Best Edh Deck Guide Podcasts (2025)

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We Rank Every Precon from 2025 | 713 1:42:40

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Another year, another batch of Commander precons. But how did 2025’s crop turn out? With four Final Fantasy decks and a whole slew from within the worlds of Magic, there’s a lot to evaluate, so this episode we’re going one by one through every precon this year. We’ll be grading them each for playability, value, and just plain old fun! Come find out…

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No episode this week sorry! 0:34

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We weren't able to get the recording done in time for this week with the event and Slothy being sick. We will be back next week and again so sorry! Support the show

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The Best Budget Cards in Every Color Pair | 712 1:07:13

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Want to upgrade a deck that’s multiple colors without spending multiple dollars? Look no further! This episode, we’re bringing you 10 powerful cards—one for each color pair—that cost under $10 TOTAL! This tech gives you a ton of bang for your buck, so don’t miss out on these underrated gems. -------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support the show and become a …

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4 Avatar Commander Decks to Build Right Now | 711 1:13:41

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Does the lack of Avatar precons have you airbent out of shape? Don’t worry, we’ve brewed four awesome new decks for you with powerful Last Airbender legends! These lists are ready right out of the iceberg, so if you want to bring the beatdown in some cool new ways, do NOT miss this episode. -------- DUELING DRAGONS PLAYMAT KICKSTARTER: We’ve got no…

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Wan Shi Tong, Return Your Books (creatures) 57:52

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On this week's episode Daniel, Sherman and Slothy talk about the new commander Wan Shi Tong, Librarian. This commander enables draw when opponents search and provides us a man's sink as well. It's a great deck for being annoying on a budget. What would you put in this deck ? Deck list here https://archidekt.com/decks/17118211/wan_shi_tong_library_o…

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Avatar’s Best Cards (In the 99) | 710 2:12:47

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Looking for some powerful benders and badgermoles to upgrade your favorite Commander deck? Then this episode’ll quench ya, because we’re breaking down the best cards in the 99 from Magic’s latest set, Avatar: the Last Airbender. This set is packed with cool designs and potential new staples that’ll bring the four nations (and your three opponents) …

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The Cabbage Merchant - "Deck Recipe" 1:12:28

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On this week's episode the group talks about Slothys food tribal deck. This commander pumps out food tokens and uses them to ramp your deck even farther. This deck is a unique build where every card has pictures of food in it much like Sherman's book tribal deck. Let us know what we are missing! Deck list below! https://archidekt.com/decks/17287215…

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Avatar’s Most Powerful New Commanders | 709 1:44:33

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Magic’s Avatar: The Last Airbender is finally emerging from the iceberg, ready to bring balance to Commander. But what if you don’t want balance? What if you want… POWER? Say no more! This episode, we’re laying out the most powerful legends from Avatar for your viewing pleasure. From humble cabbage merchants to mighty firelords, we’ll show you the …

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Is it Finally Time to Change Hybrid Mana? | 708 1:30:06

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From the format’s inception, color identity has been a core part of Commander, creating deck diversity by forcing players to work within restrictions. But should those limits be loosened for hybrid mana? In most formats, hybrid mana makes cards more versatile, but in Commander it actually holds them back. Lately, the Commander Format Panel has floa…

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Avatar: The Last Airbender Preview Cards! | 707 28:25

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Yip yip! Previews for “Avatar: The Last Airbender” are taking off, and we’ve got two exclusive never-before-seen cards to reveal. So bend an ear as we reveal these exciting new airbenders, “Appa, Loyal Sky Bison” and “The Legend of Yangchen.” So if you’re thirsty for Avatar previews, don’t miss this video. It’ll quench ya! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON…

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Iroh, Grand Lotus Live Brew With @saltydeckgaming 1:36:20

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Ok this week's episode Daniel is joined by special guest Mel, from realm box and salty deck gaming to brew Iroh, Grand Lotus. This deck was a blast to put together and to talk about. Iroh is an amazing spell slinger deck that gives you all flash back and giant reduction on lessons. Tell me what would you have put in this list ? Did we miss anything…

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Pro Level Commander Advice from Actual Pros | 706 1:44:04

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1v1 Magic is full of lessons and strategies you can use to up your EDH game. This episode, we’ve enlisted help from the best of the best including: pro players, competitive streamers, and hall of famers. Get ready for a ton of level-up moments as we solicit sage advice from some of the top minds in all of Magic. ------- JOIN OUR PATREON: Support th…

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Commander Format Update 1:11:43

