The Best 4 Color Commander 2016 | Game Knights 1 | Magic the Gathering Commander EDH Gameplay

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Grab your cards and join us at the table for Game Knights with The Command Zone! In our first episode, Jimmy and Josh get together with Craig and Vinny to test out their new Commander 2016 brews around Breya, Kydele and Bruse Tarl, Kynaios and Tiro, Saskia, and Atraxa.
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Decklists:
Breya, Etherium Shaper (Jimmy Wong):
www.archidekt.com/decks/46637...
Kydele, Chosen of Kruphix & Bruse Tarl, Boorish Herder (Josh Lee Kwai):
www.archidekt.com/decks/46637...
Kynaios & Tiro (Vinny):
www.archidekt.com/decks/46639...
Saskia Infect (Craig):
www.archidekt.com/decks/46637...
Atraxa Infect (Craig):
www.archidekt.com/decks/46638...
Make sure to check out our other gameplay video "Out of the Box":
• Out of the Box | Comma...
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[@ItsAStarfish]

"She tapps for 87" That's how you know the game is over

[@mag1cally569]

you guys really sped thru these matches compared to the current ones

[@elil7945]

Very true

[@k2cr]

I think this was much more competitive EDH where they're trying to win rather than have fun and win

[@MissInfinityness]

it's bc they got rid of craig

[@daboi7095]

@Dank Buds how is he annoying

[@radiantburrito]

@@MissInfinityness Pssst... Craig still works on the show.

[@TheMissingNin]

This is the kind of Commander content I want to see on KZbin

[@emilhansen4060]

Mtggoldfish has some quality commander games too.

[@thesp1r1tdragon55]

Emil Bløndal Hansen I prefer SCG

[@Stormraven96]

"...and then Vinny... _Vinny_..."

[@ichbin_ich_ok5574]

O.I. Afjak There was nothing, and then Vinny... VINNY

[@Shockwave377]

Best part of the video

[@silverdoesmc891]

this aged well

[@cameronlancaster7596]

@@silverdoesmc891 I’m missing something. What do you mean?

[@Masaru_kun]

im developing a love-hate relationship with craig. i hate infect but i love him

[@joshleekwai8895]

He's the best. Also, infect isn't so bad.

[@kelabbutler4106]

Because of Craig I built an atraxa infect deck

[@comradecameron3726]

Kelab Butler I built Saskia.

[@zexalf7228]

Sasuke?

[@isaiahwelch8066]

Actually, I want Craig to build Feather Infect. Think it'll be fun.

[@brettaugarten8445]

I really hope this ends up becoming a series. I will gladly become a Patreon if this happens!

[@joshleekwai8895]

A major reason we started the patreon is to make it possible for us to do videos like this.

[@brettaugarten8445]

Josh Lee Kwai You always have GREAT content, but after seeing this and the other gameplay video, I'm absolutely signing up to be a Patreon to keep it going! Also, hopefully for more Kitchen Table Fables...

[@joshleekwai8895]

Brett Augarten We super appreciate your support!

[@mist4620]

I'd also be super interested in subbing on Patreon if these became a weekly thing!

[@chriscarroll5761]

no?

[@NotetoSelf9292]

So I'm a huge fan of the command zone and I always love when we get little bits of insight into their actual groups, games, and decks. This is like perfect.

[@Chinafarmerz]

Those two infect decks look awfully similar. Does Craig just own 20 of every infect card? :O

[@joshleekwai8895]

He probably does honestly :-P

[@craigblanchette8396]

At least 4 of most. I actually keep them in a separate fat pack along with a host of evade and pump spells I think are interesting.

[@mobius1082]

Hey Craig, have you considered adding some of the Bloodrush creatures from RTR to your pump spell list? Rubblehulk and Ghor-Clan Rampager, and maybe pyrewild shaman might be good for you.

[@eostigaard]

10 infect is just silly that is why our meta has adopted 50% of starting life total for infect lethal.

[@taloutezero]

@@eostigaard That seems stiffling for players who enjoy combat-focused play rather than combo-focused play. Seems like your group is mostly combo players who can't afford to defend against early aggression (a combo strategy's natural weakness). That's pretty lame tbh. The game just turns into who can combo out first.

[@xx_shrek_420_blaze_xxbruh7]

This was super fun to watch and really well made! Can't wait for more

[@notimetoexplain8063]

The jimmy vs. craig fight on the 1st round. Man, it helps me visualize what the Mirran vs. Phyrexian fight would've been

[@Vulcren]

3:11 When you quickly ask Josh what the lyrics are to that popular Bee Gees song.

[@parappatharappa7270]

Underrated comment

[@escioe]

Laughed really hard at Craig's decks and Craig's rings, for different reasons. I want to build infect now.

