The Command Zone

That’s right: TWO cards have come off the Commander ban list, but how will they shake up the game? This episode, we’re breaking down the latest Banned & Restricted announcements for the format, going over what’s changed, what hasn’t, and what’s on the horizon. Plus, which of your decks will have to say Farewell to Bracket 2 after the new game changer update? Tune in and find out!

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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

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Relevant Links:

Commander Banned and Restricted Announcement – February 9, 2026:

https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/commander-banned-and-restricted-february-9-2026

Commander Brackets Beta Update – February 9, 2026:

https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/commander-brackets-beta-update-february-9-2026

Commander Brackets Beta Update – October 21, 2025:

https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/commander-brackets-beta-update-october-21-2025

We Like The Hybrid Change, Actually | The Command Zone 708: https://youtu.be/MnS91-08rO0?si=h5DCdUw5rW3DmmdW

Do We Need the “Banned as a Commander” Rule Back? | The Command Zone 644:

https://youtu.be/EHIN-1EC-KU?si=eDlbrAt75yvKy1v6

Cards that Change Your Deck's Power Level | The Command Zone 584:

https://youtu.be/0qnFxDNz0bI?si=z9ARJraS3IHyQBtA

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After the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles crashed the party at Lorwyn Eclipsed prerelease, every rare and mythic from #MTGxTMT has been officially revealed. So we’re coming out of our shell to talk about them early! We’re laying out which cards are packing the most turtle power for Commander, and breaking down the bodacious synergies to really make them pop. Grab a slice and check it out!

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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

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Relevant Links:

On Turtles, Faeries, and the Lorwyn Eclipsed Prerelease:

https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/on-turtles-faeries-and-the-lorwyn-eclipsed-prerelease

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Card Image Gallery:

https://magic.wizards.com/en/products/teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles/card-image-gallery

Game Knights Avatar w/Brian David Gilbert | #82:

https://youtu.be/_zBpEXgHNkU?si=KzvmaXmPUazznsIN

High-Octane Aetherdrift Commander w/Christian Navarro | Game Knights 76:

https://youtu.be/fCS2vmhB3zI?si=qdxmZqnOL4y3UlcW

Game Knights Spider-Man w/CovertGoBlue | #80:

https://youtu.be/d2r50q6Xa8w?si=tOsi_QlJUZoi2_VE

Magic: The Gathering Comprehensive Rules:

https://magic.wizards.com/en/rules

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Commander Rules and Ban List:

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Commander isn’t a singleton format. Okay. Well, technically it is, but when you can play 6 or 7 functional reprints of the same spell, does the spirit of singleton survive? In this episode, Rachel discusses the state of singleton in the face of modern Magic design. Is redundancy hurting the soul of our favorite format? Is consistency a boogeyman of the format, or does it just make decks more fun?

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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

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Relevant Links:

MTG in 2025 - Year in Review | The Command Zone 719:

https://youtu.be/pOVmxbpkp9c?si=NyafG0Mz9AeAwqeR

The State Of Singleton In Commander | The Trinket Mage:

https://youtu.be/XNGYXycL0OU?si=1klt0FfVwK0d_Wkl

Magic: The Gathering Comprehensive Rules:

https://media.wizards.com/2021/downloads/MagicCompRules%2020211115.pdf

Highlander (1986):

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0091203/

CZS 13 | Rachel’s Ellie and Alan:

https://archidekt.com/decks/19436695/czs_13_rachels_ellie_and_alan

Commander Brackets Beta Update – October 21, 2025:

https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/commander-brackets-beta-update-october-21-2025

Lorwyn Eclipsed w/Gabriel Luna | Game Knights 83:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lNtqI3r4xiE

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Commander Rules and Ban List:

https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list

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How do you upgrade the new five-color Lorwyn Eclipsed precon? Elementally, my dear viewers! This episode, we’re giving the “Dance of the Elements” Commander deck some new moves with our $50 upgrade guide. We’ve got 10 new cards to stoke its flames and 10 cuts to extinguish from the list. Once your Ashling list is all souped-up, your winning streak will be Limitless!

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Our listeners get 15% off plus free shipping when they buy two or more pairs of prescription glasses at https://www.WarbyParker.com/COMMAND — using our link helps support the show. #WarbyParker #ad

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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

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Relevant Links:

Jake Boss:

Twitter: @JakeBossMTG

Bluesky: @jakeboss.bsky.social

Instagram: @jakebossmtg

"Dance of the Elements" Precon Upgrade Deck List:

https://archidekt.com/decks/19013296/cz_724_dance_of_the_elements_precon_upgrade

Commander Deckbuilding Template for the New Era | The Command Zone 658:

https://youtu.be/OSNV6224cHg?si=sCOUBOTATX7PITtl

Lorwyn Eclipsed w/Gabriel Luna | Game Knights 83:

https://youtu.be/lNtqI3r4xiE?si=nCpQLm8nFx07_kLs

Lorwyn Eclipsed’s Most Powerful New Commanders | The Command Zone 721:

https://youtu.be/iqjLbIJOMlw?si=xR6SRVKL7APPsUAW

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Commander Rules and Ban List:

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Don’t let Lorwyn’s cool new commanders Eclipse the amazing new cards for the 99! Magic’s return to this classic setting brings with it some powerful tech. Don’t miss our breakdown of which cards shine brightest! These definitely deserve a spot in your favorite brews, and we’ll tell you exactly how to use them best. Check it out!

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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

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Relevant Links:

Game Knights Avatar w/Brian David Gilbert | #82:

https://youtu.be/_zBpEXgHNkU?si=j_6G691_kOb_N1py

Commander Deckbuilding Template for the New Era | The Command Zone 658:

https://youtu.be/OSNV6224cHg?si=uNAV0xvpugV_6qNi

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Commander Rules and Ban List:

https://magic.wizards.com/en/banned-restricted-list

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