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Good Cards That Make Us Salty | #479 Aug 08, 2022

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Magic is a game, and games are supposed to be fun, right? But everyone’s got cards that rub them the wrong way, cards that make you – in gamer terms – salty! This episode we go over our personal list of cards that get us riled up, whether they’re land destruction, stax pieces, or just plain overcomplicated. The salt is about to flow, so join us and see how our list compares to yours!

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"Must Have" Cards For Your Commander Collection | #478 Aug 02, 2022

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Having a collection of Commander staples – love ’em or hate ’em – can make the deck-brewing process much less overwhelming. Things like ramp, removal, and card draw are essentials, but which ones should you always have on hand? This episode, we’re laying out the must-haves for any deck-builder’s arsenal, so join us and see what cards could enhance your EDH toolbox.

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CZ464 - Cards You’re Playing WRONG

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The Best 1-Drops in Commander (besides Sol Ring) | #477 Jul 28, 2022

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There’s a whole world of 1-drops out there. Ramp and removal, tutors and counters – if you play your cards right, one mana can do it all! This episode, we’re helping you win big by thinking small as we break down the best 1-drops the format has to offer. Besides that pesky Sol Ring, of course. Check it out and up your game!

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Game Knights #51 - Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty w/ Post Malone!

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CZ442 - Most Underrated Mechanics

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Is 2X2 the Highest Value Reprint Set Ever?!?! | #476 Jul 19, 2022

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Magic’s “Masters” sets are always packing powerful reprints, and Double Masters 2022 is no exception. But how does it stack up against its impressive predecessors? This episode, we break out the calculators to crunch the numbers and compare the value of Double Masters 2022 to reprint sets of the past. Will it take the top spot? Tune in and find out.

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Game Knights #27 - Modern Horizons Commander w/ LoadingReadyRun:

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Game Knights #37 - M21 Commander w/ Mr. Infect & Ladee Danger:

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The Most Obscure & Underrated Cards | #475 Jul 12, 2022

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If you’ve played Commander for a while, you probably know a lot of the staples. But with so many cards legal in the format, it’s easy to miss some real bangers! This episode, we’re digging through the deep dark caverns of lost and forgotten cards. Searching for the rare and powerful, obscure and underrated hidden gems that can make your deck really shine!

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CZ198 - Most Underrated Cards in Commander

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CZ439 - Dear Commander Design Team

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“Draconic Dissent” Budget Upgrade Guide - Baldur’s Gate | #474 Jul 07, 2022

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We're confident you won't dissent with our budget upgrade guide for "Draconic Dissent." This episode, editor Gaurav Gulati joins us to stoke the flames of this Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur's gate precon. Come see the 10 cards he's adding (for under $30) and the 10 he's cutting to make this deck conquer at any table.

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Maximizing Your Magic Events | Command Zone Live #04 Jul 05, 2022

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The Summer of CommandFest is in full swing, and if you’re heading to a big live Magic event you’ve gotta be prepared! So this episode, we’re laying out the tips and tricks you need to know to make the most out of your next Magic gathering.

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In the 99 Analysis - Baldur’s Gate | #473 Jun 28, 2022

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Commander Legends: Battle for Baldur’s Gate is teeming with splashy, powerful cards designed specifically for our favorite format! This episode, we’ve taken the initiative and sorted through the set to find cards that will shine in your 99. See which spells you should be prepping to cast and which might be a waste of a slot!

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COMMAND ZONE LIVE EPISODE #4:

With CommandFests and other big Magic (the) gatherings back on our calendars, it’s important to keep these Fests festive for everyone. Join us June 29th for the 4th episode of Command Zone Live, where we’ll be talking about the best practices for big magic events to make sure you – and everyone else – have the best time possible.

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CZ466 - Baldur's Gate - Best Multicolored Commanders (Pt1)

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CZ468 - Baldur's Gate - Best Multicolored Commanders (Pt2)

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CZ470 - Background Breakdown - Baldur’s Gate

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“Party Time” Budget Upgrade Guide - Baldur’s Gate | #472 Jun 21, 2022

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The “Party Time” deck don’t start until Ashlen Rose walks in to present you with this official Baldur’s Gate precon budget upgrade guide! This episode, we lay out the 10 cards you should invite (for under $30), and 10 you can kick off the guest list, to make this deck compete on any game table or dance floor!

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