[@joshleekwai8895]

And Craig "infects" another player! Arghhh!!!! :-P

[@craigblanchette8396]

Lol. I got the rings for a halloween costume. I typically wear them purely for fun and a goof, but they are growing on me...

[@loaf5251]

N O

[@flightlessfedora4281]

so, a month or two ago I thought all i'd want for Christmas was a carte blanche at cardkingdom, but apparently christmas came early and no one told me about. I've been listening to your podcast since the beginning back when I started getting into commander and really loved what you've done. Then, Card Kingdom took you on and sponsored you, you guys started putting videos up on youtube, and now you've added gameplays to the mix. yes, please, and thank you. Love what you're doing.

[@joshleekwai8895]

Thanks for the kind words and encouragement. We're happy we're moving in the right direction :-)

[@chickenpow122]

That was awesome. You guys did such an amazing job editing this video. You made Commander and Magic in general so much more watchable.

[@maxbartley6935]

Fantastic video, guys. I'm impressed with how original and watchable you make the whole thing. The cut aways to the interviews and the big card plays being highlighted. So well done. More, please.

[@LifeBeginsAt20]

Absolutely loving these videos. Really well crafted. I was debating taking my commander decks apart for my cube. Your videos are making me think otherwise. Keep up the good work!

[@joshleekwai8895]

Great to hear! Thanks!

[@andrewpatino7693]

Cubes amazing though...

[@TheAranan]

I absolutely love the editing done on these videos. It summarizes (potentially) long Commander games into very short, watchable videos. Easily some of my favorite content you guys have done.

[@TheMaxZakh]

First time on the channel, I didn't know if was possible to squeeze in so much action and commentary in just 22 minutes. Great work!

[@swanseahammer1]

This is amazing! Such a brilliant way to show multiple commander games, and the reactions of all you guys shows everyone's personalities and tactics which, again, is awesome! I love it, especially the editing!

[@trav3rsy]

When you’ve watched so many episodes of Game Knights you go back an rewatch the OG ones.

[@dylbarton]

Fantastic content. Sometimes I just can't take the time to watch a 90 minute commander game, and the editing on this. plus the commentary, was really fantastic.

[@hellooperator6639]

Loving this series. Especially love the big close-ups of cards and clear narration.

[@gregzo2021]

fantastic production value appreciate the hard work put into this

[@Nanot33]

Rewatching all the channels' videos again and Game Knights is really a super amazing production value content for Commander that I love. These videos make me genuinely happy and enjoy the format even more. Thank you Command Zone!

[@donnasprague767]

have been following almost a year now, and it was great to see the deck and group dynamic when you actually put your perspectives into action.

[@craigblanchette8396]

Josh and Jim do a great job of capturing our responses to things. What I love about these is that these are actual games that we play unedited, and then through Magic, Josh and Jim churn out this. I was there and I think I've watched this episode like 4-5 times already.

[@slidtax1772]

This was really well made. It didn't show the whole game and fast-forwarded a lot, but I didn't feel like I missed anything because it was well explained. Card interactions were also really clear and I really enjoyed the players talking about certain decisions they made and why. This is probably the most well done commander video I've ever seen. Great job!

[@McClaran]

I love these videos! Please keep making them! The animations are excellent additions, the production values are intense, and I really feel like you guys put your heart into this.

[@SnapquesterMage]

This was a lot of fun to watch and really streamlines all the good times and commentary without the hours of dead time.

[@everettstatz1682]

I came across this about 2 days ago and I gotta say I'm super hooked. I love watching you guys play and it gives me a few ideas for some of my own commander decks.

[@malign3158]

It’s awesome watching the new videos and coming back to this to see how far they’ve come

[@MikeScarbro]

Always impressed by the production quality of these videos. Keep up the great work!

[@milohobo9186]

This is what I have been waiting for. I love Commander, but have never been able to follow a game on video. The cut always and explanations make this work for me. Thank you and keep it up!

[@takenbychaunce991]

i've been watching old uploads and i love where your videso have gone, BUT i can see why yall put time into them. these early videos are freaking gold, and you can absolutely see your naturalistic selves maintaning throughout your more current pieces too

[@JeroenHeremans]

And the crowd goes: "We want more!"

[@connorm.1196]

After seeing your first gameplay video, I immediatley subscribed. I've been waiting for this for a while, great work!

[@connercurry2703]

I can't wait to see all the directions this series can go. Keep it up guys! :D

[@johnyramble]

The reason I love magic so much is that you can have the most soul crushing game ever, but then you just start a new game and it's like nothing bad ever happened. You're full of hope again. Josh reminded me of this today.

[@mitchviele7548]

Love the two gameplay videos so far, so much fun to watch!

