The Command Zone

White has gone from being considered Commander’s weakest monocolor option to a top-tier option. But even with a strong card pool, you have to know how to wield it. So our wonderful mono-white expert Rachel Weeks is here to show you how to make it shine. We’ll cover its strengths and weaknesses, then get into the nuts and bolts of how to build a winning white deck and pilot it to victory. Don’t miss out! -------- 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 clean 24/7 with fresh prepared meals from Factor! Head to https://www.factormeals.com/command50 and use code command50 to get 50% off your first box. INDEED: Need to hire? You need Indeed! Check out the platform where you can attract, interview, and hire all in one place at https://www.indeed.com/commandzone  -------- ARCHIDEKT: Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand

Middle Earth is full of brand new Commanders, and many of them come with a built-in plan. But for others, the brewin’ takes some doin’. So we’re breaking down the most interesting legends in Magic’s new Lord of the Rings set – the ones that might lead to strategies we’ve never seen before. Come see if these cool and crazy characters inspire you to make something new! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- INDEED: Need to hire? You need Indeed! Check out the platform where you can attract, interview, and hire all in one place at https://www.indeed.com/commandzone  RAYCON: RayCon wireless earbuds look, feel, and sound better than ever! Visit https://www.buyraycon.com/command to save 15 % on your entire order for a limited time!  -------- 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 fav

The “Riders of Rohan” deck calls for aid, and we shall answer! This episode, we’re doing a $50 upgrade for the red, white, and blue human-themed Commander precon from The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth. Come see which 10 cards got recruited to join the fight and which 10 were deemed unfit for battle. The beacons are lit and so is this episode – 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 -------- FACTOR: Eat clean 24/7 with fresh prepared meals from Factor! Head to https://www.factormeals.com/command50 and use code command50 to get 50% off your first box. LIQUID IV: Hydrate two times faster than water alone with Liquid IV! Get 20% off when you go to https://www.LiquidIV.com and use code COMMAND at checkout. -------- 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. G

Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth is loaded with flavor, and we don’t just mean Second Breakfast! This episode, Rachel and Jordan dish out the legends that truly bring Tolkien’s epic story to life in cardboard. They’ll be tossing some spicy book quotes and lore tidbits into the stew, along with all the hearty strategy and synergy discussion you crave. Get ready to dig in! -------- 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: Hydrate two times faster than water alone with Liquid IV! Get 20% off when you go to https://www.LiquidIV.com and use code COMMAND at checkout. FACTOR: Eat clean 24/7 with fresh prepared meals from Factor! Head to https://www.factormeals.com/command50 and use code command50 to get 50% off your first box. EBAY: In a world full of fakes, it’s time to get real with the ebay Authenticity Guarantee. Visit https://www.ebay.com/ for terms. -------- ARCHIDEKT: Discover, b

While Middle-earth is full of iconic legends, Magic’s new Lord of the Rings set boasts plenty of precious cards for the 99 of your decks. This episode, we’re breaking down the new tech you’ll want to amass for your collection. What new staples could the Shire be hiding? Which must-have cards lurk at the base of Mt. Doom? And just how good is The One Ring? Come journey with us to find out!   -------- 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 clean 24/7 with fresh prepared meals from Factor! Head to https://www.factormeals.com/command50 and use code command50 to get 50% off your first box. INDEED: Need to hire? You need Indeed! Check out the platform where you can attract, interview, and hire all in one place at https://www.indeed.com/commandzone  -------- ARCHIDEKT: Discover, build, catalog, and playtest on Archidekt, the deck-building website that makes it easy to brew brand new lists or

One does not simply play “Hosts of Mordor” out of the box. So here’s our budget upgrade guide for the blue, black, and red precon from Magic’s latest set, The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle Earth. We’ve got 10 cards to add and 10 to remove in order to maximize this deck’s villainous powers. That way it’ll be able to compete at more Uruk-HAI-powered tables. 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 -------- Work Opportunities: FREELANCE GRAPHIC DESIGNER: If you’re a game-lover with solid graphic design experience, we could be looking to hire you on a freelance basis: https://commandzone.com/freelance-graphic-designers-needed/  ART DEPARTMENT / OFFICE PRODUCTION ASSISTANT: Join The Command Zone team full time! From sets and costumes to locations and props, you’ll be involved in every step of our production process. Note: Applicants must reside in the Greater Los Angeles area. If you’v

