The Command Zone
Playing in the Command Zone
Come enjoy our free play area for Commander all weekend long!
You can identify the CommandZone by the green tablecloths and find helpful staff at the Green Stage!
What is the CommandZone?
The CommandZone is a dedicated area for players to play Commander and is a great place to meet new friends.
What are the Commander Playstyles?
Update coming soon!
What are the Commander Brackets?
Our dedicated CommandZone staff will have signs to help you find the perfect Commander game based on the new bracket system
- Bracket 1: Exhibition.
- Exhibition Decks prioritize theme over function. They often have a goal outside of winning, such as an unusual theme to show off.
- Bracket 2: Core.
- Core decks have a clear in-game goal. They may not have every perfect card, but they have potential for big splashy turns and strong engines. Wins are often telegraphed or incremental.
- Bracket 3: Upgraded.
- Upgraded decks are focused and full of synergistic or strong cards. Games could end out of nowhere with powerful spells and some combos.
- Bracket 4: Optimized.
- Optimized decks are turbo-charged with the most powerful cards in the format. They’re to play against anything!
- Bracket 5: CEDH.
- CEDH decks are designed to battle in the competitive metagame, using only the most powerful strategies.
Exhibition and Core don’t allow for any Game Changer cards, mass land denial, or infinite combos. For more information on Game Changer cards and the bracket descriptions, visit Wizards.com/Commander.
Are there Commander Format Variants?
If you want to spice your game up, our CommandZone staff also have additional format handouts for you to try all weekend. Check out our Boss Monster Battle and Chase the Planes variants. Details can be found at https://www.pastimesevents.com/formats
Helpful suggestions for an amazing CommandZone play experience
Pregame Conversation
- How many games do you want to play?
- Tell me about your deck!
- How does your deck win?
- What turn does your deck usually win on?
Rule 0
- Any special rules?
- Is everyone good with those changes?
- Ready to play?
After Your Game
- Everyone have a good time?
- Want to play another one?
CommandZone Questions?
Contact Pastimes on their Discord server at https://www.pastimesevents.com/discord.