It’s never been a better time to play an equipment deck in Commander, or even just splash some powerful pieces of equipment in your deck. CAG member and combat-step enjoyer Kristen counts down the best equipment of 2023. It’s safe to say I’ve played a lot of equipment in my time, and it’s one of my favorite card types. I’ve …
Why is Griselbrand Banned in Commander?
While Commander’s grassroots origins make it different from many other Magic formats, it still has a ban list like the rest of them. However, since Commander is not a format with tons of tournament data to back up banning certain cards, some players are unsure why certain offenders end up on the list. Today, I’m going to take a look …
Ten Sorcery Spells That Are New Classics in Commander
What new Sorcery spells should be making the cut in your Commander decks? Kristen is here with a list of ten of the best! Last week, I looked at ten Sorcery spells that had aged really well in Commander. This time around, I will cover ten new classics: sorceries that have landed with impact, and continue to impress me. Sorceries …
Why is Tinker Banned in Commander?
While Commander’s grassroots origins make it different from many other Magic formats, it still has a ban list like the rest of them. However, since Commander is not a format with tons of tournament data to back up banning certain cards, some players are unsure why certain offenders end up on the list. Today, I’m going to take a look …
Ten Sorcery Spells That Have Aged Perfectly in Commander
Sorcery spells have long had a bad rap in Commander because they can’t be used as an instant response. That said, count how often you use an instant at sorcery speed (it’s more often than you think). So in an effort to prove this card type’s value, Kristen has a selection of sorceries sure to satiate your salacity. Before we …
The Lost Caverns of Ixalan: Ahoy Mateys Precon Upgrade Guide
The Lost Caverns of Ixalan has four new Commander decks with classic Ixalan archetypes, meaning pirates have raised their sails once again to raid a pod near you. But even before they start boarding, we’re going to look at the Ahoy Mateys precon and ways to upgrade it. AHOY MATEYS: NEW COMMANDERS The face commander for Ahoy Mateys is Admiral …
The Lost Caverns of Ixalan Explorers of the Deep Commander Precon Upgrade Guide
The Lost Caverns of Ixalan has four new Commander precons with classic Ixalan archetypes, and this one features merfolk — one of the oldest and proudest archetypes in all of Magic. Given their venerated status, in the game and on Ixalan in general, we’re going to help upgrade these Explorers of the Deep. Led by Hakbal of the Surging Soul, …
The Lost Caverns of Ixalan: Veloci-ramp-tor Precon Upgrade Guide
Lost Caverns of Ixalan has four new Commander Precons. As you’d expect from an Ixalan set, they are focused on that plane’s stand-out creature types. Let’s take a look at Veloci-Ramp-Tor and examine the best ways to upgrade the deck on a budget. NEW COMMANDERS The deck features two new legendary creatures who make for great dinosaur commanders. The face …
The Lost Caverns of Ixalan: Blood Rites Precon Upgrade Guide
The Lost Caverns of Ixalan has four new Commander decks with classic Ixalan archetypes, and Blood Rites is the Orzhov Vampires deck that brings frightening new cards and solid reprints. So how does Blood Rites play and how do we upgrade it? Let’s find out. BLOOD RITES: NEW COMMANDERS Blood Rites has two new Commanders to sink your teeth into. …
The Best Holiday Gifts for Commander Players: 2023
The holidays are all about giving, but sometimes it’s hard to shop for Magic players! This is especially true for friends and family who may not be familiar with Magic’s most popular format themselves. The good news is Card Kingdom has you covered this year, because we know exactly what gifts to get for the Commander players in your life …