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For some players, Commander is all about winning, but that’s not the only way to play! Enter Bracket 1, a world of decks meant to show off themes, jokes, or fun ideas without worrying so much about focus and synergy. But what does a Bracket 1 deck actually look like and how do you build one? This episode, we’ve brought on Commander Format Panel member Olivia Gobert-Hicks (Commander at Home, EDHijinks) to give you the full rundown of Commander’s least powerful but most creative playstyle. Let’s go!

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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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Relevant Links:

Olivia Gobert-Hicks:

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

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

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

https://www.youtube.com/@EDHijinks

Turbo-Charge Commander Gameplay with Bracket 4 | The Command Zone 731:

https://youtu.be/jzeTz9clIC8?si=p4jsRfF6UH4tVwyM

Rachel's Rainbow Dash:

https://archidekt.com/decks/7034967/my_little_pony_magic_is_friendship

TaunaMTG's Bald Deck:

https://archidekt.com/decks/13191517/rude_shine_bright_for_everyone

Markos' How the Grinch Stole Christmas Deck:

https://archidekt.com/decks/15807106/how_the_grinch_stole_christmas_

Rachel's Norin, the Wary:

https://archidekt.com/decks/4594979/norin_goes_to_the_carnival_comes_home_goes_back_to_the_carnival

Master Deck Building w/ These Scryfall Hacks | The Command Zone 608:

https://youtu.be/NNv2uWeCS50?si=lvA5AtL2ZUzzw1sk

Scryfall Art Tagger:

https://tagger.scryfall.com/

Dan Sheehan: 

https://www.dansheehan.co/

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

Other People’s Decks: Dan Sheehan’s Rin And Seri Changelings (The Thing):

https://articles.starcitygames.com/magic-the-gathering/select/other-peoples-decks-dan-sheehans-rin-and-seri-changelings/

Jim LaPage:

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

Brian David Gilbert Pondering His Commander Orbs | Shuffle Up & Play 91:

https://youtu.be/2ytmjKIB3Fg?si=_bfazRf1R_6w_7iu

Brian David Gilbert's Orb Decklist

https://archidekt.com/decks/17644008/bdg_sup_orb

Chaos Draft With Every Magic Booster Pack Ever: Pack it Up - Episode 3:

https://youtu.be/9o7wEEkS7rc?si=iIj9cczXtOnxelhX

Bracket 1 Decks Bluesky Thread:

https://bsky.app/profile/wachelreeks.com/post/3mgvmgnlcxk2x

Bracket 1 Decks X Thread:

https://x.com/wachelreeks/status/2032246148480811026?s=20

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Ready to push “casual” Commander as far as it can go without crossing into cEDH territory? Then have we got a bracket for you! This episode, we’ve got our spikey friend Joe Johnson in the house to lay out how to soup up your deckbuilding for the Bracket 4 big leagues. It’s a playstyle full of complexity and competition, but it’s also a blast to play. So grab all your game changers and get ready to brew!

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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:

Joe Johnson:

Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/blackneto.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/josephhjohnsonjr/

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

Commander Gameplay POST MALONE v RACHEL WEEKS v CerberusArms v Blackneto | MTG EP 12:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cHyoGR8jIhU

When Your Deck is Too Good (But Also Too Bad) | The Command Zone 690:

https://youtu.be/I6kd3ggg81w?si=l87TpSDpoLS28Uai

Rachel’s Rakdos, Lord of Riots:

https://archidekt.com/decks/171808/rakdos_lord_of_big_free_stuff

Rachel’s Orvar, the All-Form:

https://archidekt.com/decks/1003066/orvar_the_dogwarriorcephalidouphe_archived

Rachel’s Aeve, Progenitor Ooze:

https://archidekt.com/decks/14909789/cz_690_aeve_progenitor_ooze_updated

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When you have a bad mana curve, it can feel like everyone else has built their board before you’ve even started to play. This episode, we’re going over everything you need to know about crafting your deck’s perfect mana curve. If you want to win more, waste less, and make a bigger impact on your games this episode is for you. Let’s get started!

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Refresh your spring routine with Raycon’s Earbuds Classic now featuring Active Noise Cancellation! To save 20% go to: https://www.buyraycon.com/command

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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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Budget Brew Beatdown feat. Reminder Text | Extra Turns 68:

https://youtu.be/xjr2AB1yTtU?si=frZEVQm0AOSLfdvP

Salubrious Snail:

Website: www.salubrioussnail.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@salubrioussnail

Salubrious Snail Radha Deck:

https://archidekt.com/decks/6780851/radhas_explosive_vegetables

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In Magic’s 33 years, Wizards has printed over 120 sets containing more than 30,000 unique cards. But which are the best of the best? The cream of the cardboard? The rectangles that truly wreck? This episode, we’re going set by set and picking the top cards from every standard set in MTG’s history. The journey goes all the way from Alpha to Lorwyn, so let’s get started!

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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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Magic's Best Worst Card:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A_ndD-QmPJg

Kaldheim w/ Hawk from Cobra Kai | Game Knights 42:

https://youtu.be/JuDcK9dYwqY?si=HSJuSxU1P8RL4dQL

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Since much of the TMNT set leaked like a canister full of radioactive Ooze, we covered most of the cards early! But now it’s time to go-over all the great cards that stayed hidden like true ninjas. This episode, we’re bringing you the remaining commons, uncommons, and Commander cards that will make you yell, “Cowabunga!” Come check it out.

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GAME KNIGHTS FAN AUDITION WINNERS:

We have a winner! Two, in fact! Want to see which fans will be making a guest appearance on Game Knights? Then stick around until the end of the episode.

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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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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is Here Already?! | The Command Zone 725:

https://youtu.be/IKCpeIyvQg8?si=uH0QXKAIqoQddzSI

“Turtle Power!” Full Deck Reveal + Upgrade | Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles | The Command Zone 727:

https://youtu.be/lq102tK_CV8?si=xvYta6gva-H7F6sI

New Partner Commanders in Action! Vial Smasher, Tymna & More:

https://youtu.be/-l8sXRvwdT0?si=_C2Lm5B3cvBWoBMS

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Commander Rules and Ban List:

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

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