Show Notes
MTG has a LOT of Commanders to choose from. In fact, in the game’s 30+ years, over 3,300 different commanders have been printed! But which ones are truly the best? This episode we’re doing the legwork, going year by year, release by release, and bringing you the very best Commander from every Magic set in history! We've got over 100 sets to cover, so strap in!
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The Best 4 Color Commander 2016 | Game Knights 1: https://tinyurl.com/mj456388
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Homebrew Commander w/ The Professor and Wedge | Game Knights 18: https://tinyurl.com/mrxywys8
New Legends from Rivals of Ixalan | Game Knights 14: https://tinyurl.com/34c347ft
Game Knights' Biggest Losers | Extra Turns 70: https://tinyurl.com/3upw35xb
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