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On this week's episode Daniel, Sherman and Slothy talk about the new changes to the bracket system. We go over all the latest news and discuss the format and it's current direction! What do you think of the changes ? Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Intothe99 Go to house of cards for the best place to grab your singles! Use the promo code IT99 for …

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The New, NEW Commander Brackets | 705 1:13:52

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That’s right, the Commander Bracket system has been updated! But do the new changes actually make the brackets more clear? How will the Game Changer cuts impact the health of the format? Is every deck still a 3? Don’t miss our hot takes as Commander Format Panel members Rachel and JLK break down what’s happened and what still needs to be done to ma…

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Miles Morales - Great Power, Greater Counters 1:08:09

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On this weeks episode Daniel, Sherman and Slothy talk about a new naya commander. Miles Morales transforms to become the ultimate spider-man, a counter doubling monster with built in protection. This deck utilizes lots of budget counter options to take advantage of the ability to double each type of token. This deck seems like a blast to play. Let …

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The Best 10 Colorless Cards for just $10 | 704 1:07:51

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Want some high-impact, low-cost cards that you can run in ANY deck? You’ve come to the right place! It’s time for another 10 for $10, where we bring you 10 cards you can pick up for a grand total of $10. This time, all those cards are colorless! But just because they don’t have any color doesn’t mean they won’t have a huge impact on the board. So c…

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We Draft the Game Changers | 703 59:22

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The Command Zone fantasy draft is back, but this time we’re bumping up the bracket by drafting GAME CHANGERS! Jimmy, JLK, and Rachel are going to be making their picks for the top cards on the Commander Game Changers list. How brutal will they go? Will they tussle for the tutors? Battle for the bombs? Fight for the fast mana? Tune in and find out! …

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Dargo And Kediss, Suddenly 7/5 59:19

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On this weeks episode Daniel, Sherman and Slothy talk about one of Slothys newest decks. This Dargo deck utilizes insane cost reduction to get our commander out and swinging at lightning speeds. What would you run in a deck like this ? Also ! This is a fully pauper deck and extremely budget ! Let us know if you want an upgraded version as well! Dec…

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Is Universes Beyond Killing Magic? | 702 2:02:18

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Universes Beyond: What started as a single Secret Lair of The Walking Dead cards has now ballooned to encompass over half of all cards being released next year. Love it or hate it, UB has been a polarizing topic in the MTG community. Do Furby and Dwight from The Office belong in the same game as Urza and Mishra? Is there still room for Magic in Mag…

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Charity Event Recap and Building For MTG events 56:48

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By Into the 99

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Our Favorite Decks We Built This Year | 701 1:46:44

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What do you get when you fill an entire office with Commander addicts? A whole lot of decks, that’s what! This episode, we’re calling in the whole Command Zone staff to show off our favorite brews from the past year. So jump in and meet the people who work behind the scenes. We’ve got decks from every bracket, color, and era and we can’t wait to te…

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Toph, The First Metal Bender - Deck Tech 44:59

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On this week's episode Daniel, Sherman and Slothy talk about one of the new avatar commanders. Sherman built a theme deck based on the show Avatar. Toph, The First Metal Bender let's us reuse our artifacts and lands in really interesting ways ! What would you put in this list? deck list https://archidekt.com/decks/15275690/toph_the_first_metalbende…

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The Complete Guide to Mass Disruption | #700 1:13:00

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Looking to mess up your opponent's whole plan with a single card? Then it better be a piece of MASS DISRUPTION. That's our term for everything from board wipes to fogs to stax pieces. We’re breaking down how much mass disruption you need, the best cards for each role, and much more. Understanding this tech is a huge part of building better decks, s…

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The Fourteenth Doctor 57:54

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On this weeks episode Daniel, Slothy and Sherman talk about Slothys Dr Who deck. The Fourteenth Doctor is a really fun list that will keep giving you different play styles on each time. The commander Roulette self mills you and is just a blast over all. What would you put in this list ? Deck list below https://archidekt.com/decks/10015574/fourteent…

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4 Spider-Man Commander Decks to Build Right Now | 699 1:05:52

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No pre-made Commander decks? No problem! You can still use the new Spider-Man set to jump into Magic! Crafting a deck yourself might seem tough, but we’re here to help with four full decklists focused around top-tier characters. With these ready-to-build decks, you’ll be swinging over to your LGS ready to save the day (and win the game) in no time!…

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Peter Parker Deck Tech - Parker Luck 1:08:32

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On this week's episode Daniel, Sherman and Slothy talk about Peter Parker! Sherman built this cool theme deck on the premise of Parker luck and it is a super fun idea and execution. Tell us what you would put in this deck? Also what cards you're most excited for in Spider-Man? Deck list below https://archidekt.com/decks/15915961/peter_parker_amazin…

