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[@TolarianCommunityCollege]

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[@kalman0966]

Can you make a video regarding the new secret lair drop please? Stop buying basic lands people just stop it.

[@tobiasstange8346]

Happy new year, dear Professor! Thank you for your continued contribution on the commander format, my most beloved and now only played format in all of Magic. I hope Wizards will listen to your arguments and reprint cards in those commander designed boosters, so that everyone can do, what they should - play the game and enjoy it, without the need to pump endless (and most of the time) non existent resources into their hobby.

[@DonovanPresents]

I think the core sets of the past are another great source for a magic card pool to get Commander cards.

[@obadijahparks]

Two of my sisters actually started playing the game with me, I now finally have some of the edh staples I wanted, I have finally learned the power of buying singles, I have the supplies to build a cube shipping to me, and finally kamigawa is back!.... sort of.

[@RhysticStudies]

man, Conspiracy is the unsung hero of supplemental products. I really hope we see a third visit to Fiora one day.

[@80storms]

Absolutely agree. Conspiracy 2 was great, conspiracy1 was a masterpiece.

[@chaudx]

Would really like a return of conspiracies on the form of a conspiracy deck, shared among all players, similar to archenemy's schemes, and you'd flip the top conspiracy of the deck and it would stay in effect until either a condition is met or some card triggers a player to flip another. With this design each player could put in that deck some cards, maybe up to 3 each, and they could interact with the monarch, like giving bonuses to the monarch and debuffs to the others, having an increased effect if you are the monarch...

[@nikos731]

I also really dig the lore and the world as well.

[@Jonzin4BeatzNYC]

Is there a Rhystic Study on the lore of Conspiracy? I missed out on that set as I got back into playing right after it faded out and I didn't understand it then.

[@NStripleseven]

Gotta love Conspiracy

[@TheSpikeFeeders]

Battlebond was such a thorough homerun. Tuning based on multiplayer dynamics is a lot safer than tuning based on the idea that you'll have consistent access to a single central card that's central to your deck's theme. Monarch, friend or foe, and voting create really interesting and novel gameplay scenarios, and the battlebond lands have really increased accessibility of 4 and 5C deckbuilding. It really seems like when R&D designs directly for Commander, things end up overtuned or on-rails when it comes to deckbuilding. Plus the actual set was really fun and allowed me to play Magic with friends of mine who are only tangentially aware of how to play. I honestly can't disagree with anything you've said here. You nailed it.

[@AzuriteCoast]

You nailed it here, too - your points about multiplayer tuning are right on target!

[@GFreeGamer]

Really hope that they'll revisit Battlebond. Recently discovered Deadly Designs and run it in my Ghen deck to control archenemies. I'd also like them to revisit Archemeny, because certain commanders are bound to end up advancing towards their win-con earlier than others. It'd be interesting to see them revisit mechanics like Tempting Offer, Assist or Strive in that context to make games where one player is quickly established as the archenemy more engaging.

[@cainafisher6787]

I'm not gonna lie I'm just happy to see more people playing Ghen.

[@Quroe_]

Deadly Designs has been a little pet card of mine. It makes games wonderfully political, and I feel it's underrated.

[@Taylorbaby831]

Thanks for commenting, I like the idea of Chen and I’m making a deck now. Any other auto includes?

[@CountZordrak]

Yes put please change the art style :

[@Mightypi]

Drafting BB was a fucking beast too. Never had so much fun problem sloveing kn the go with mateys

[@MrTobotzeez]

I'll throw a vote in for Strixhaven. The Mystical Archives made some of those cards affordable for me and I enjoy the MDFC legendary creatures as commanders, and I can't leave out the elder dragon cycle.

[@AtriumXP666]

their cycle of multicolor lands is also solid, if not entirely wonderful. I think the Mystical Archives was just a bit hindered by having so many Standard-focused cards in the pool, making them feel less powerful overall, but that's not really a fair criticism here.

