Show Notes
Are your games perfectly balanced, as all things should be? If you're playing Commander, the answer is probably no.
While perfect power balance might be impossible, there are always ways to work toward leveling the field for your playgroup. In this episode, we're going over techniques and strategies to help address power disparities and make the experience more fun for everyone involved. Let's get into it!
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