The votes are in, the people want more power! We’re bringing it to you with our $50 upgrade guide for the “Elven Council” The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-Earth precon. Our esteemed panel of Jake Boss has nominated 10 cards to add and 10 to remove so you can send your elves to war with the strength of Valinor behind them! Tune in and check it out, the fate of Middle-earth DEPENDS on it! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- Work Opportunities: FREELANCE GRAPHIC DESIGNER: If you’re a game-lover with solid graphic design experience, we could be looking to hire you on a freelance basis: https://commandzone.com/freelance-graphic-designers-needed/  ART DEPARTMENT / OFFICE PRODUCTION ASSISTANT: Join The Command Zone team full time! From sets and costumes to locations and props, you’ll be involved in every step of our production process. Note: Applicants must reside in the Greater Los Ange

In The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle Earth, Magic gets a brand new mechanic: The Ring tempts you. But is the ring powerful enough to make an impact in Commander? This episode, we break down The Ring’s rules and highlight the cards that use it best—including some powerful new Commanders. So give in to the call of The Command Zone and see which cards might shake up 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 -------- Work Opportunities: FREELANCE GRAPHIC DESIGNER: If you’re a game-lover with solid graphic design experience, we could be looking to hire you on a freelance basis: https://commandzone.com/freelance-graphic-designers-needed/  ART DEPARTMENT / OFFICE PRODUCTION ASSISTANT: Join The Command Zone team full time! From sets and costumes to locations and props, you’ll be involved in every step of our production process. Note: Applicants must reside in the Greater Los Angeles

Hungry for a higher-powered Commander deck? Come chow down on our $50 upgrade guide for “Food and Fellowship,” the white, black, and green precon from Magic’s latest set, The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle Earth. We’ve got a 10-course menu of cards that’ll spice up your list, plus a compost pile of 10 cards to remove. Find out which hungry, hungry hobbits we think you should start in the command zone to make this deck a true delicacy. -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE: If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FNM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store! -------- MINT MOBILE: Get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE! Go to https://www

Show Notes: Many new legends were forged in The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle Earth. But which will emerge to rule them all? This episode, we’re breaking down the most powerful commanders from Magic’s latest set to show you the combos and synergies that will make them the bane of your fellowship. Who will you side with? The heroes, the villains, or whatever Tom Bombadil is? Come watch and find out! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE: If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FNM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store! -------- FACTOR: Eat clean 24/7 with fresh prepared meals from Factor! Head to https://www.factormeals.com/command50 and use code command50 to get 50% off your first box.

Show Notes: The horn is sounded and the “Riders of Rohan” will answer! This episode, we’re revealing the full blue, red, and white preconstructed Commander deck from The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle Earth. Witness the power of humanity as we break down the brand new cards—including loads of legendary creatures—plus tons of great reprints with spectacular LoTR-themed art. Forth Eorlingas!  -------- “Riders of Rohan” Decklist: https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/the-lord-of-the-rings-tales-of-middle-earth-commander-decklists -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE: If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FNM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store! -------- INDEED: Need to hir

Do you want to be a brilliant brewer like Rachel Weeks? Well this episode is a great place to start. Rachel is doing a mini deck-tech and ranking for every list in her collection. Come see the cornerstone cards that make them tick, plus the weird includes that make them a blast to play. Which decks will emerge as top tier and which are on the chopping block? Watch and find out. -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE: If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FNM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store! -------- INDEED: Need to hire? You need Indeed! Check out the platform where you can attract, interview, and hire all in one place at https://www.indeed.com/commandzone  EBAY: In a world full of f

Show Notes: Do you want to make “Red Deck Wins” a reality at your next commander night? Well your brew is only half the battle! You also need to know how to play it! In this episode, our resident red deck expert, Jimmy Wong, walks you through taking advantage of red’s explosive potential and shoring up its shortcomings. Don’t get burned the next time you go aggro. -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE: If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FNM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store! -------- EBAY: In a world full of fakes, it’s time to get real with the ebay Authenticity Guarantee. Visit https://www.ebay.com/ for terms. FACTOR: Eat clean 24/7 with fresh prepared meals from Factor! Head to