[@Volkbrecht]

Was looking for that comment :)

[@griseldarodriquez2905]

Strixhaven is very underrated. Honestly one of my favorite sets of magic and very versatile for deck building. Especially when you consider the mysthical archives.

[@Flailkerrin]

Seeing a fair few folks bigging up Strixhaven, which is always heartening to see diverse perspectives! I kinda wish I'd found the setting less....uninspiring? Like, ideally give me cards that engage me with both mechanics and flavour...but I'm far more likely to play bad cards with great flavour. than great cards with bad flavour. But, that could just be moi!~

[@Flailkerrin]

@@daveSoupy No argument there, I think it did a good job as a dual colour set. That's on me, should've clarified I didn't really have an issue mechanically with it. Sadly, it simply never dispelled the: Navrica, the magical world of american college stereotypes! feeling for me. A pity, but every set can't hit the mark for everyone!

[@CHUNGALODON]

Your content has been invaluable! I finally broke out of Arena and bought my first paper cards and am really looking forward to learning Commander.

[@Masteroftheweb]

Welcome to the end of your wallet....... but it's a fun death

[@MagnetCrocodile]

Nice! I'd say start with precon since so you have a theme as a base. Also might wanna wait for Kamigawa commanders :D

[@ROMANTIKILLER2]

Make sure that you can find the right playgroup first, so that you can have some enjoyable playing experience. Otherwise, Commander at most LGS nowadays is pretty much singleton multiplayer Legacy that will cost you at least 1k $ to be able to compete.

[@MTG69]

This is the way.

[@nicolemitchell4112]

Once I learned Commander format, it became the only way I play the game. Does not have to be expensive. When you play with enough players, it's as often politics that will win you games as deck power. Never underestimate the value of commons. Surprise your opponents to maximize fun for everyone.

[@jamesjohnson1290]

I have to say, I think that Lorwyn/shadowmoor/morningtide/eventide were fantastic for EDH, as well as Tarkir block. Those both reinvigorated my desire to play magic, provided some amazing cards for EDH, and were a blast to play in limited. They gave a lot of tribal support and made some interesting deck builds

[@dac314]

I'd say the same for Ixalan. Great tribes, cool new setting, lots of potent legendaries, and the way they unevenly split the color wedges into (UG), (WB), (BUR), and (WRG) was unique from nearly every other set that sticks to EITHER wedges or pairs, and doesn't mix the two.

[@christopherb501]

They need to revisit these settings in general.

[@N3mdraz]

@James Johnson agreed, I started mtg with lorwyn set. Loved the cartoonish tribes and weird creatures. Untill this day there haven't been lorwyn set unfortunately anymore (eldraine is a bit like it fairytale, but not even close). (I love gated, innistrad, kaladesh too)

[@piralos1329]

I would absolutely ADORE a new battlebond set - the theme of it is incredible, and the partner with mechanic is great both with commanders, and on normal creatures! Having very specific tutors for cards which pair well together is really, really fun, and something I hope we get to see more of!

[@TheMaverickGirlGaming]

Really big on all kinds of different sets. Definitely a fan of all these special multiplayer sets but there's so many other great sets out there that can be beneficial as well in Standard and such. I don't think there's necessarily a strict best answer, but there's so many great options out there that whatever you choose to work with, you're gonna be in for a good time at your Commander table!

[@SendReinforcements]

I know they’ve already announced Commander Legends 2 (although it’s D&D themed), but I’d love a Commander Legends set that focuses on older mechanics, or mechanics that lack support/card numbers. Go digging for some of the less supported or weak mechanics and give them some love!

[@ashtongaskill3980]

Battle bond was one of the most fun I've had in a game store. Whole event was like a party and it brought in a bunch of new faces, roommates who usually just played against eachother or friends / SOs of the regulars, but it was awesome to see so many people having fun together like that.

[@jusmill53090]

I can say for someone getting back into Magic after 16-17 years the biggest help besides my LGS has been the pre-con commander decks and commander legends packs. But even then it's still not enough. It's Video's like yours and others who make Magic easier to understand. I still find myself asking questions at games and confused as to what to put into my newest commander decks to make them competitive.