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Spider-Man’s Best Cards (In the 99) | 698 1:59:07

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Sure, Spider-Man can swing on a web, but which Spider-Man cards can you count on to swing the outcome of your next Commander game? This episode, we’re discussing the most powerful cards for the 99 from the new Universes Beyond: Marvel’s Spider Man set. Will these comic book bombs become the staples of tomorrow? (Spoilers, one might!) Tune in and fi…

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Volos Zoo 1:07:11

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On this weeks episode Daniel, Sherman and Slothy talk about Volo, Itinerant Scholar. This deck uses a green backround which could be replaced with any green backround to spit out tons of creatures. The fun thing about these creatures is that they do not share a type. This deck is often random and extremely fun and an insane draw engine. What would …

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Spider-Man’s Most Powerful Commanders | 697 1:52:48

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With great power comes great responsibility, so we’re going through the most responsible Commanders from Magic’s new set: Marvel’s Spider-Man! Which web-slingers and ne’er-do-wells will do well in your Command Zone? Don’t miss our friendly neighborhood breakdown of the strategies and synergies to really superpower these new legends. -------- Suppor…

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Hydro Man - Our Spider-Man Preview Card | 696 34:53

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BREAKING NEWS: Watery Villain Terrorizes Command Zone! Preview season is in full swing for “Marvel’s Spider-Man” and we’ve got a mono-blue menace to reveal right here on the web. Get ready for a world where the bad guy always has blue mana open with this dastardly new addition to Magic The Gathering - “Hydro Man, Fluid Felon!” Water you waiting for…

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Playing With New Mechanics 1:21:21

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On this weeks episode Daniel and Sherman talk about playing new mechanics. In a new small discussion series where we go over the things that helped us to improve at commander we go into why you should try different play styles. Is there a play style you just absolutely hate? We want to know about it! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Intothe99 Go to…

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JLK’s Personal Commander Decks | 695 2:04:01

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He’s been called the Mayor of Valuetown, the Draw-Go Despot, and He Whose Hand Is Always Full; it’s the one and only Josh Lee Kwai! Welcome to a guided tour of JLK’s personal Commander decks. Josh is sitting down to bring you a mini deck-tech for each and every commander in his current collection, complete with key cards and strategy for each. Whic…

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Felothar Morning After The Abzan 43:53

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On this week's episode the group goes over slothys budget Felothar Dawn Of The Abzan deck. This deck utilizes a strong counters theme on an amazing budget What would you put in the list ? Deck list here https://archidekt.com/decks/12788849/morning_after_for_the_abzan Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Intothe99 Go to house of cards for the best place…

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The Best Commander in All 32 Color Combos | 694 1:28:31

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Tired of playing with chaff in the Command Zone?! Want to know which legends are truly the best of all time? The GOATs of the format? Today, we’re sitting down and bringing you the greatest Commanders in every single color combination! Whatever guild, wedge, shard, or color calls out to you, we’ll break down the top-tier choices from the entirety o…

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Infinite Guideline Station - Welcome New Citizens 1:00:00

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On this week's episode Daniel, Sherman and Slothy talk about Shermans newest edge of infinity deck. Infinite Guideline Station is a five color artifact that can be your commander with the new rules change. This commander is both a draw engine and token enabler all one really cool looking package! Let us know how you would have built this one! Deck …

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10 Utility Lands You Should Buy for $10 | 693 54:54

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Utility lands may not cost you a card slot, but they can cost a fortune! This episode, we’re highlighting some lands that’ll let your mana base make an impact on your gameplan, but not your wallet. We’ve got 10 sweet utility lands you can pick up for just $10 TOTAL, so don’t miss this sweet list that’s anything but basic! -------- WATCH OUR MAGIC M…

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How to Beat Green Decks w/ Brian Kibler | 692 1:23:20

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It ain’t easy beating green, but MTG Hall of Famer Brian Kibler is here to help! Yes, with all that ramp, green can get so far ahead that catching up feels impossible. But today we’re sharing some tips and tricks to exploit the color’s weaknesses and give yourself the best shot against the big bad green deck that keeps stomping your pod! -------- S…

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An Atla Palani Secret Commander Deck Tech! 56:19

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On this week's episode Daniel, Sherman and Slothy go back into the vault of decks to talk about one of Daniels old decks. This deck utilizes Atla Palani to go through our deck and pull out our secret commander letting us play in a really weird and unique way. This deck is extremely budget and accessible and will definitely leave your group confused…

