Core Set 2021 First Looks, Part 2: The Planeswalkers
Sheldon Menery dives into the Core Set 2021 planeswalkers for Commander and finds hidden gems among the Planeswalker Deck cards!
AuthorSheldon Menery
Magic Judge Hall of Famer Sheldon Menery was one of the most influential judges in the history of the game. He pioneered Commander and was a founding member of the Commander Rules Committee. After a seven-year battle with cancer, Sheldon passed away in 2023, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and respect, turning acquaintances into friends, and friends into family. “I count myself in nothing else so happy as in a soul remembering my good friends.” - William Shakespeare, Richard II
The Command Chair – Episode 1!
Sheldon is joined by fellow Rules Committee member Toby Elliott and the two discuss decoupling Commander’s banned list from Vintage, then delve into the exciting new RC Twitch channel!
Other People’s Commander Decks: David McDarby’s We Did This To Ourselves
Sheldon Menery highlights a spicy deck from David McDarby! How do you play Commander when your only weapons are your opponents’?
Core Set 2021 For Commander First Looks: Rin And Seri, Inseparable
It’s raining cats and dogs! Sheldon Menery builds his first Core Set 2021 Commander deck around Buy-a-Box promo Rin and Seri, Inseparable!
Commander 2020: Arcane Maelstrom Upgrade Path
Upgrading a preconstructed Commander deck gives you a strong base and lots of freedom! Sheldon Menery demonstrates with Arcane Maelstrom.
Building With Brokkos, Apex Of Forever In Commander
Prepare to mutate! Sheldon Menery builds his latest Commander deck around Brokkos, Apex of Forever.
Rule 0: What It Is And What It’s Not
Sheldon Menery delves into Rule 0, Commander’s guiding light. What is it, what is it not, and what makes it unique in organized Magic?
Top 10 Mutate Cards For Commander
Sheldon Menery sees potential for mutate cards in Commander! He gives his Top 10 nonlegendary picks and tips to build around potential commanders.
The Great Ikoria: Lair Of Behemoths Deck Update
Commander Rules Committee member Sheldon Menery updates his decklists for Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths and Commander 2020!
Extended Thoughts On The 4/20 Commander Update
Commander Rules Committee member Sheldon Menery takes a deep dive into the April update. Get his extended thoughts on Flash, Lutri, and more!
Ikoria: Lair Of Behemoths Commander Set Review
Sheldon Menery gives his Commander set review for Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths! Which card does he call “one of the great Commander cards of all time”?
My Thoughts On All Five Commander 2020 Decks
Commander Rules Committee member Sheldon Menery reviews the five preconstructed decks of Commander 2020! See his top picks and upgrade suggestions!
Cartographer’s Hawk Brings Mana Ramp To White For Commander
Sheldon Menery explores the possibilities of his Commander 2020 preview card, Cartographer’s Hawk!
Beating The Quarantine: Where You Can Watch And Play Commander Online
From tips for playing paper Commander online to channels where you can watch the best Commander action, Sheldon Menery has 100-card fun on lockdown!
Top 10 Cards You Can’t Get Angry At, 2020 Version
Some Commander cards demand an immediate answer. Sheldon has his latest Top 10 list of cards you “Can’t Get Angry” about seeing removed!