[@SteveVerstaka]

Love this new series. Commander is a great format to play but most videos I see are an hour or longer without much editing to keep it focused on the big events of the game. Looking forward to you guys hitting the $600 mark so we can get this regularly.

[@VBCTrinityGames]

This was sweet. I'm really looking forward to more!

[@willbrannon140]

Need more of this asap. Love the direction the podcast and channel is going

[@Lovewarhateanddeath]

I really enjoy how this was produced. Hats off to you guys!

[@rynebillings2226]

It's amazing how great this episode was compared to every other Commander gameplay video on KZbin with the exception of the later Game Knights. You guys definitely are amazing at it.

[@wizzawattgames3235]

60 episodes later, still my favorite podcast :)

[@NotetoSelf9292]

Also, Josh's partner deck idea is absolutely wonderful. Creative and interesting. Nice work.

[@UHPhilipA]

This is a great series! Like for real, the best Commander Gameplay on KZbin. The effects, edits, and everything are just great. I've watched probably all now that I'm watching the very first one. ;-)

[@samk8005]

This is a fantastic way of displaying a game of commander, and in fact it's the first time I've enjoyed watching a commander game on KZbin.

[@joshleekwai8895]

Great to hear! We're super glad you're enjoying the show.

[@samcyphert860]

I loved the card animations. It made me think I could share this video with friends that don't play magic and be able to explain how to play just with what you included with those. If you guys film future gameplays you should try to demonstrate more keywords like trample, double strike, flying, etc. KEEP THE GAMEPLAYS COMING! :D

[@joshleekwai8895]

This is actually exactly the response I love to hear. Definitely one of our goals with doing the video in this was to make it possible to watch even if you don't know Magic that well. If you do show it to some non-magic playing friends we'd love to know how they respond.

[@AlexRuzhyo]

Oh, wow. The production and editing on these videos is amazing!

[@naejin]

Nicely edited including the play by play comments which made it very entertaining to watch.

[@BeybladeClips]

Best EDH video I've watched! Will make sure to recommend your channel to my friends! Keep it up guys!

[@xZuunes]

This is the best MTG youtube series ever made.

[@metalsabatico]

that end turn play was insane is jimmy wearing an in rainbows shirt?

[@commandcast]

Yup! Radiohead is one of my all time favorite bands - jimmy

[@metalsabatico]

Breya and Radiohead, nice taste Jimmy

[@c.vrs_]

Indeed my Favorite Command Zone speaker, Band and Commander! Jimmy you da man!

[@dakotagalley232]

I love these videos. More please! You guys put out such high quality content, it's awesome.

[@ferdithetank7535]

Ah, those side effects with card interaction were so good! Also, you have an excelent playgroup with almoust every deck archetype presented.

[@VerticalHorizon9]

Literally the best commander game play available. Keep up the great work guys!!

[@Alejandrodemontana]

Fun coming back to see the old school videos, always fun to see what it was like back in the day

[@VanderOZ]

These gameplay videos are my favorite thing you guys have started doing!

[@dolato84]

This might be the best commander gameplay video of all time, thanks guys!

[@destefy7394]

This is a awesome series and an awesome channel. Please continue this series and make more episodes! I really love the editing and clear presenting of the game and the cards. It makes everything so easy to understand. I have watched series such as the Starcity games VS series, and have no idea what is going on. I really wish I had a credit card so I could support this channel and the series with Patreon. :(

[@Minecraft4tehwin]

Awesome pilot to the new series! I loved the effects like when Jimmy cast anguished unmaking on the prowlers helm. I liked the idea of having a faster aggro deck at the table, allowed you to play multiple games in a short period.

[@TheFozzy0064]

huge fan guys, love the way you did your show. hope to see more done like this in the future

[@Jjdude101]

These videos are wonderful! I've been a casual MTG player for roughly 7ish years, playing off and on and these videos made me want to get back into it and start teaching my circle of friends!

[@joshleekwai8895]

Jjdude101 This is great to hear. We love spreading the word about what an awesome game Magic is and what a great format Commander is. Let us know how it goes with your circle of friends!

[@ReallyNotAGoose]

This is one of the most impressively produced / edited bits of MtG content I've ever seen. If this develops into (let's say) a monthly series, you've absolutely earned another patron in me.

[@joshleekwai8895]

It's a pretty simple equation: the amount of Patreon support we get will directly effect how often we're able to release content like this. We did these first couple to show people what is possible but we can't afford to finance them ourselves indefinitely.

[@aarontenner6362]

another really good video! I love getting to see some good commander players play some fun edh. keep up the good work

[@theavengerginger]

This channel is so great for inexperienced players because you explain everything you do. Thank you!

[@kingbrackish9816]

This is better than all the other commander content out there. Great job guys.

