EDHRECast
EDHRECast is your resource for the most popular Magic: The Gathering gameplay format - Elder Dragon Highlander (EDH); widely known as Commander. Made by the community for the community, EDHRECast is hosted by three well-seasoned MTG players, Joey Schultz, Matt Morgan, and Dana Roach. Each week they dive into the latest news and changes to the Commander format and breakdown the meta so that you can play your deck with confidence.
Building off the articles found at EDHREC.com the team is here to use data-driven recommendations and analysis to help you make each and every one of your cards work for you. Whether you’re on a budget and still trying to get the most of our your builds, or if you’re trying to get a leg up with the best card combos, or you’re looking to figure out the best early, mid, and late game strategies, we’ll be sure to bring you all the latest information so that you’ll be the Commander of your local scene.
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Evaluating EDH Product Overload | EDHRECast 192
Just how popular IS popular? How has players' deckbuilding energy been affected by all the new products from this year? What is 'creative capital' and what can the data tell us about it? Time to find out! Want access to exclusive content, the...
55 min
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What Was the Best NEW Precon? | EDHRECast 191
There have been eight new precon sets since 2019! Time to evaluate the most recent preconstructed decks - which ones are duds, and which ones are the best of the best? Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast...
67 min
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Too Much of a Good Thing? Balancing EDH Deck Di...
Sometimes we overindulge our EDH decks! This week we recover from the holiday feast to make sure our Commander decks have a well-balanced diet. Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support...
58 min
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Cards We're Thankful For | EDHRECast 189
2021 gave EDH some truly excellent new toys. This week we're sitting down at the Commander table to give thanks for our favorite cards of the year! Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more?...
55 min
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Lessons From Other Games | EDHRECast 188
These other strategy games can offer a bunch of great lessons to help improve your skills in Commander! Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast on Patreon!...
59 min
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Cards We Cut... And Then Re-Added | EDHRECast 187
We never should have cut these cards in the first place! Today we're discussing cards we removed from our decks, only to later realize how much we loved them after all. Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast...
58 min
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Supporting Tribal Decks in EDH | EDHRECast 186
Vampires? Zombies? Bears!? Oh my! Whether you're playing Cats or Dragons, these are some of the best ways to support your tribal deck. Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast...
55 min
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Do EDH Players Run Enough Lands? | EDHRECast 185
How many lands do Commander players run on average, and is it enough? This week we're taking a look at the numbers and diving into the factors that could affect land counts in EDH decks. Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats...
70 min
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The Riskiest Commanders in EDH | EDHRECast 184
No risk, no reward! These commanders have huge payoffs, but require you to put a lot on the line to achieve victory. Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast on Patreon!...
57 min
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Most Stable Commanders | EDHRECast 183
These commanders have barely aged a day! This week we're digging into the data to talk about the commanders whose deck data has remained the most consistent over time. Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, and...
64 min
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Most Changed Commanders | EDHRECast 182
These commanders have completely evolved! This week we're digging into the data to talk about the commanders whose deck data has changed the most over time! Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and...
52 min
137
Making Those Last Few Cuts to Your Commander De...
Those last few cuts to a Commander deck can be tough! How do you go from 105 cards to the final 100? These are our tips & tricks! Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the...
61 min
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Overcoming Setbacks in EDH | EDHRECast 180
Board wipes can totally demolish a deck... but not if you prepare for them! Even if you can't save your board state, these cards can help you recover so well that you'll NEVER be out of the game! Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the...
56 min
139
Golos BANNED, Worldfire Unbanned | EDHREC Room
Golos Pilgrim vs. The Worldfire! Check out CAG member Charlotte Sable's article here: Check out Sheldon's in-depth article here: Want access to the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, patron-exclusive content, the EDHRECast discord, and more? Support...
22 min
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Protecting Your Board | EDHRECast 179
Say no to setbacks! This week we're discussing some of the best ways to keep your board state safe in EDH. Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and more? Support the cast on Patreon!...
53 min
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How to Give Good Deck Advice | EDHRECast 178
Deckbuilding is a collaborative art! We're sitting down this week to discuss the best methods of helping other players tune up their decks, and how it can be a learning experience for ALL players involved. Want access to exclusive content, the...
56 min
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The NEW EDH Salt Scores! | EDHRECast 177
The community has voted, and here are the results! Meet the new cast of cards that EDH players don't always love to play. Check out the Salt List at Want access to exclusive episodes, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, EDHRECast Discord, and...
59 min
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Cards We Love Playing AGAINST | EDHRECast 176
We love to see them, even across the battlefield! These cards bring so much joy to the game that even when an opponent trounces us with them, we can't help but cheer. Let's talk about cards we love to play AGAINST in EDH! Want access to exclusive...
53 min
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Which Commanders Use the Most (or Least) Rares?...
How many rares do Commander decks usually play? Which commanders use the most rares, and which commanders are fine with just commons and uncommons? Time for a very RARE data dive! Want access to exclusive content, the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet,...
54 min
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Do Precon Commanders Still Like Their Precon De...
Precons are a GREAT starting point for a commander, but how have those commanders' decks changed over time? Do they still use the cards that came in their original precon decklists? Let's find out! Want access to exclusive episodes, the Challenge the...
58 min
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Challenging the Deckbuilding Template | EDHRECa...
The traditional Commander deckbuilding templates can be a good starting point, but some commanders just absolutely do *not* conform to a formula. How do certain abilities in the command zone affect the ratios of categories of cards in the 99? Want...
56 min
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Adventures in the Forgotten Realms Review Pt.2 ...
The dungeon is almost complete! This week's episode wraps up the review with the most impactful red, green, artifact, and multicolored cards in Adventures in the Forgotten Realms. Want access to the Challenge the Stats spreadsheet, exclusive content,...
68 min
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EDH in the Forgotten Realms Set Review Pt.1 | E...
Adventures in the Forgotten Realms contains a number of interesting Commander goodies! Where will these cards fall in the realm of EDH? Today we're discussing the legends, white, blue, and black cards! Want access to the Challenge the Stats...
65 min
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Bye Bye, Hullbreacher! | EDHREC Room
The Rules Committee made an announcement, and we have one too! Stick around for our thoughts, and a teaser for an upcoming EDHREC development. CONGRATUALTIONS to Kristen and Ellie, @TheKristenEmily and @ellieoftheveil for their appointment to the...
19 min
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Cards We Don't Play | EDHRECast 170
For one reason or another, we happen to avoid playing these cards in EDH. Sometimes on purpose, sometimes without realizing it! Let's talk about why we've personally started to drift away from certain types of cards in Commander. Want access to the...
55 min