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The Command Zone

The Command Zone

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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! [email protected] We wanna make the podcast even better, help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4 For advertising opportunities please email [email protected] Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/us/terms-and- ...
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MTG Pro Tutor - Insights, Tips & Advice from Magic: The Gathering Pros

Shaun Penrod talks tips and stories with professional Magic: The Gathering

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MTG Pro Tutor is a top rated Magic: The Gathering podcast and here's why: professional Magic players and community notables share their origin stories twice a week (Tue & Fri) and impart actionable tips you can use the next time you sit down to play. Learn from the wealth of experience they've built through hours of practice and playing against hundreds of opponents and start seeing improvements in your own skill right away. Don't you hate feeling like you play and play and don’t improve? Su ...
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Cardboard Cave Podcast

Cardboard Cave Podcast

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Welcome to Cardboard Cave Podcast When four Planeswalkers from the Plains of Puerto Rico decided to join forces to make a Podcast and talk about many Magic The Gathering formats but always ended in EDH (Elder Dragon Highlander) why is that?
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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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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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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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Trevor and Ian decide to try out a drinking game while reviewing the reserved list for cEDH applicability. They go off the rails quite a few times during the review, but they stay on the tracks and give you the honest review these cards deserve...even if it isn't favorable! SOCIALS: Twitter: https://x.com/cedhsermon Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profil…
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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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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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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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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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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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Today we rank all of the blue interaction spells for cEDH! Which counterspells have the most viability in cEDH? Which bounce spells are worth including in your cEDH decks? We may have a few hot takes, but trust us, we're always right (right?) SOCIALS: Twitter: https://x.com/cedhsermon Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cedhsermon.b... Instagram: / c…
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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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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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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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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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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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What's bull and what's busted? Join Trevor, Ian, and guest star Jesse from GoToCombatMTG for the premier episode of Bull---- or Busted to find out! We each created 5 custom cards that are potentially cEDH playable to pitch to the others to see if they would be ok with printing them. Let us know if you'd print any of these busted, broken, or bull---…
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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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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…
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It took us a hot minute to get this uploaded, but it's here: Episode 22 of the cEDH Sermon. Today, Trevor and Ian compare popular meta decks and place them on a spectrum of generic to unique (specialized). Why are certain generic decks good in the format? Why are certain specialized decks good? Join us to hear our thoughts. SOCIALS: Twitter: https:…
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Wanna brew something broken with tokens? Then look no further, because this episode we’re breaking down the best commanders for going wide. Come see which legends will help you wreck with a board full of rectangles, and don’t miss any of the hot tech you’ll need to make things really pop off. With our help, you won’t just be creating tokens with yo…