[@Flailkerrin]

Overlooked point bout pre-con decks! I've slowly been picking up one or two a year to have an accessible handful to lend to newer players. Brewing decks is usually to be worried about after you're hooked, so skimming right past to get a game in is always a huge plus.

[@hepatitis123]

Definitely agree with the "96 cards + [...]" part. That's why I've always loved my Seton, Krosan Protector deck. 1st turn Sol Ring literally slows the deck down an entire turn, so I don't even run it. Considering the fact that a large portion of the deck are creatures that produce Mana, I don't even run rocks at all, so no need for Signet. And as it is mono colour, I obviously don't need Command Tower lol.

[@andrewmackay485]

Except for the times that it's Forest->Sol Ring->Arcane Signet->Suspended Search for Tomorrow, right?

[@bluedog4248]

@@andrewmackay485 yeah but granted, how many times do you truly get a start like that?

[@Joescotterpuss]

My Omnath, Locus of Rage is the only deck I have the doesn't use a sol ring. There's no mana rocks at all since I'd always rather see a land drop than an artifact.

[@SSolemn]

My Arcades also doesn't run rocks or ramp spells, just a lot of awesome mana dorks.

[@darkraidisciple8717]

My Animar, Soul of Elements deck doesn't run Sol Ring or Arcane Signet. Mana dorks can be made cheaper with his ability that by the time I have 4 counters on him, means I'm casting all of my creatures for just their coloured mana, with about 3/4 of them only needing 1 or 2. Plus said mana dorks put more counters on Animar when I cast them that the rocks wouldn't.

[@superfunforce8052]

Let's goooo! Who wants to play some commander! As someone who started with MTG from the very beginning, I've recently returned to playing only because of commander. MTG is enjoyable now for me only due to EDH 💯💯💯

[@SSolemn]

I'm in the same boat. I returned after a 15 year hiatus (on the kamigawa block) And now I am playing commander a lot. It is really fun and you can create a lot of unique decks and use old cards. Love the format, and our LGS is full on commander nights.

[@MrLamo2k1]

A bonus point for Conspiracy is that you can hold on to the otherwise valueless Conspiracy cards and add them to cube or casual drafts. It’s not exactly balanced, but hey it can add a little spice to the routine.

[@remigiuszrutkowski9527]

Conspiracy is great, i started mtg by buing bulk of 1000, for 25 $. In bulk there were some bulk rares, uncommon and common but there were sets like conspirancy and battlebond mixed. I had easy time joining commander game just because those cards were designed to work in multiplayer.

[@MasterDoctorBenji]

Limited is the best way to play, these products really strike an awesome balance for each player. It's kind of like a product for everyone. An innovative idea!

[@brockmckelvey7327]

This is why I'm really excited about Commander Legends 2. I think Design is going to take the lessons from the first one and make 2 more like Battlebond or Conspiracy (though I would absolutely love a Battlebond 2)

[@xChikyx]

i dont like that it's set in the D&D IP...

[@ghostsword6554]

The first one was quite interesting, but while I do play Pen and Paper RPGs based on D&D... I am not playing D&D and the entire set is kind of a negative point for me. I am one of those weird mutants that actually like Magic's story and those sets and the upcomming Lord of the Rings set are likely not scratching that itch.

[@nathantripathy]

Some of my best mtg memories are two headed giant sealed standard tournaments. 1. They weren't solved by hardcore players so people weren't sure what was best to play. 2. A larger number of cards were available for play making the draft process more open and fun. 3. Finally it let each player build strong focused decks. Ex. Combat focused w/interactive.

[@SWNJim]

I thought about this when I bought two boxes of Battlebond and I wish I had boxes of Conspiracy and Conspiracy 2. I would also love it if they occasionally would bring back Planechase and Archenemy. I think both add an alternative appeal to spice up games that maybe have become too repetitive and I could get more planes and schemes for my combined format alternative mode.

