The Command Zone

On this episode, we're examining all 8 of the new BLUE PARTNER cards from Commander Legends. With so many combinations, these creatures are going to have a TON of possibilities. Let's see what interesting combos and synergies we can come up with. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, we're examining all 8 of the new BLACK PARTNER cards from Commander Legends. With so many combinations, these creatures are going to have a TON of possibilities. Let's see what interesting combos and synergies we can come up with. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, we're examining all 8 of the new GREEN PARTNER cards from Commander Legends. With so many combinations, these creatures are going to have a TON of possibilities. Let's see what interesting combos and synergies we can come up with. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our budget upgrade guide for the Simic Landfall "Reap the Tides" CMR precon deck. We're giving our suggestions for the 10 cards to add (for ~$25) and 10 to remove in order to bring this deck to the level of "real" Commander decks asap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rachel and Joe are back in our studio to answer the most asked questions and discuss the most commented-on moments from YOU, the audience, in regards to the Commander Legends episode of Game Knights. What rules and gameplay mistakes did we make? What went on behind the scenes? Tune in and find out the answers to all of your questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our budget upgrade guide for the Boros Equipment "Arm for Battle" CMR precon deck. We're giving our suggestions for the 10 cards to add (for ~$25) and 10 to remove in order to bring this deck to the level of "real" Commander decks asap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, we're examining all 8 of the new WHITE PARTNER cards from Commander Legends. With so many combinations, these creatures are going to have a TON of possibilities. Let's see what interesting combos and synergies we can come up with. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, we're examining all 8 of the new RED PARTNER cards from Commander Legends. With so many combinations, these creatures are going to have a TON of possibilities. Let's see what interesting combos and synergies we can come up with. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode we look at the remainder of the SOLO (non-partner) legendary creatures from Commander Legends and breakdown the coolest combos and synergies that we see for each of them. If we don't talk about the Commander you're looking for here, that means we already covered it in episode #359. That, or we're going to be covering it soon in the upcoming partner episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Commander Legends looks awesome overall, but a couple of the card designs are causing some concern in the community. On this special mini-sode, Jimmy and JLK discuss Opposition Agent and Jeweled Lotus and go over what they think about these controversial new cards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Commander Legends is here! And it brings with it over 70 brand new legendary creatures to build around. On this episode we're discussing half of the SOLO (non-partner) Commanders from the set. What cool new decks are you gonna wanna build? What awesome synergies and combos go in each one? Watch and find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You can research and theorize as much as you want, but sometimes there's no substitute for direct experience. On this episode, we're going to talk about the decks everyone should brew on their own at least once, and the important lessons you learn when build and play them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's time to unveil our exclusive Commander Legends preview cards! Yes, we have multiple. And one is a very interesting and powerful new legendary creature. What does it do? Well, tune-in and find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's HALLOWEEN TIME! We're talking about some of the highlights (and lowlights) of the year so far and weighing in on whether we think they were TRICKS...or TREATS! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Commander format has evolved a lot in recent years. On this episode, Jimmy and JLK talk about how their card evaluations have changed and which specific effects they used to play a lot in the past, but rarely put into decks anymore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimmy and Josh discuss all of the controversy surrounding Secret Lair: The Walking Dead and answer a bunch of interesting listener questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimmy and JLK discuss the cool new decks they built and played on the most recent episode of Game Knights: Akiri, Fearless Voyager and Phylath, World Sculptor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimmy and JLK sit down with D to answer the most asked questions and discuss the most commented-on moments from YOU, the audience, in regards to the Zendikar Rising episode of Game Knights. What rules and gameplay mistakes did we make? What went on behind the scenes? Tune in and find out the answers to all of your questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zendikar Rising has ushered in a brand new mechanic: Modal Double-Faced Cards (MDFC's). These cards offer a high level of flexibility and choice to players who put them in their deck. But exactly how good are they? