Why you shouldn't upgrade your Commander Deck

Why You Shouldn’t Upgrade Your Commander Deck

Kristen GregoryCommander, Strategy

It’s normal to want to upgrade your Commander decks over time. But is it really necessary? Kristen evaluates the process and offers an alternative. There are three* main aspects to engaging with Commander as a format: Deckbuilding, Gameplay and Upgrading your deck. We cover Deckbuilding and Gameplay quite often here at Card Kingdom, as do many creative Commander players across …

40k Commanders, Celestine Lifelink Reanimator

Warhammer 40k Commander: Celestine Lifelink Reanimator

Kristen GregoryCommander

Celestine, the Living Saint comes in the Forces of the Imperium Warhammer 40k Commander Deck. She’s also a really exciting mono-white Commander option, so let’s take a look at what she can do. CELESTINE MONO WHITE REANIMATOR Celestine brings back creatures from your graveyard to the battlefield on your end step. The price? You need to gain some life. Thankfully …

Warhammer 40k ten Cards for your Commander decks

Warhammer 40k: 10 Cards for your Commander Decks

Kristen GregoryUncategorized

The new Warhammer 40k Commander decks are here, and for fans of the tabletop game, there’s an epic crossover to be found. For entrenched Magic players, though, there are also new cards to brew with. But what’s worth picking up? Let’s explore 10 cards worth checking out. TOXICRENE Toxicrene has one interesting design. Four mana for a 2/4 reach Deathtouch …

40k Commander Review & Upgrade Guide: Forces of the Imperium

Kristen GregoryCommander

The Forces of the Imperium Warhammer 40k Commander deck is helmed by none other than Inquisitor Greyfax. Kristen reviews the new cards in the precon and offers tips on how to upgrade it. The Warhammer 40k Commander decks are here, and there’s something in them for everyone. Whether you’re a fan of Games Workshop’s flagship game or not, there’s plenty …

Sisay, Weatherlight Captain post Dominaria United in Commander

Upgrading Sisay, Weatherlight Captain | Dominaria United Commander

Kristen GregoryCommander, Strategy

Kristen brings us an update on everyone’s favorite Dominarian hero, Captain Sisay, with a rundown of the exciting Commander upgrades Sisay, Weatherlight Captain has received from Dominaria United and other recent sets.  Sisay, Weatherlight Captain Among the five color Commanders, Sisay is popular for a reason: she can helm a versatile deck full of your favorite cards, she can be …

Dominaria United Commander Set review

Dominaria United: Commander Set Review

Kristen GregoryCommander

Dominaria United is upon us, and many Commander players just want to know what the best cards in the set are. Today, I’ll break down what’s great from the set. DMU has a bunch of cards aimed at Standard and some pretty niche effects, too. I won’t be covering these, as they don’t add enough value to your collection. We’re …

Rotation 2022 grab these commander cards

Commander Cards to Pick Up for 2022 Rotation

Kristen GregoryCommander

It’s that time again — rotation 2022 — which means it’s time to say goodbye to four Standard sets. Zendikar Rising, Kaldheim, Strixhaven: School of Mages, and Adventures in the Forgotten Realms will rotate out come September.  This year, rotation is on Friday, Sept. 9. After that date, the above sets will no longer be Standard legal.  With the loss …

Going last in EDH

How Much Does Going Last in EDH Suck?

Kristen GregoryCommander, Strategy

Going last in EDH can feel pretty miserable – especially if more than one of your opponents get a speedy start. But just how bad is it to go last? Is it blown out of proportion? Kristen entertains some of the arguments.  Going last in Commander: it’s something we all pray to never happen, and when it happens consecutively, it …

Karlach best backgrounds in EDH

Don’t Sleep on Karlach, Fury of Avernus | EDH

Kristen GregoryCommander, Strategy

Karlach, Fury of Avernus is a powerful extra combat Commander from Battle for Baldur’s Gate. Kristen takes us through five colors of Karlach, with her Background recommendations and strategies in EDH.  KARLACH, FURY OF AVERNUS Karlach, Fury of Avernus is a powerful Magic card. You can tell because the rate at which you get its extra combat effect is a …