[@exitsignify]

I’ve loved playing Jumpstart with my group when we take breaks from EDH. We have quite an extensive Jumpstart cube going and I’m really excited for Jumsptart 2022. We might have to look into getting some Battlebond if we can find it…

[@dalancer]

Ahh, I am a fan of "Jumsptart" too lol.

[@MachuMTG]

I'm a huge Jumpstart fan, I want to put together a cube. I have a handful of Jumpstart packs still together, I have taken cards out of others for my EDH decks. I should just buy a box strictly to make the cube. Hmm... lol

[@thebrbninja]

Also a big fan of jumpstart. Got resealable packs so my friends and I can re-draft them whenever we want a break from EDH. Definitely looking forward to Jumpstart 2

[@elusiveradio3497]

This public version is better so far lol

[@Spotifist]

I heard Final Cut gave you some troubles so I'm here to show my support! Thanks as always for being there for all magic players.

[@BlueGriffin20]

I’ll say this, as fun as Commander Legends was, it was focused mostly that. 30 cards that cared about your commander, a slew of new commanders to use, but I don’t recall much about the interaction that BB or Con had. It was build a deck with this guys new ability and protect him more. Or maybe I just like BB because I got a doubling season from my prerelease kit.

[@RareSt3ak]

I started on the fence, but you definitely sold me by the time you got to the point of how annoying cards pushed for commander can be. Great video Professor!

[@ghostsword6554]

Personally, I always liked that Commander was a good home for cards from all the various sets, but newer made for commander cards (and plenty of them come in/from the commander precons) seem like they are kinda pushing out all of those lovely older cards.

[@elvishopper4495]

I recently got into mtg thanks to my LGS. Since then, I’ve been religiously watching your videos that are full of great info for a newbie like me. You’re so entertaining to listen to! Thank you! You’re amazing!

[@ghostsword6554]

I was hesitant when I saw the video name and thumbnail, but the Prof is absolutely correct on all counts.

[@mrsilverbutton7786]

Here for the reupload! Let's see if I feel the same here on these sets, my guess is Ravnica!

[@Nokus416]

One of my LGS's still carries original Conspiracy boxes for relatively cheap. I bought one as a Christmas present for my play group for us to all draft and keep the cards we draft. We haven't gotten to it yet, but I can't wait for when we do!

[@SimpleCoop]

Battlebond was our all-time favorite! Hope for part two of it. Coop ON! 💚

[@liaevans4483]

The youtube logo at the top left saying to sub and stuff was perfectly in pace for the plaque and I think thats amazing. Haven't watched the video yet but had to say that lol

[@jhook6865]

I initially didn't care for Battlebond...until I cracked some packs. Set was amazing and hope to see BB2 or something similar in the near future.

[@cassie5248]

I think you missed the biggest commander mechanic introduced by conspiracy take the crown, goad. They've *loved* that ever since

[@thomase2199]

your videos in the background while I work is the only thing that gets me through the day

[@OGTahoe3]

I'm so happy to have my hearing back

[@jailpk3d]

I was literally googling this question earlier, but I will trust the learned advice of the professor instead.

[@skewire]

My favorite mechanics in the game are those multiplayer mechanics-goad, monarch, and will of the council are very cool and feel fun for everyone. Will of the council giving all players a sense of agency in what’s happening is a feel-good thing, and I hope we see more of it!!

[@ericqdavies]

I'm just now starting to get into Commander so videos like these help a lot.

[@kylemccool1037]

When I first started collecting, Battlebond draft packs of 6 were stupid cheap on Amazon and my collection now swells with awesome cards from that set. Definitely a good pick for cracking Commander cards

[@JTByrd386]

Wasn't even thinking of BBD and CN2 until you said it but liked immediately. Only other thing that comes to my mind as a new collector was the Mystery Booster: out of an entire box only two of the cards matched. Great way to start a library.