[@Zomgwtfbbq1228]

excelent video, hope to see some full game plays at some point with all the banter

[@joelhammitt8914]

Amazing video. Love some Breya, infect is always insane, and 'K' did some crazy broken things. Keep it up guys

[@HindiHammer]

This is the most engaging Magic gameplay video I've ever seen. I think I have a new favorite youtube series.

[@ScrapperTBP]

This was so well animated. Well done

[@thestanimal6076]

loved the video!!! I will definitely support you guys as long as you promise more videos like this!!!

[@joshleekwai8895]

We promise! In fact, check back tomorrow...

[@charlieparr3685]

Absolutely love gameplay videos like this! keep up the good work guys :)

[@matthewmcknife]

This is a great show! I can't wait for more!

[@RobatVx3]

After watching game knights for a long time now in the new style of filming, I decided to come see them from the beginning. These are rough haha.

[@samsteele5139]

Really enjoyed this guys, nicely made

[@piemastera]

I know I'm a bit late to the party but as a man who used to not like infect as a mechanic, through many of the podcasts with Craig it has completely won me over as a very fun ( not a great winning strategy mind you ) that can be built for cheap and played against combo decks. People may complain about 10 poison being to low but really it's no different (or better) from any other aggro strategy and fast combo. At the very least Jimmy and Josh have said it best in the past, " It keeps combo decks honest by forcing them to spend early resources to deal with it or die." Great job with the production value and keep up the great work guys!

[@danielpennington2552]

Best Commander Content thus far. Would love to see Decklists to go with the videos. Keep up the great work.

[@MichaelBrown-ir9kl]

1st: Loved the video, Commander Vs. can be fun but 1 hr 30mins- 2hr isn't always there to spare. Also seeing the personalities of the players and hearing the mindset of how and why they did stuff, whether in game or just construction of the deck is super cool and allows people to connect with the content. Keep up the awesome work! 2nd: Jimmy I got a partner pair that might be up your alley based on a certain dethrone queen we both share a love for. I have been playing Reyhan, Last of the Abzan+ Kraum, Ludevic's Opus as a four color Marchesa and it has been great. Reyhan+ Marchesa+ a sack outlet and you are really hard to handle, plus with green you don't have to worry as much about life totals because you gain access to graft, devour, and other Simicy synergies. Kraum is there as a finisher because he is a flying/ haste commander and you just throw all the +1/+1 counters you have been netting off Reyhan's ability onto him to K.O. a player out of nowhere. Not to mention Kraum can just be a worse, second Rhystic study in some games. Oh and Josh, it's a deck that Mazirek is pretty solid in. :)

[@gorrieo]

A thumps up doesn't come close to how much I like this video. Can't wait for more :)

[@danielgordon8719]

I'm really glad I signed up on the Patreon - these videos are GREAT!!

[@joshleekwai8895]

We're really glad you signed up for the Patreon too. Thanks!

[@TheMattOliveira]

this was so much fun, hope to be seeing more videos like this soon ^^

[@qujha2233]

coming back from 2021 and shocked by how short the video was! but then I saw craig's first turn...

[@geoffreylewis7985]

it would complete my life if i could play magic with Jimmy Wong! huge fan man!

[@Kizer5Red]

Great video, Commander EDH is so so much fun

[@matthewrobert1810]

The year is 2020. I finally just made both of Craig's decks after seeing the video for the first time years ago. I'll make you proud Craig lol

[@Takuma94Y]

I really enjoy this type of videos, please continue with this! ^^ (Greetings from Colombia!)

[@TheZdillow89]

very cool liked the video. the intro and editing were sweet. thanks guys -zach

[@S1l3nT8081]

Great video. Very entertaining. I was expecting everybody to play just the four colour decks without any alterations. Maybe try that next time and see which deck would be strongest.

[@commandcast]

We actually did this! Check out our other gameplay video "Out of the Box" here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYPYYp2Ea5ykia8

[@S1l3nT8081]

Thanks. Greatly Appreciated

[@denzelpersad1881]

Love all the videos since this one

[@ShinyMTG]

You guys are awesome, I love watching these! :)

[@sonnyudayana1686]

This is sooo great, more of these pls

[@mikebaugus1408]

Yes yes yes, do more gameplay vids!!!!!

[@Festentorsdag]

These gameplay videos are so good.

[@171relic]

Great video. I love you guys! Keep up the good work!

[@chancejohnson7167]

I love absolutely love infect this gave me some new ideas for cards that I'm gonna add to my infect deck

[@jcal2.11]

this commander content has amazing music and production.

[@HansoTheBonzo]

Love it! Keep doing what you're doing.

[@jessemartinez367]

Love the videos, well done editing. The Wong family OP. Only thing I dislike is the improper plays.

[@olivers6044]

I love the podcast but this is even better great work guys