New Capenna Commander: Conniving To Build Around Raffine, Scheming Seer
Sphinx Demon? Why not? Bennie Smith shares intriguing ways to build a Commander deck around Raffine, Scheming Seer from new MTG set Streets of New Capenna.
AuthorBennie Smith
Bennie Smith began playing Magic in 1994 and started writing about it shortly after. A Virginia State Champion, he enjoys few things better than winning at tournaments with home brews. Commander is one of those things. He loved the format so much he literally wrote the book on it: The Complete Commander.
Shorikai, Genesis Engine Will Drive Your Next Commander Magic Deck
Buckle up! Shorikai, Genesis Engine is the first Vehicle that can lead your Commander MTG deck. Bennie Smith explores ways to build around the big mech.
Your Commander Motivation And How It Shapes Your Magic Games
Embracing the Commander mindset is vital to enjoying the most popular casual MTG format. Bennie Smith shares how to apply your Commander motivation to card choices, gameplay, and beyond.
Building Commander Decks With MTG’s Best Friend: Yoshimaru, Ever Faithful
Yoshimaru, Ever Faithful makes an ideal partner for a wide variety of Commander MTG decks. Bennie Smith shows how to build around four partners, one for each color combination.
MTG Street Fighter Cards And How They Play In Commander
The MTG x Street Fighter Secret Lair has Bennie Smith excited to use the cards in Commander. Get his ideas for building around Guile, Ryu, Chun-Li, and the rest.
The Best MTG Commanders You’re Not Playing (But Should Be)
Commander MTG is full of legendary creatures that are largely overlooked. Bennie Smith brings five of them back into the multiplayer Magic spotlight with quick build-around guides.
Commander Deep Dive: Go-Shintai Of Life’s Origin
Bennie Smith has taken a shine to Shrines in Commander MTG. He explores the ways you can build a Shrine-themed deck around Go-Shintai of Life’s Origin.
Commander Deep Dive: Kodama Of The West Tree
Kodama of the West Tree takes Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty’s modified mechanic to new heights. Bennie Smith explores how to build around it for a Commander MTG deck.
Commander Deep Dive: Tatsunari, Toad Rider
A Ninja riding a toad? Now that’s cool. Bennie Smith shares ways to build a Commander MTG deck around Kamigawa, Neon Dynasty preview Tatsunari, Toad Rider.
Commander Deep Dive: Ao, The Dawn Sky
Ao, the Dawn Sky has Bennie Smith hyped for Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty. See the best cards to build around the legendary Dragon Spirit in Commander MTG.
Updating Doran, The Siege Tower For Commander In 2022
There’s more to Doran, the Siege Tower in Commander MTG than high-toughness creatures. Bennie Smith puts a unique spin on Doran in his latest 100-card deck.
Dear WotC: More Support For Monocolor In Commander Please!
With all the possibilities in Commander MTG, one-color decks often get forgotten. Bennie Smith suggests some ways to give them power that only they can use.
Bringing Feldon Of The Third Path Into 2022 For Commander
Feldon of the Third Path has inspired Bennie Smith’s MTG Commander decks since its release. He refreshes the mono-red list for the game in 2022.
How To Win Every Game Of Commander You Play In 2022 And Beyond
What if you could win every game of Magic you ever played? Bennie Smith shares how pet cards and mini-quests can give you “wins” in every game of Commander MTG.
Commander Deep Dive: Early Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty Previews
The first Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty previews gave Bennie Smith a trio of inspirations. He suggests classic MTG cards to go with Hidetsugu, Devouring Chaos; Atsushi, the Blazing Sky; and Kaito Shizuki in Commander decks.