Building a deck that can jam with other Bracket 2: Core decks can sometimes be more challenging than building something more powerful. Commander Format Panel member Kristen has some tips for building something more casual that plays well against modern precons and players new to Magic. A lot of feedback I get about Commander these days is that it’s often …
It’s About Time Angels Got Some Good Commanders
A few weeks ago, I took a look at creature types that currently have no viable Commanders. This article is in a similar vein. It looks at creature types that do have Commanders, but the options are lackluster. For example, while Angels certainly have several options at Commander, the creature type desperately needs more options. In short, it’s about time …
Vehicles Can Now Be Your Commander, but Are Any Good Enough?
Pro Tour Final Fantasy took place June 20-22 in Las Vegas, and aside from the huge news of Ken Yukuhiro taking it down with Mono-Red, we also got news of a Commander Rules Change which basically lets you use Legendary Vehicles as Commanders. This rules change was brought about to help make a new type of card work from the …
What Universes Beyond Sets Does Final Fantasy Open the Door To?
It’s fair to say that Universes Beyond is beyond successful. The Lord of the Rings set Tales of Middle-earth was a record breaking set, and 2025’s Final Fantasy looks to have smashed that record already. The release features a Standard legal set, Collector Boosters, a Starter Kit and four Commander Decks – alongside the usual bundle and gift bundle. We’ve …
20 of the Best Final Fantasy Common & Uncommons for Commander
Final Fantasy is a massive set with many cool and powerful effects. We’ve covered the splashier Commanders, and the best Rares and Mythics in our “In the 99 Set Review” – now it’s time to round up 20 of the Best Commons and Uncommons. Set review go brrrrrrrr. THE BEST COMMONS & UNCOMMONS IN FINAL FANTASY It seems rather fitting …
5 Creature Types That Desperately Need a Commander
Over the last few years, Wizards of the Coast has made sure to give support to lots of creature types that didn’t have it before. Just in the latest release – Final Fantasy – Scouts and Mutants received much-needed Commanders with Jenova and Vaan respectively. However, even with all the new Commanders, there are still some creature types that have …
Top 10 Commanders We’re Building from Final Fantasy
Final Fantasy is one impressive Universes Beyond Magic set. It features 99 Legendary Creatures – but which ones are the best as Commanders? Today we’re going to explore ten of our favorites. THE BEST FINAL FANTASY COMMANDERS When it comes to the Final Fantasy set, there are dozens of options to choose from – with nigh on one hundred options …
Combo Breakdown: Go Infinite with Celes, Rune Knight
To celebrate the upcoming Final Fantasy release, we’re breaking down a combo that can do everything – infinite damage, infinite mana, infinite mill, and more! This is one combo that truly lives up to the Final Fantasy legacy of over-the-top power. The Core Combo You’ll need on the battlefield: No additional mana required! Upgrade Your Combo Why stop at damage? …
Final Fantasy Set Review: Best in the 99
Welcome to the Final Fantasy Set Review, where we’ll help you figure out what cards to look out for and pick up. Final Fantasy prereleases run through June 12, with the set releasing on June 13 – and we can’t wait. You can find other recent Commander set reviews here: This time around, we’re doing things a little differently. Final …
5 Coolest Uncommon Commanders in Final Fantasy
Final Fantasy releases on June 13th, and preview season concluded last week so we’ve seen every single card in the set. The set is filled with lots of cool and powerful cards, as well as flavorful designs that immerse you in the world of Final Fantasy. One of the ways they achieved this was by including more legendary creatures than …