Episode 396: 

🎙️ This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast! 🎙️

We’re talking about two big topics in the world of Magic!

First up… we break down the best card draw in Commander — the engines, spells, and sneaky cards that keep your hand full and your opponents jealous. Then we dive into the current state of Secret Lairs… what’s working, what’s not, and why we think Wizards needs to shift away from limited inventory and toward print-to-demand runs that stay open for a short time instead.

TOURNAMENT TIME! We’re breaking down the best card draw spells and engines in Commander! From blue’s classics to surprising non-blue powerhouses, we’re talking about what makes draw so powerful, when to use it, and which cards are criminally underrated. Plus… a few personal favorites and some spicy debate moments you won’t want to miss.

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Whether you’re a Secret Lair collector, Commander player, or just here to see us suffer through Malört… this one’s gonna be a ride. 🤢😂

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Episode 395: 

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We’re back... and it’s another Malört-fueled adventure! 🥃💀 We hit our raffle goal last week, so buckle up — things might get a little wild.

This week we’re diving deep into the Secret Lair Superdrop coming at the end of October, plus giving an early look at the upcoming PlayStation crossover Secret Lair! 🎮🔥

We’ll go through all the reprints, new cards, and value breakdowns — and help you decide whether these drops are worth buying or better skipped. Then we’ll dig into what the PlayStation collab means for the future of Universes Beyond and MTG crossovers in general.

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Break Point helps figure out how many drops you need to buy before one becomes “free.”

How It Works:

Example:

If a drop costs $40 and nets $80 → BP 2

If it nets $55 → BP 4

💡 Pro Tip: Prices often dip right after shipping but usually rebound (or climb higher) 10–16 months later. Patience = profit.

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Episode 394: 

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We’re diving into the spooky side of Magic this week with a full breakdown of the Secret Scare Superdrop 👻🕷️ From creepy new art, to wild crossovers (Jaws, Iron Maiden, The Office mashups, and more), to value adds like the rainbow foil Cryptic Command bonus — we’re covering it all.

We’ll talk about what excites us, what feels a little off, and what we’d like to see in future “scary” drops. Plus… is this drop actually worth it? We’ll crunch numbers, run the Break Points (BP) for each drop, and help you figure out whether it’s a buy, a skip, or somewhere in between.

🔗 Links:

Official Announcement: https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/announcements/secret-lair-our-boss-is-on-vacation-superdrop

Secret Lair Store: https://secretlair.wizards.com/us/en/

Full Preview: https://magic.wizards.com/en/news/feature/secret-lair-secret-scare-superdrop

💸 Financial Breakdown (Before Fees & Shipping):

💸 Financial Breakdown (Before Fees & Shipping):

Artist Series: Kieran Yanner

Jaws: Terror of Amity Island

The Office: Dwight’s Destiny

Dreaming Darkly

Iron Maiden: Album Art

Iron Maiden: Eddie Unchained

Trick or Treat

Furby: Doo-Ay Noo-Lah

Furby: The Gathering

Furby: Oddbodies

What’s a Break Point (BP)?

👉 How it works:

Add up the lowest Foil & Non-Foil singles values.

Subtract drop cost, shipping, and fees = Net Profit.

Divide that profit by the cost of one drop to find the BP.

Example:

If a drop costs $40 and has a Net Profit of $80, buying 2 covers the cost of one (BP 2).

If the Net Profit is $55, you’d need 4 drops to break even (BP 4).

💡 Pro Tip: Prices usually dip right after shipping, but many recover (or even climb) 10–16 months later. Patience can pay off!

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Episode 393: 

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It’s time to talk Universes Beyond! 🌌 This week we’re diving into how UB is going so far — do we like it, what’s worked, what hasn’t, and how Wizards could improve going forward. We’ll also share the franchises and crossovers we’d love to see next. If you’ve had strong opinions about Secret Lairs, Warhammer, Final Fantasy, Fallout, or Spider-Man… this is the episode for you!