[@quantumlandbooks4005]

I definitely agree with this video. I think sets like the ones set in Ravnica, while not the best are certainly very good, because they cover a lot of possible strategies and kick of cards like Smothering Tithe through flavour alone.

[@rafaelvarela1024]

Super solid points, Prof. Boggles the mind that this game is so deep that you can make such meta commentary like this.

[@RegularBard]

Here from Twitter. Wonderful info and just fun to watch, as usual from the Professor and the team. Thank you!

[@TimmytheSorcerer]

I have been exploring EDH Old School lately and it's surprisingly fun! You don't have the problem with special format designed cards and you hardly have any infinite combo's, resulting in fun and diverse gameplay. If you have the cards, I would really recommend trying it out!

[@christophermassie1992]

Just got into Magic - my friends gifted me a Commander deck and I played for the first time yesterday and your channel has been awesome for a beginner like myself! Just understanding the “DONT BUY” which I would have if I hadn’t watched your videos. Thank you!

[@christophersalvatore1631]

Just want to say your content always makes me smile - I always look forward to watching your new videos and immediately click on any collaborations that involve you.

[@MrClaymore152]

I know some people are tired of getting so many legends for each set, but I think with the amount and power level of legends that are coming out, especially since Kaldhiem I have noticed, there is something for everyone to get inspired by

[@joshuafornelli8673]

Your point about price point is very pertinent to the conversation.

[@gatoval]

Thanks prof, my playgroup has been looking into drafting a couple of sets with the goal of growing our commander collection and you made excellent points for us

[@daneerickson8796]

so true! Not only do they provide great cards and an easy place for key reprints, they're just FUN!

[@ddurst1]

it happens to a lot of content creators. Great video prof, glad you were able to successfully reupload. you do great work

[@charleslee3676]

I really enjoy your content 'Professor.' What you do makes a good amount of people happy.

[@Dialethian]

For commander, I quite enjoy the the Offering Cycle (e.g Sylvan Offering). Anything that helps pay for services upfront or gets players planning combat together, really.

[@vinnythewebsurfer]

I will always preach about how important and awesome Kamigawa block was for commander in the long run. Standard and draft players will tell you those sets were worthless and if commander didn’t develop it like it has, that might’ve been the case but luckily that didn’t happen and we get to celebrate the multiple legendaries/commanders and cards like Kodama’s reach. The flavour and quirky mechanics, some of which were ahead of its time, are something truly unique to that set and was basically Legends 2.

[@christopherb501]

If evolution or ecology were something we could buy stock and trade in, those with a shallow understanding of history would never stop bitching about how "useless" they think early therapsids or rodents in general are.

[@Zengetsi]

Never had the chance to play conspiracy, but the few battlebond drafts I've had the opportunity to participate in were some of the most fun I've had playing magic!

[@SixSidedVice]

I don't know I'd ever indulge, but certainly lots of food for thought here if I ever get pulled into a Boxmander league. the 'build a Commander deck from a booster box' subformat. Thanks, Prof!

[@Flailkerrin]

Couldn't agree more, the Conspiracy sets are those I hope I'll get to draft one day the most. Reminds me, should brew that vote deck I've been meaning to...

[@Zeverish]

Battlebond was the first box I chose to by after getting back into Magic / EDH. I wish I got to play the battlebond draft experience, but just the cards alone that I pulled have been integral to decks I've built years after the fact. Mycosynth Lattice, Doubling Season, Vigor, so many cards that fill me with joy.

[@justinbentley1026]

I really like the idea of drafting commander. New deck each game. It also gave me inspiration to share this video on Twitter and tag Gavin to come up with enemy color tango and cycle dual lands. Edit: First time in my life that I have liked, commented AND shared a video. EVER. Thanks for the carpe diem feeling of the day Prof.

[@CosmicConical]

I was just mentioning to my friends today while watching Gavin's latest good morning magic short that I'd love if they made a battlebond 2!