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A lot of Commander’s most high-impact staples also come at a high price point. But which of the format’s costly cardboard rectangles are actually worth it? This episode, we’re going through some expensive cards that actually do pay for themselves (in wins), and calling out some that may feel more like a rip-off. They say money can’t buy happiness, …
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The Command Zone hosts are going head-to-head-to-head once again in an epic fantasy draft of Commander’s splashiest sorceries! This episode, Rachel, Jimmy, and JLK will be choosing from the biggest and baddest spells the format has to offer. What effects will be worth first-picking? Who will end up with the flashiest final pool? You just have to wa…
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🚨Don't Forget To Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdsnGu3EmkRYnIgMGJKjdGw🎥 About This Video:🔥 Dive into the exciting world of card games with our latest video, “Top 3 Cards from the New Final Fantasy Set!” 🌟 Whether you’re a fan of Magic: The Gathering or a Commander aficionado, this video is a must-watch! We break down the best new addi…
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We review the Final Fantasy set for cEDH applicability. Are there any noteworthy staples? Is the format going to get warped? Who knows! Join us on the cast and see which cards may have an impact. SOCIALS: Twitter: https://x.com/cedhsermon Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cedhsermon.b... Instagram: / cedhsermon Tik Tok: / cedhsermon Patreon: patreo…
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Everyone has a favorite Final Fantasy character. And this episode, we’re here to help you make them as impactful on the battlefield as they were on your console! We’re covering all the most iconic legends from Magic’s new set: from loveable Chocobos, to brooding swordy-bros, we’ve got something for everyone. Jump in and let’s start turning those ch…
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A good Commander deck doesn’t just need a strong protagonist—the whole party’s gotta pack a punch! Today, we’re breaking down which cards from Magic’s latest set, Final Fantasy, are most worth including in the 99. How busted is the Buster Sword? How far can a Traveling Chocobo take you in a game of Commander? This set is full of new tech to level u…
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Final Fantasy is completely revealed and it is FULL of powerful legends from across the franchise’s over-30-year history! But which of these new Commander contenders are the absolute strongest? This episode, we’ve narrowed down the roster to the most playable characters. We’ll lay out the strategies and synergies you’ll need to min/max their potent…
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🚨Don't Forget To Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdsnGu3EmkRYnIgMGJKjdGw🎥 About This Video:🎉 Dive into the magic of nostalgia with our latest video discussing the NEW Magic The Gathering Final Fantasy set! 🃏✨ Join us as we explore how MTG is evolving into a phenomenon reminiscent of Pokémon. Are the crossovers enriching our gaming exper…
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Final Fantasy VI did a LOT with only 16 bits, but we’re here to do even more with only 10 cards! That’s right! It's time for our $50 budget upgrade guide for the new Magic the Gathering: Final Fantasy “Revival Trance” (red/white/black) precon Commander deck. We’ll bring you 10 cards to add as playable characters, and the 10 you can cut from the par…
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Ready to begin your pilgrimage across the land of Spira to defeat Sin and save the world? You’re definitely going to need the Final Fantasy X “Counter Blitz” (green/white/blue) preconstructed Commander deck from the new Universes Beyond set, Final Fantasy! To help you along the way, check out our $50 upgrade guide, showing you 10 cards to add and 1…
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The Final Fantasy + MTG crossover is going to be huge… TITANIC even! And today we’re summoning an equally enormous preview card: “Summon: Titan!” It could leave a massive footprint in multiple formats, so if you don’t want to get stomped, you need to be in the know. Come find out what this cool new Universes Beyond: Final Fantasy saga does! -------…
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Celes Is The Best Mardu Commander in cEDH. Period. Ok we don't know that yet, but according to us it is. Mark our words...Celes is going to be relevant in the upcoming meta. DECK LISTS: Ian: https://moxfield.com/decks/Cf2EUUk-DkO1P1t4CXAUMA Trevor: https://moxfield.com/decks/CeI7JfBXTUqBwXR8nLJydA SOCIALS: Twitter: https://x.com/cedhsermon Bluesky:…
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🚨Don't Forget To Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdsnGu3EmkRYnIgMGJKjdGw🎥 About This Video:¡Bienvenidos a nuestro emocionante resumen del Puerto Rico Comic, donde compartimos nuestra increíble experiencia como invitados de The Dungeon Experience, gracias a la invitación de Cultura Secuencial! 🎉 Únete a nosotros mientras exploramos lo me…
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Ready to go from MMO to MTG? Now you can with the new FFXIV Esper (white/blue/black) precon deck “Scions & Spellcraft” from the latest Universes Beyond: Final Fantasy set! We’re here to save you some time loot-farming by providing you with our $50 upgrade guide. We’ll show you 10 cards to add to your party and 10 to remove, so that the next time yo…
