I really like commanders that let you build in multiple directions. Esika, God of the Tree is one such commander. It’s an MDFC with two sides worth of value, but it’s also a 5-color commander that gives you access to any god you want. Why not go...
Read moreSuperfriends decks run a lot of different planeswalkers. The idea is that the deck relies on the versatility of various planeswalkers to get you out of any tight situation. Plenty also have powerful and game-ending abilities, meaning you have a...
Read moreOne of the most notable mechanics of The Lost Caverns of Ixalan is discover, which functions like a “fixed” cascade. It’s a fantastically flavorful mechanic that captures the idea of exploration and the tangible rewards for working to expand your...
Read moreCommander quickly became Magic’s most popular format with its introduction more than a dozen years ago. It went from a homebrew idea to a format that receives constant support and attention from Wizards, for better and worse. Part of the appeal...
Read moreAnimar has competition, but it’s every bit as scary now as it was when it first released. We’ve got a +1/+1 counters build to maximize this commander’s cost reduction.
Read moreI’ve often wondered at the challenges of designing 4-color commanders and 5-color commanders. Once you surpass three colors, many legendary creatures seem to latch onto a key idea, then provide generically powerful support for it; Jodah, the...
Read moreMagic’s The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth has introduced a tempting new mechanic, in the form of The One Ring enticing players into bearing its burden in exchange for power. Sauron, as the creator of the Rings of Power, surely deserves...
Read moreEdgar Markov has been a favorite commander ever since its first release in Commander 2017, and has arguably always held the crown as MTG’s best vampire commander.
Read moreWhat does our old friend Chatterfang, Squirrel General have to play with now? If you’re already a Chatterfang player, you’ll find a mix of classics you should already have and some newer cards that you may want to swap in.
Read moreWotC has serenaded us with endless new commanders over the past couple of years with game-warping abilities that push the limits of what Magic cards can reasonably do. Kaalia of the Vast looks tame in comparison, but don’t make the mistake...
Read moreAetherdrift introduced many legendary creatures to brew around and have fun with. One that really stands out is Captain Howler, Sea Scourge, an Izzet commander who’s all about discard effects to make every loot count.
Read moreKetramose, the New Dawn is stirring the Commander community as one of the more interesting and flexible Aetherdrift commanders to build around. Some players are even seeing cEDH potential, or Pioneer/Modern competitive potential in this one.
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