[@ashtongaskill3980]

Great video for all the magic thr gathering information I need. Thank you for the hard work! Alot of value here, for everything from Alpha to Kamigawa.

[@AJSXenigma]

The Prof really just made a 12 minute pitch for Battlebond 2, and I'm all for it

[@paledog]

I'd love to see Battlebond and Conspiracy reprinted since I was taking a break from magic when they came out and honestly I'm thinking about it again. Not much in Magic is wowing me lately

[@clayxros576]

Just here to say Professor; Huge fan of your work as well as the way you analyze Magic cards. I myself have never been a MTG fan or creator (I played stuff like Chaotic, Yugioh, Shadowverse and Force of Will) and have gotten so fed up with the power creep and design flaws of many games I've opted to make my own game. But despite that HEAVY bias, I still find myself a regular consumer of your content. Your perspective and more realistic player-minded expectations keeps my mind open regarding what I can learn from Magic as I craft my own game. Granted a significant portion of that is what NOT to do....but that is still valuable. Keep up the amazing work for as long as you will. I'll still be here if you move on to another game or subject of content.

[@RIHTZ]

I'm a newer player, but I love multiplayer and draft, so these sound so so fun. I recently bought a commander legends box, and have resleeved the cards so that I now have a cube I can draft over and over with friends! would love to see more Battlebond and Conspiracy

[@MiloKnowsWrestling]

thanks for the reup. this one seemed very useful for me.

[@inhumANthropoid]

I loved this video. An upgrade for Jarad, Klauth and a better idea on who to make my Human commander? A+

[@thevikingostrich3739]

This is one of the most aptly named channels, you remind me very much of some of my professors. Hopefully one day I will be a professor too!

[@Baex21]

Love the Josh Lee Kwai - Vedalken Orrery shoutout, that card is a Game Knights staple.

[@stevenobal4087]

Excellent video! I really enjoyed your analysis on the sets and the well reasoned inferences.

[@AceDRoses]

gonna rewatch this a few times....good luck Prof

[@leifkicker]

The graphics and transitions are on point!

[@ggflowen]

Strongly agree! So many great commander cards from these sets. Being designed for multiplayer but not feeling overly targeted at / pushed for commander is the perfect sweet spot these sets hit.

[@Deathkeeper43]

Weird to see this a week after Nitpickng Nerds did it but i'll watch again!

[@craigb774]

Mby they are the magic players that asked

[@alexandraewell5303]

Would love a new Battlebond set. Excited for the Unfinity with the inclusion of legal cards but I think Battlebond did a great job just like the Professor mentions. Conspiracy would be a fine alternative.

[@Himorask]

It would be awesome to see another of these sets!

[@ibemagnus]

My most powerful commander deck has been Zndrsplt and Okaun since I added Mana Crypt to it - and I've owned the pair since I drafted battlebond the first time. I have a special place in my heart for Krav and Regna.

[@niXonc0x]

Solid beard, Prof. Your face never cried out "cover this with a beard" but it looks natural and fits you well.

[@Deadesho]

Completely agree with you prof. Battlebond was probably my favorite set and has some of my favorite cards. Biggest complaint is that they are hard to reprint though.

[@choris3423]

My playgroup often plays two-headed giant for draft normally. We're too new to have played Battlebond, but it'd be pretty awesome to play a format curated for our style of play.

[@morganmchenry325]

Battlebond was such a wonderful breath of fresh air, and very good set for shaking up commander. I hope for more! Great points, Prof and great video. Would never had thought of this as an idea!

[@TheSonicWafflez]

The battlebond lands are really good I should definitely pick some up.

[@Justinadaysworkdude]

Loved battlebond so much, hope we revisit soon!

[@EvertfromNederland]

What a great take. Instead of focussing solely on EDH when printing new sets, Wizzards should focus on it's multiplayer element to simultaneously support other formats as well as keeping commander more accesable and "friendly". It makes so much more sense once you say it.