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BOOM! No, that’s not a Mako reactor exploding, it’s Final Fantasy 7 busting out of Midgar and into the world of Magic: The Gathering! Today, we’re bringing you our upgrade guide for the brand new Universes Beyond: Final Fantasy 7 “Limit Break” (white/red/green) Commander precon deck. Equip Cloud, Tifa, Aerith and the rest of Avalanche with 10 cards…
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Ian and Trevor have done their research on Magda and Tayam and are now ready to discuss how they operate. They are both unique decks that don't have the typical Thassa's Oracle or Breach lines. Sometimes these combos can be intimidating for new or unfamiliar players. We break things down in an easy to understand (hopefully) discussion. To be clear,…
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In 2018, we thought these Commanders were the worst of the worst, the scourge of the game, we HATED them! But do these boogeymen from the past still haunt our nightmares? This episode, we’re taking a look back and reacting to episode 561 “Commanders We Hate Playing Against” to see how our evaluations hold up. Which are still banes of the format, an…
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After 15 years on the banlist, the dastardly Braids, Cabal Minion has been UNLEASHED on the world of Commander once again! But after such a long time on ice, is Braids the unbridled force of evil she once was? There’s no question that the game of MTG has changed since the last time this game changer saw play, so it’s time to look at a brand new Bra…
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Commander Brackets: It’s the new WotC-led deck classification system that’s taking the format by storm! But wait-- they’re in BETA! So what’s keeping Commander Brackets from being a complete and final product? In this episode, Jimmy and Rachel sit down to discuss this question and many more in-depth. Do brackets work well as-is? What issues need to…
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THE GAME OF COMMANDER HAS CHANGED! In their first major act since taking control of the format, Wizards has released a new Commander B&R announcement, and five whole cards are coming OFF the banned list! At the same time, 18 cards have been added to the list of Commander Bracket “Game Changers.” Needless to say, there’s a lot to talk about! This ep…
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Here be dragons! Tarkir: Dragonstorm is raging through the world of MTG and, if you don’t want to get swept away, you’re gonna need some powerful cards. Never fear, stormchasers, this episode we’ll be going over the best cards for your 99 from the new set. These cards might not be legendary, but with the strategies and synergies we’ve got here for …
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Do you yearn to mobilize an unstoppable horde of Tarkir: Dragonstorm warriors and tokens? You’re going to need our “Mardu Surge” (red/white/black) precon upgrade guide! We’ll show you 10 cards that mar-DO deserve a spot in the deck and 10 cards that, like all weaknesses, must be cast off. The next time your horde hits the board, victory will be ine…
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🚨Don't Forget To Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdsnGu3EmkRYnIgMGJKjdGw🎥 About This Video:🚀 Welcome back to the Cardboard Cave Podcast! In this exciting new episode, we dive into the latest **Magic: The Gathering** leaks surrounding *Final Fantasy* right from Brazil! 🥳 Plus, get the insider scoop on the upcoming **Secret Lair Commander…
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Everyone knows the dragons from Tarkir: Dragonstorm are tough, but upgrading your deck can be even tougher! Well have no fear, because today we’re buffing the “Abzan Armor” (white/black/green) precon with our $50 upgrade guide! We’ll show you the 10 cards that will help suit up your deck so that the next time you hit your local game store, your str…
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🚨Don't Forget To Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdsnGu3EmkRYnIgMGJKjdGw🎥 About This Video:🔥 Dive into the epic realm of Magic: The Gathering with our latest video on the "Top 3 Cards from Tarkir Dragonstorm"! 🐉 Whether you're a seasoned planeswalker or a curious newbie, get ready to unleash the fiery potential of dragon-wielding tactic…
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Looking to take your Commander pod by Dragonstorm with a powerful new deck? Then join us as we break down the best legendary creature cards from Magic’s grand return to Tarkir. Behold all the synergies, strategies, and hot tech you’ll need to stoke the flames behind these devastating Dragons and fearsome fighters. Who will rise above the pack? You’…
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Worried your new Tarkir dragon deck might be more bark than bite? Then, it’s time to power up your “Temur Roar” (green/blue/red) precon with our $50 upgrade guide! We’ll lay out 10 cards to add as fuel for the flames and 10 you can burn—not literally!—to make room. With these quick swaps, you can take wing at your next Commander night and claw out …
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