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Episode 392: 

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We’re going full Spidey this week! 🕷️🕸️ We’re counting down our Top 10 Commanders from the brand-new Spider-Man set AND our Top 10 Cards overall for Commander! Expect some spicy picks, a few debates, and of course... plenty of laughs as we each pick our Fav 5 in classic CommanderSmiths style. If you’re hyped for this set or just looking for the best new toys for your decks, this one’s a must-watch!

The Commander Smiths have the top cards they are excited for in the new Spider-Man set that is coming out. Fav 5 Style with Legends and also with regular cards. Hope you enjoy and let us know what you are excited for!

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Episode 391: 

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We’re swinging into the Spider-Verse Secret Lair Superdrop! 🕷️💥 Wizards dropped a whole batch of Spidey-themed goodies and we’re breaking down every single drop. Not only are we looking at the art and reprints... but we’re also adding a brand-new feature—grading each drop overall. Don’t worry, the break point numbers are still here, but we’re also giving you our singles price predictions so you know what to grab when peak supply hits.

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We’re breaking it all down:

From insane reprints to gorgeous new art, we’re calling out the highlights, talking value, and letting you know which drops are headed straight into our decks.

Wondering if the price hike is justified? We’ve got you. We’re crunching numbers, breaking down Break Points (BP), and helping you decide if this drop’s worth going deep on... or skipping entirely.

👇 Check out what’s in the drop:

💸 Financial Breakdown (Before Fees/Shipping):

📰 Daily Bugle Breaking News

🦸 Heroic Deeds

🌌 Mana Symbiote (Lands)

🕷️ Venom Unleashed (Colors & Inks)

😈 Villainous Plots

💡 What’s a Break Point (BP)?

Break Point (BP) helps determine how many drops you need to buy to get one essentially free — because let’s be honest, we all want one for the collection!

How it works:

🔍 Example:

💡 Pro Tip: Prices often dip after shipping but tend to recover or even rise 10–16 months later — patience can pay off!

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🎙️ This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast! 🎙️

🎨 We’re diving into the world of art! We each bring our Fav 5 arts in Magic: The Gathering to the table, highlighting the pieces that stuck with us, blew our minds, or just plain made us say “wow.” From iconic classics to modern masterpieces, we’re celebrating the visuals that make Magic more than just a game... it’s art you can play with.

The Commander Smiths talk about their favorite ART of all the cards printed. fav 5 style along with some arts from our childhood in a nostalgic version of favorite arts. also a #StumptheSmithSavant that was way too hard. Enjoy!

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🎙️ This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast! 🎙️

We’re shining a light on the hidden gems of Commander — the underused and underplayed cards that deserve way more love than they get. 💎 Sometimes the strongest tech flies under the radar, and we’re pulling together a list of cards that could make a huge impact in your decks but rarely see the table. Expect a mix of spicy utility, clever synergies, and a few “wait… why doesn’t anyone play this?!” moments.

The Commander Smiths want to talk about some cards they feel should be played more along with a #StumptheSmithSavant that Adam literally can't read. Enjoy!

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🎙️ This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast! 🎙️

We’re tackling one of the spiciest topics in Commander… the most overused cards in the format. 💥 You know the ones — the staples that show up in almost every deck. But are they really must-plays... or are we just leaning on them out of habit?

We’re breaking down which cards we think are everywhere, why they’re so popular, and when you might want to skip them for something more fun (or more powerful 👀). Expect hot takes, laughs, and maybe a few shots fired at some “sacred cows” of EDH 😂🔥

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Episode 387: 

🎙 This Week on the CommanderSmiths Podcast 🎙

This week we’re going deep into Magic’s most infamous vault — the Reserved List. 💎 We’re talking about which cards we wish could be reprinted, why they deserve another shot at seeing play, and what changes it could bring to Commander and the wider MTG community. Expect some nostalgia, a little wishful thinking, and maybe even a dash of “if we were in charge” fun 🤔💭

The Commander Smiths talk about the newest Festival in a box announcement that will be on sale August 18. We also have the finals announcement on the best basic land art. the main segment is which expensive cards do we wish could be reprinted to play with more. Enjoy!

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