The debate is on! Sol Ring may be the most played card in commander, but it’s also one of the most controversial! This episode, our panel of experts sits down to discuss the merits of Sol Ring in the commander format. Is it too good? Does it make games better or worse? What would Commander look like without it? And the greatest question of them all, should it be banned? Find out in this episode of Fact or Fiction! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE: If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FNM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store! -------- EBAY: In a world full of fakes, it’s time to get real with the ebay Authenticity Guarantee. Visit https://www.ebay.com/ for terms. FACTOR: Eat clean 2

Show Notes: No Phyrexian invasion would be complete without some legends becoming compleat. This episode, we’re breaking down these transforming terrors from March of the Machine. We’ll tell you how to make these two-faced Commanders tick, showing off the combos and synergies that’ll let you take over your next Commander night.  -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE: If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FNM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store! -------- INDEED: Need to hire? You need Indeed! Check out the platform where you can attract, interview, and hire all in one place at https://www.indeed.com/commandzone RAYCON: RayCon wireless earbuds look, feel, and sound better than ever! Visi

Do you want to achieve god-like power in your next Commander deck without needing to pass around a collection plate? We’ve got you covered with our budget upgrade guide for the “Divine Convocation” March of the Machine (white, blue, and red) precon deck. We added ten cards in, took ten cards out, all for ten bucks. With this no-frills upgrade, you’ll be feeling all-powerful in no time! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE: If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FNM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store! -------- FACTOR: Eat clean 24/7 with fresh prepared meals from Factor! Head to https://www.factormeals.com/command50 and use code command50 to get 50% off your first box. INDEED: Need to h

Show Notes: Give your friends a knight to remember with some help from our “Cavalry Charge” super budget upgrade guide. We’ve taken the white, blue, & black Commander precon from March of the Machine and detailed 10 cards to saddle up (for under $10) and 10 to send back to the stables in order to get this deck in jousting shape for any level of competition. -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE: If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FNM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store! -------- MINT MOBILE: Get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE! Go to https://www.mintmobile.com/command. RAYCON: RayCon wireless earbuds look, feel, and sound be

In the wake of brutal war, the multiverse must rebuild. Kingdoms have been shattered, planeswalkers have been desparked, and sweet new cards have been released! March of the Machine: Aftermath might be a much smaller set than usual, but it’s still got plenty of new toys for Commander! In this episode, we’ll go over all the most notable legends and spells you won’t want to miss. Math may be for blockers, but Aftermath is for everyone! -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE: If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FNM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store! -------- HONEY: It’s the FREE browser extension that scours the internet for promo codes and automatically applies the best one available at

March of the Machine is full of legendary characters from across the multiverse, but what about the other spells and soldiers that are backing them up? Today, we’re going through Magic’s latest set to break down which cards are worthy of going in the 99. How will the all-new Battles stack up in battle? Will anything emerge as a must-have format staple? Tune in and find out. -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE: If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FNM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store! -------- HONEY: It’s the FREE browser extension that scours the internet for promo codes and automatically applies the best one available at checkout. Get it for free today at http://www.joinHoney.com/

Do you find yourself alone on the budget battlefield, fighting to make a great deck without spending too much money? Don’t worry, we’ve got your back! We’re bringing you everything you need with our budget upgrade guide for the R/W/G “Call for Backup” preconstructed deck. We’ll show you our 10 card adjustment for only 10 bucks to move this deck from the back of your shelf to the front of your battlefield. -------- Support the show and become a Patron! Be a part of our community, receive awesome rewards, and more! https://www.patreon.com/commandzone -------- OUR OFFICIAL MERCH STORE: If you love our content, then you should see our merch: https://store.commandzone.com/ Show your support at the next FNM, Commander night, or Magic event with our apparel and stickers. Already a Patreon supporter? Then enjoy exclusive discounts on the store! -------- LIQUID IV:   Hydrate two times faster than water alone with Liquid IV! Get 20% off when you go to LiquidIV.com and use code COMMAND at checkout. MINT MOBILE: G