[@noahjaffe3094]

I have played MTG for 20 years and Battlebond and Conspiracy 1 both stand out as some of the best memories with the game I have ever had. Big agree here.

[@Be70200]

ayyy, the audio is back! Now it's time to enjoy the video, and I've been waiting for smth like this tbh. I really like openning packs (even tho I'm usually unlucky), so this should be really helpful.

[@vapixdarmana4428]

I feel like Ikoria really goes underappreciated. The mutate mechanic, while being a bit weird, is still a fairly easy mechanic to understand and is incredibly fun (at least in my opinion) with the mechanics they built into the mutate mechanic. Killing a creature, putting counters on the mutating creature, drain opponents life, etc. It's not oppressive or unfun to play against either since it's strictly creature based, and is therefore weak to everything creatures are weak to: counter-magic and removal spells.

[@dee8jay8shaw]

The mutate mechanic has quite a lot of complex rules associated with it, imo its the most complex mechanic that's been in standard in the last 5 years. It is also one of my favourites.

[@vapixdarmana4428]

@@dee8jay8shaw It's mostly a lot to keep track of, with fringe interactions with other effects because of how it works. Play an Atraxa +1 counters deck and you'll be able to quickly understand the majority of rulings with mutate.

[@bslangable]

AND!!!.....those triomes man, those triomes..such good lands.

[@christopherb501]

How well has sliding with mutate worked?

[@vapixdarmana4428]

@@christopherb501 I'm not familiar with the term sliding. What do you mean in this instance?

[@matiassalazar2412]

Audio is back, now to enjoy the prof!

[@davelinton4180]

I appreciate the points raised regarding the sets you selected. As a more casual player. I appreciate sets with a strong flavor or theme that it can be challenging to bring into Commander. And I love it when a set breaks out of the long running conventions and offers a new perspective the way Lorehold shook off the shackles of Boron. Its too easy to retread the well worn paths of existing archetypes. I really enjoy exploring other options, even though that may not be the most powerful ones.

[@danacoleman4007]

what are lorehold and boron?

[@elliottreadings8029]

I would love another conspiracy set so much! Not only because its fun to draft and would be great for commander, but also because conspiracy 2 is my two uncle's favourite set of all time, and they loved drafting it.

[@michaelreese3913]

I've always been bummed that I never drafted conspiracy, but I did play a battlebond prerelease. great vid prof

[@Ralnakor]

I was honestly quite curious what set you were going to say going in, but didn't even hesitate in agreeing when you revealed your choice. I'd love to see another set of a similar style.

[@fatbeard8072]

Exactly, even before you stated what sets would be great for Commander, I already thought of those two conspiracy and battlebond. I never got a chance to get ahold of packs but BUYING SINGLES was the way to go. Jumpstart I believe would be a great commander set as well.

[@arturozambrano2667]

Thanks Proff, I really hope that the error of upload doesn't affect the metrics, I really like the video!

[@nannerstout3877]

I hope the stress you felt at the reupload of this video has eased. I liked the battlebond set, but never got to play it as intended. I hope they do make one of or both of these again in the future, but hope even more for a new idea they can freely explore in.

[@GaryX2k3]

I was able to get box of Battlebond a couple of years ago, and we were finally able to draft it at my LGS before Christmas. I forgot what a great set it was to draft with, I'd love to see Battlebond 2!

[@Titanreaver616]

I did love these sets and I would love to see more of them. They have been a lot of help in filling out my multiplayer cube. However what I really want is more of the oversized card sealed products. Archenemy, and Planeschase were two of my favorite products WOTC has ever made and even Vanguards were a lot of fun all be it a bit unbalanced and the product was overall significantly underprinted. So for me I want more of all of these or even something new like it. I even liked the concepts in Explorers of Ixalan, and Horde Magic. So maybe even something like those could be fun. I just want more special sets that are actually special and encourage in person gameplay for casual events with friends. Either something that can take all night for one long and weird game or something fast to do in between cubing or commander.

[@Pocalem]

Thank you for everything you do, Prof.