Section 408

Effective August 7, 2026

408 Command
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408.1 The command zone is a game area reserved for certain specialized objects that have an overarching effect on the game, yet are not permanents and cannot be destroyed.
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408.2 Emblems may be created in the command zone. See rule 114, “Emblems.”
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408.3 In the Planechase, Vanguard, Commander, Archenemy, and Conspiracy Draft casual variants, nontraditional Magic cards and/or specially designated cards start the game in the command zone. Each variant has its own rules regarding such cards. See section 9, “Casual Variants.”
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