND SHOPIFY:Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz  --------CARD KINGDOM:The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT:Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRAPRO:Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their 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:Link to Full Deck List:https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/duskmourn-house-of-horror-commander-decklists“Death Toll” Precon Upgrade Deck List:COMING SOONMTG Archenemy Format:https://magic.wizards.com/en/formats/archenemyWarhammer 40,000 w/ Cosmonaut Variety Hour | Game Knights 57:https://youtu.be/F1wCI2B16GU--------Follow us on TikTok:@thecommandzoneFollow us on Instagram:@CommandCastFollow us on Twitter:@CommandCast@JoshLeeKwai@jfwong@wachelreeksFollow 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

Every so often a Commander deck comes along that begs the question: Is this so stupid it’s brilliant, or just regular stupid? This episode, you can be the judge as master brewer Rachel Weeks presents the dumbest deck she’s ever built: Norin the Wary… with stickers! She’ll break down the sticking points she encountered along the way, as well as the tickets to its arguable success. Be very wary, because things are about to get weird!--------Thanks to our sponsors:SHOPIFY:Power your business with Shopify. Start your one-dollar-per-month trial period today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz RAYCON:Raycon’s new upgraded Everyday Earbuds look, feel, and sound better than ever! To save 15% on your entire order and get free shipping go to: https://www.buyraycon.com/command --------Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone--------CARD KINGDOM:The Command Zone is sponsored by Card Kingdom! If you want to receive your cards in one safe package and experience the best customer service, make sure to order your Magic cards, sealed product, accessories, and more at Card Kingdom: http://www.cardkingdom.com/command ARCHIDEKT:Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or manage your old favorites. Go to http://www.archidekt.com/commandzone to get started today! ULTRAPRO:Huge thanks to UltraPro for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their 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's “First Card To Add” Thread:https://x.com/wachelreeks/status/1545196979193618432Norin the Wary Deck List:https://www.archidekt.com/decks/9065103/cz_628_norin_the_waryDamen Lenz:Twitter: @DamenLenz--------Follow us on TikTok:@thecommandzoneFollow us on Instagram:@CommandCastFollow us on Twitter:@CommandCast@JoshLeeKwai@jfwong@wachelreeksFollow 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