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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! commandzonecast@gmail.com We 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%20PolicyCopyright 2016 Collected Company
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  • Four Hobbit Commander Decks to Build Right Now | 757

    Four Hobbit Commander Decks to Build Right Now | 757
    Aug 11 2026
    The Hobbit is finally here, but without any precious precons! Don’t worry! If you want a list you can pick up and play, we’ve brewed four exciting options for you using some of the set’s coolest legends. From Elves to Goblins to Dwarves to a brand new Bear Force, we’ve got decks with different punching powers for whichever bracket you like to play. Don’t miss them! -------- JOIN OUR PATREON! Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- FACTOR: Eat smart with Factor. To get 50% off your first box plus free breakfast for one year, use code command50off at: https://www.factormeals.com/command50off RAYCON: Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your FREE trial 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! ULTRA PRO: Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Reggie AKA Arcade: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reggiethearcade YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReggieTheArcade Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reggie.aka.arcade The Great Goblin Deck List: https://archidekt.com/decks/24659968/cz_757_the_great_goblin Beorn, the Fierce Deck List: https://archidekt.com/decks/24750291/cz_757_beorn_the_fierce Thorin, King of Durin's Folk Deck List: https://archidekt.com/decks/24750891/cz_757_thorin_king_of_durins_folk Thranduil, the Elvenking Deck List: https://archidekt.com/decks/24662123/cz_757_thranduil_the_elvenking We Play w/ BANNED Cards (ft. Crim) | Extra Turns 73: https://youtu.be/BEMxzQkenRA?si=JvJmf4Ca8LMD-04c 10 PLAYER Commander Game!: https://youtu.be/CvyRDmwOeCs?si=So3x1_zCkw-8Ydsq Post Game Talk | 10 Player Commander Game: https://youtu.be/FBHdfPb9zXc?si=j7uREHiiltvhfo3y Modern Horizons Commander w/ LoadingReadyRun | Game Knights 27: https://youtu.be/elOZ2EnWlCM?si=Bt2SVVFCxQN3CjiV March of the Machine Planechase w/ LoadingReadyRun | Game Knights 61: https://youtu.be/HKGl-_gCmt0?si=MrPJn3iJ1JNav1WX Game Knights Live - MagicCon Minneapolis: https://youtu.be/hKBwKEwYBAU?si=zY2SougSMJBh-vPb The Hobbit’s Most Powerful New Commanders | The Command Zone 756: https://youtu.be/2UjW3dT3MXA?si=Xs4pS3jnkpYhDU0C -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Bluesky: @commandcast.bsky.social Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 30 mins
  • The Hobbit’s Most Powerful New Commanders | 756

    The Hobbit’s Most Powerful New Commanders | 756
    Aug 3 2026
    These commanders may be from Middle-earth, but their power level is anything but mid! We’re breaking down the best new legends to build around from Magic: The Gathering | The Hobbit. We’ll lay out all the synergies and strategies you need to make your enduring story tell the tale of endless Commander victories. So don’t miss out on any of this precious info. -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- RAYCON Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! SHOPIFY Power your business with Shopify. Start your FREE trial today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz BROOKLYN BEDDING: Ready to upgrade your sleep? Brooklyn Bedding has you covered! Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code COMMAND at https://Brooklynbedding.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! ULTRA PRO: Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Nerd of The Rings: X: https://x.com/nerdoftherings1 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@NerdoftheRings Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nerdoftherings/?hl=en Post Malone: X: https://x.com/PostMalone Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@postmalone Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/postmalone/ -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Bluesky: @commandcast.bsky.social Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 38 mins
  • How Important is Turn Order Really? | The Command Zone 755

    How Important is Turn Order Really? | The Command Zone 755
    Jul 29 2026
    So the dice have spoken and you’re going LAST! How much does your plan need to change? The answer may surprise you. This episode, we’re going over the effect of turn order in Commander. We’ll discuss how your position at the table shifts your chances of winning, your relationship with removal, and how you might need to alter your gameplan for a better chance at victory. Let’s jump into it! -------- SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- RAYCON: Go to https://buyraycon.com/command to get 20% off. Thanks to Raycon for sponsoring! SHOPIFY: Power your business with Shopify. Start your FREE trial today by going to: https://www.shopify.com/tcz BROOKLYN BEDDING: Ready to upgrade your sleep? Brooklyn Bedding has you covered! Get 30% off sitewide when you use promo code COMMAND at https://Brooklynbedding.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! ULTRA PRO: Huge thanks to Ultra PRO for sponsoring this episode! Be sure to check out their amazing APEX sleeves and super classy MANA 8 product line. If you want to keep your cards protected and support the show, visit: https://ultrapro.com/command -------- Relevant Links: Playgroup.gg Data: https://playgroup.gg/metagame/2026/may Steel City Spectacular 2025 cEDH Tournament Results: https://edhtop16.com/tournament/steel-city-spectacular-20k-cedh-main-event NO BANLIST COMMANDER! (ft. Crim) | Extra Turns 73: https://youtu.be/BEMxzQkenRA?si=xDljrebnvPvggCHS Who’s the Target? Lessons in Threat Assessment | The Command Zone 652: https://youtu.be/DN_6bNCJ-kk?si=MgVjqBpUwz5aArpF Exactly How Good is Sol Ring? Commander Gameplay STATS (pt1) | CZ 238: https://youtu.be/Iwdb_kPCwNU?si=bOWcenzgAOjJraZO Which Color is the Strongest? Gameplay STATS (pt2) | The Command Zone 239: https://youtu.be/ttGjuNXWxpY?si=6Dt_lRuyukVqn71p Crim, TheAsianAvenger: Twitter: https://x.com/Theasianavenger Lorwyn Eclipsed w/Gabriel Luna | Game Knights 83: https://youtu.be/lNtqI3r4xiE?si=ENYLlpWVji3tJppS Marvel Super Heroes w/ ZachTheBold | Game Knights 86: https://youtu.be/sxe7cXfplmg?si=xFbUZDPg0W5Si9FT -------- Follow us on TikTok: @thecommandzone Follow us on Instagram: @CommandCast Follow us on Bluesky: @commandcast.bsky.social Follow us on Twitter: @CommandCast @JoshLeeKwai @jfwong @wachelreeks Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/commandcast/ Email us: commandzonecast@gmail.com -------- Commander Rules and Ban List: https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 hrs and 17 mins
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they are one of the first and have had a long time to perfect content

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It was awesome, thank you so much for doing it. I love listening to you guys

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Such a great show, and being relatively new
to commander, I learned a lot. This is also my only car podcast, during a long drive, it always entertains me to hear about commander strategy.

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