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Commander Sucks - Part 1: Great Expectations | 691 1:10:26

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Commander sucks, right? It’s impossible to balance, you have to sit through long turns, sometimes it feels like you didn’t even get to play. Yes, as much as we love the format (we promise) there are definitely some inherent flaws in our favorite way to play. But what are they and how can we mitigate them to still have a good time even when game nig…

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The Indomitable - We'll Call It A Draw 1:00:17

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On this week's episode Daniel, Sherman and Slothy talk about another vehicle commander option. The Indomitable enables card draw when you do combat Damage to opponents. This aggro blue deck is a ton of fun and utilizes the new rule of vehicles in the command zone ! What would you run in this deck ? Deck list below https://archidekt.com/decks/148111…

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This Deck Is Too Powerful For My Playgroup | 690 1:11:26

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When you love a deck you want to upgrade it to the best it can be, but what do you do when a beloved brew becomes too powerful? In this episode, we explore that question by analyzing the life of Rachel’s high-powered Aeve, Progenitor Ooze deck. What started as a mono-green stormy dream became the ooze that cannot lose, until it finally had to get t…

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10 Cards You Should Buy for $10 | 689 38:26

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Looking to tune up your Commander decks without taking out a loan? This episode we’re here to show off some cheaper sleeper hits you can nab for a total of 10 bucks. These cards give a ton of bang for your buck, so don’t miss our list of underappreciated tech. The budget is low but the power is high—come see what made the cut! -------- Support the …

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Dawnsire, Sunstar Dreadnought - The Damage Station 1:25:44

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On this week's episode Daniel, Sherman and Slothy talk about Dawnsire, Sunstar dreadnought. This commander utilizes the new rule change in commander to allow vehicles to serve as commander. This deck is fairly budget and looks like an absolute blast to play! What would you have put in this list ? Deck List Here https://archidekt.com/decks/14520572/…

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Edge of Eternities’ Best Cards (In the 99) | 688 2:08:26

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In Edge of Eternities, we learn the vastness of space contains a vast amount of cards—but which are worth bringing aboard your favorite Commander decks? This episode, we’re breaking down this new set’s best and brightest stars to go in the 99. Which new tech will power up your engine to warp speed? What cards are powerful in a vacuum… of SPACE! Tun…

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Hope, Mill On A Budget 1:04:05

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On this weeks episode the group is back! We go over a budget version of Hope Estheim. This commander mills the table when we gain life and makes a very frustrating play style. Mill is an archetype that does tend to struggle and cards like this definitely make it a viable commander option. What would you have put in this deck ?! Deck list here https…

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Most Powerful Commanders in Edge of Eternities | 687 1:38:04

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In space, no one can hear your opponents scream. Even when you play an out-of-this-world commander from Magic’s latest set Edge of Eternities! We’re going over all of the most powerful new legends from MTG’s first foray into the great unknown, laying out all the synergies and strategies you need to know so your next interstellar deck is guaranteed …

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“Counter Intelligence” Precon Upgrade | Edge of Eternities | 686 1:03:45

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Magic’s newest set addresses the age-old question: “Is there intelligent life in the universe?” The answer is YES! It’s in the new “Counter Intelligence” (blue/white/red) precon from Edge of Eternities. So to make you look extra smart at your next game night, we’re bringing you our $50 upgrade guide, with 10 cards to add for big-brain plays, and 10…

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“World Shaper” Full Deck Reveal & Upgrade | Edge of Eternities | 685 1:02:22

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With Edge of Eternities, Wizards is shaping whole new worlds, and with this never-before-seen Commander precon, you can do the same! It’s time to reveal the brand new land-sacrifice themed “World Shaper” (Black/Red/Green) deck, including the two Commanders and 10 cosmically powerful new cards. Then we’ll help you terraform the list with our $50 10-…

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Black Waltz 3, A Not So Uncommon Deck 56:23

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On this weeks episode Sherman and Slothy talk about Black Waltz No. 3 This ...uncommon commander.... packs quite a punch. It is able to whittle the table down really quickly and is a blast to pilot. What would you put in this list ? Deck list below https://archidekt.com/decks/14293285/black_waltz_the_not_so_uncommon Patreon: https://www.patreon.com…

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You're Doing Commander Politics Wrong | The Command Zone 684 1:02:44

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If you want to win more in Commander, it’s not just about how you play your decks—it’s about how you play your opponents! This episode, we’re revisiting some political tips and tricks that still hold up at today’s tables. Whether you’re new to the social game or just want a refresher, don’t miss this masterclass in manipulation. -------- Support th…