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Zendikar has risen! It's time for us to go through the new cards from ZNR that can go in your 99. Watch and find out which ones we think will make the biggest splash in Commander. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We take a look at every new legendary creature from Zendikar Rising and discuss their coolest combos, smoothest synergies and most interesting interactions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Our budget upgrade guide for the Rogue Tribal "Sneak Attack" ZNR precon. We're giving our suggestions for 10 cards to add (for ~$25) and 10 cards to remove in order to bring this deck to the level of "real" Commander decks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is our budget upgrade guide for the Naya Landfall "Land's Wrath" ZNR precon. We're taking a look at the full list, analyzing all the stats and discussing the reprint value. Then we give you our recommendation for 10 cards to add and 10 cards to remove in order to get this deck quickly tuned-up and ready for battle with "real" Commander decks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re unveiling the full deck list for the “Sneak Attack” Zendikar Rising Rogue Tribal Commander precon! This is includes a reveal of the three brand new cards, a look at the most notable reprints, and a breakdown of the STATS and value of the deck. Find the full deck list here: https://magic.wizards.com/en/articles/archive/card-preview/zendikar-rising-commander-decklists-2020-09-09 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mulan is finally here! In celebration of the release (on Disney+ Sept 4th) and Jimmy's role in the film, we've got a lot going on in this episode: 1) We're breaking down a special Mulan themed vorthos Commander deck that Jimmy has brewed up. 2) We're premiering a never-before-seen featurette (thank you Disney!) that gives an exclusive look behind-the-scenes of Mulan. 3) We're doing an EPIC GIVEAWAY tied to the release of the film. So make sure you tune in for a chance to win a bunch of awesome free stuff! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MTG artist (and avid Commander player) Jesper Ejsing joins the show to talk about how to secure victory by preventing, blocking, or otherwise stopping your opponents from winning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the Commander format becomes more popular, it often feels as if it's also becoming more and more homogenized. It can seem as though people are playing the same cards over and over again. On this episode, our resident MTG Hipster and Game Knights editor, Josh Murphy, joins the show to talk about how you can break the mold and make your decks more unique and more interesting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're joined by Ashlen Rose and Joseph Johnson to answer the most asked questions and discuss the most commented-on moments from YOU, the audience, in regards to the Double Masters episode of Game Knights. What rules and gameplay mistakes did we make? What went on behind the scenes? Does Sorin actually have a plus ability?? Tune in and find out the answers to all of your questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're talking about our favorite thing: card draw!! It may seem like a simple topic but there is a suprising amount of complexity. Card draw comes in many many forms. Understanding the differences between each one, and what their strengths and weakness are, will guarantee that you out-value your opponents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, we’re unveiling our two exclusive preview cards from Double Masters! After that, we break down some of the biggest moments in the most recent episode of Extra Turns and discuss what can be learned from those moments. Plus, Ladee Danger and Mitch from The Commander’s Quarters weigh-in with their own perspectives. What questionable decisions were made and how did they affect the outcome of the game? Watch and find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jimmy sits down with The Professor from Tolarian Community College to discuss a variety of issues, topics and questions like: What's the deal with Prof's new podcast? How does he approach grading new products? What's it like working with Wizards of the Coast in different capacities as a content creator? And much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are a handful of brand new cards from Jumpstart that aren't legendary creatures. Which ones are the most worthy of a spot in your 99? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have special guests Ladee Danger and Craig "Mr. Infect" Blanchette in the studio to answer the most asked questions and discuss the most commented-on moments from YOU, the audience, in regards to the M21 episode of Game Knights. What rules and gameplay mistakes did we make? What went on behind the scenes? Did Craig actually cheat? (hint: yes, he did) Tune in and find out the answers to all of your questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're going through the new Commanders from Jumpstart and discussing all of the coolest synergies, combos and interactions for each and every one of them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The second half of our M21 set review. We're covering all of the new blue, black, red, multicolored, artifact and land cards from Core 2021 that we think will make the biggest splash in Commander. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The first in a two part series discussing all of the new cards from M21 that can go in your 99. Find out which new effects we think will have the biggest impact on the format! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

