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The Hobbit is here and full of precious and powerful new spells to slot into the 99 of your favorite Commander decks. Don’t miss the biggest hits (including some BUSTED new toys for white) as we break down the best cards this trip through Middle-earth has to offer. With these new includes, your brews will be honed and ready for battle!

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Does Commander Have a Turn Order Problem? | The Command Zone 755:

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The Hobbit w/ Post Malone! | Game Knights 87:

https://youtu.be/iD3BPb7WzPo?si=dVsxLwQ2PAoFNJQ4

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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!

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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!

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Reggie AKA Arcade:

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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

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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.

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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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Nerd of The Rings:

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Post Malone:

X: https://x.com/PostMalone

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@postmalone

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/postmalone/

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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!

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BROOKLYN BEDDING:

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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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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

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Are your games perfectly balanced, as all things should be? If you're playing Commander, the answer is probably no.

While perfect power balance might be impossible, there are always ways to work toward leveling the field for your playgroup. In this episode, we're going over techniques and strategies to help address power disparities and make the experience more fun for everyone involved. Let's get into it!

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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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Reggie the Arcade:

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Joe Johnson:

Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/blackneto.bsky.social

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TabletopJocks

10 PLAYER Commander Game!:

https://youtu.be/CvyRDmwOeCs?si=MIhwZWPhvrdyA_Wg

Post Game Talk | 10 Player Commander Game:

https://youtu.be/FBHdfPb9zXc?si=5ichwtjfvJulC1dK

The New, NEW Commander Brackets | The Command Zone 705:

https://youtu.be/l-fyZMOHJsU?si=hHXaX4RsbttLk1D9

Commander Brackets Beta Update – February 9, 2026:

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

Battle of the Brews | Extra Turns 71:

https://youtu.be/CoApRpfZrVE?si=5rXoKVch1fugGcKt

Norin the Wary Deck List:

https://archidekt.com/decks/9065103/cz_628_norin_the_wary

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