M21 is here! And it brings a bunch of brand new Commanders for us to play with it. Which ones do we think will make for the coolest and most powerful decks? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The new rule change to fix commander death triggers has had an interesting ripple effect on the power of one specific legendary creature: Roon of the Hidden Realm. In this quick bonus episode, we discuss what happened, just how much stronger the flickering rhino now is, and what you need to watch out for when playing against him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A very special episode in the tradition of our classic STATS shows. We've compiled and analyzed data from a bunch of Commander gameplay videos in order to answer some interesting questions like: How long is the average game? How many times, on average, do players cast their Commanders per game? How often do players get into combat? and more. This is an episode that will challenge your preconceptions and (hopefully) help you look at the format with new eyes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, we breakdown the new rules change recently announced by The Rules Committee in regards to commander dies triggers. What cards will be the most impacted? Do we agree/disagree with the change? Tune in and find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode we're unveiling our exclusive M21 preview card. It's a splashy seven mana mythic-rare artifact called Chromatic Orrery. Wanna know what it does? Tune in and find out! Plus, we have a quick discussion regarding the companion rule changes and what they mean for the mechanic and it's playability in Commander. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, we're answering a bunch of listener submitted questions like: What to do if your playgroup stops politicking, how to handle playing Commander if you're a younger player, and should WotC print cards that they know will be problematic in certain formats but good in others? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Jimmy walks us through his BUDGET build for the partner pairing of Pako, Arcane Retriever and Haldan, Avid Arcanist. If you like playing with your opponent's cards, then this is the deck for you! ---------- Jimmy's Full Pako + Haldan Deck List: http://tappedout.net/mtg-decks/jimmys-budget-pako-haldan-command-zone-331/ ---------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, JLK breaks down his build for Obosh, the Preypiercer (as Commander). The goal of this deck is very simple: create fast games. And hopefully to also win some of those games. If you're looking to speed up the pace of your playgroup, this deck is for you! ---------- JLK's Full Obosh Deck List: https://tappedout.net/mtg-decks/jlks-obosh-command-zone-330/update/ ---------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're answering the most discussed comments, tweets and messages from YOU, the audience, in regards to the Commander 2020 episode of Game Knights. What rules and gameplay mistakes did we make? What went on behind the scenes? Tune in and find out the answers to all of your questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode we go over all of the new non-legendary cards from Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths and discuss which ones we think will make the biggest splash in Commander. ---------- Protect your privacy and identity online with ExpressVPN. Go to http://www.expressvpn.com/command and get up to 3 months free with a 12 months subscription! ---------- Check out Jimmy's Feast of Fiction Kitchen cook book! https://www.feastoffiction.com/ ---------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths is here! Jimmy and Josh examine and evaluate all of the new legendary creatures from the set and give you the lowdown on the best combos, synergies and interactions for each of them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The latest batch of mechanics from Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths are possibly the most complicated we have ever seen. On this episode, we'll walk through the new rules, the crazy interactions, and corner cases surrounding them to make sure the next time you sit down for a game, you're prepared for anything. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We've talked about the precons. We've talked about the reprints. We've talked about each of the Commanders. But now it's time to do a deep dive and discuss all of the new non-legendary cards from C20. This is a bunch of stuff that was designed deliberately for our format. Which ones are awesome? Which are duds? Let's find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Commander Rules Committee has announced another ban. Flash (the card, not the mechanic) is no longer legal in EDH. Is the RC now trying to balance the format for cEDH and tournaments? How will this affect future decisions by the governing body? Find out JLK's perspective from inside the discussions and get Jimmy's thoughts on if he agrees with the ruling. ---------- Rules Committee Official Statement on the Flash Banning (and other changes): https://mtgcommander.net/index.php/2020/04/20/april-2020-rules-update/ ---------- Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices