Can I Beat Pokemon Black with ONLY Munchlax? 🔴 Pokemon Challenges ► NO ITEMS IN BATTLE

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In this video I take you along my ridiculous Pokemon Black Challenge Journey through the world of Unova in Generation 5 as I attempt to beat the entire game with only Muchlax, and without using Items in Battle! Am I able to do it? Only one way to find out!
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[@MahDryBread]

To the people asking about Evolite: Yeah I don't use it because it would be really boring. I've talked about it in the past in Pokemon Black runs. It would just be WAY too easy.

[@DanielRamirez-om5pe]

Day 40 of asking mdb to please do pokemon stadium 2

[@silverstar6589]

I was curious about that, actually. Thanks for answering.

[@obsidianchangeling5968]

Would it though?

[@Douglas_Props]

But I want it to be easy, barley and an inconvenience

[@MoonStaysServing]

I think you should at least try it, it makes Unova playthroughs unique

[@gmsloep]

4:49 Based on the math, not 250 power. 300. The STAB boost is factored into the damage multiplier for type advantage, not added separately.

[@Bluejay575]

I still got 250 power. (100 power x 1.25 STAB x 2 super effective ) Edit : never mind, looks like STAB does 1.5. So 300 power checks out.

[@jenshast1488]

Imagine if Game Freak nerfs STAB to 1.25 sometime in the future. I shudder at the thought.@@Bluejay575

[@TomAmit42]

Yeah, 100 × 1.5 × 2 = 300

[@FrostyFyre]

Dear god.

[@David_the_Psalmist]

Does super effective factor into the power of the move? I always assumed it doubled the total damage instead of just the move's power.

[@syndere6755]

I think that's one aspect that doesn't get touched on much. Even if somebody is going through a tough time, constant reassurance can really put pressure on someone to feel okay, which actually can make them feel less okay. I'm glad you feel like you can open that to us. I've always appreciated the clear honesty you put into the channel.

[@MahDryBread]

More than that even, it's just really annoying to get reminded non-stop. Obviously I'd never get upset with anyone for it since it's coming from a good place, but it's really annoying when you're doing fine and you have people constantly telling you that it will be okay. I know it's going to be okay, it's currently okay and I'm saying it's going to be okay. Of course I miss Fatima, but I'm also perfectly fine and living normally. Being a little lonely for a few months just isn't the end of the world

[@greysonfitts5638]

To capitalize on the point made by Snyder, I definitely appreciate the honesty and dedication you’re willing to put into this channel, and by extension, the internet as a whole. I’m not gonna say it’s gonna be ok, I’m sure you have at least 10 tweets per second saying exactly that, but what I will say is that you’re providing this community with a wholehearted awesome show in an unforgiving world. I respect that. Keep it up! I hope you have a nice day as well!

[@chaosvolt]

You know it's going to be a spicy run when the video isn't even half over and he's at the Elite Four.

[@anthonyhessler7356]

Jrose moment

[@GusterTails]

On our way through, I took the plume fossil. I knew if I didn’t say what I took, you’d all ask. Actually, now that I think about it, everyone asks anyway. Comments are good for the KZbin algorithm.

[@mooman1017]

Which fossil did you take?

[@IsaacComelli]

Which fossil did you take?

[@___________0Z0X]

Which fossil did you take?

[@williamfalls]

Me eating cereal: "There's no way he took the plume fossil." Me after reading the comment: _spits cereal_

[@iancapell4997]

Did he take the claw fossil

[@billie-ve_in_yourself6464]

@15:11 I might have an explanation. Moves like dragon tail (Drayden’s signature move) have a negative priority: they always go last. Otherwise they could force you to switch wasting your turn while doing damage. Haxorus using dragon tail forces it to go last every time, so Munchlax gets to outspeed it

[@ToolAssistedFunposting]

In the fight against Drayden’s Haxorus, dragon tail has negative priority.

[@cwash5415]

Ikr? His all of 41 speed isn't faster than anything 😂

[@andrewreichel7122]

Congrats on 14 years with Fatima! You guys sound like a great couple. And keep on trucking on, you’re a strong person and you have a bunch of people who support you!

[@braedenbumaro828]

Unless Fatima is bringing a pet along with her, she has a slightly worse part of the stick to worry about because she'll have to deal with the Haunted House effect, where you can't blame wierd noises on the pets, it's one of the worst parts of living alone 😩

[@Aprill264]

Since she's probably living in a student dorm, she can always blame it on her roommates.

[@wanderlustwarrior]

I've lived alone previously for a while and never heard of that before. Huh.

[@hammerstix5791]

Instead you just blame the weird noises on the house being old, that's what I do at least

[@MahDryBread]

She's got a roommate so I get the feeling things are going to be a lot more quiet for me than her. You know, student housing and all.

[@maxwellmolleran5943]

"I can't not help out" dude makin me cry. That spirit gives me confidence in my judge of character. Thanks for being real

[@deadakus]

Congrats. You made me feel emotion with the bit about Fatima going to France. Seriously you two sound adorable together.

[@Typhabock]

4 1/2 months from my wife would feel like a lifetime. Kudos to you two for doing what you can and you being a great supportive husband

[@Nick_Slavik]

Definitely can understand why Fatima's move would be a big deal. My wife and I have been together for 13yrs (10 of those married) and I would be struggling with how I'd do without her for 4 months. Sure, there will most likely be phone calls and face time calls, but it's not exactly the same as being with them in person. I hope you do well enough and I wish the absolute best for Fatima! Congrats Fatima!

[@AmandaC.]

Sending love and support to you and Fatima on this new adventure for both of you! Its going to be difficult at first but Im sure everything will go smoothly after a snall adjustment time! Also, good luck to Fatima for her studied in France, she’s going to do great! ❤

[@crunchie388]

Watching you outros feels like being the last few in a theater seeing the end bloopers after the credits. :)

[@noelletv3313]

My fiancée and I had been long distance for almost 5yrs before I moved from Boston to be with her in upstate NY (5mins to Canada upstate) and we've been watching your content for years. Really appreciate you sharing your story and hope you and your wife find those little moments together long distance! It always helps finding some routines together like watching a movie through discord/streaming app

[@Fisher1874]

Great challenge video as always. The life update was really nice to hear (both the prerecorded and the outro bit at the end). Hope everything goes well with her schooling and your time on your own doesn’t go too slowly. Hearing you’ve been together for 14 years is incredible that you’ve spent nearly half of your life with your wife. Been with my fiancé almost 8 years (which will be a quarter of my life) and get married next year. Hearing you’ve been together and got through so well is inspirational to me so thanks. Feel free to rant on your challenges as much as you like as there will always be someone out there lending an ear for you and some might even have answers to problems. Looking forwards to the next Pokémon challenge when it comes

[@misaluv1254]

the last part of the outro was so true, being alone is okay just lonely , thanks for providing some conversation for those that need it

[@gogos1234567890]

So glad to hear you call every day. Thats honestly a requirement for maintaining a long distance relationship in my opinion. Also, Quebecoise French being seen as "bad" instead of how we see other English accents as just different is so stereotypically French 😂

[@trentinworsham6744]

It's always weird to me to hear that people don't listen to the ad-lib outros - I watch your challenges because I like your personality (through what I can see from the show, of course), the content is secondary to the person making it. So it's weird not to watch those, and it seems weird to expect content even to your detriment. Not getting a video next week is a bit unfortunate, but I'm happy it's so you can have spent some time with your wife at least! I work with my wife and I'm still happy to have her around me pretty much all the time at home, so I can imagine how weird and different it'd be to have her gone all of a sudden. No hard feeling from me, I'll be back in 2 weeks to watch your newest video the minute I'm home!

[@johnf6263]

I played Pokémon White with only baby Pokémon and Munchlax was the MVP. Final moveset was Return, Work Up, Stockpile and Rest. For a solo run tho one move must be replaced with a move that can hit ghosts.

[@runeplay2]

Hope you enjoy your time with your wife, and she enjoys her time in France!!! You've always been an amazing treat to watch, and you both deserve the best!!!

[@Taralu228]

Dear MDB I want to thank you for inspiring me with your pokémon runs. I'm so grateful

[@anthonyhowell4090]

I had an idea for a challenge! I'm sure that I'm not the first person to come up with this, but I'd LOVE to see a Technician challenge, where you can only use Pokemon with the ability Technician, and ONLY use moves with 60 power or less, I think this would make you have to adapt your usual movesets, could be fun

[@willie153]

I would limit it to first form pokemon cause technician is a very strong ability

[@anthonyhowell4090]

@@willie153 I don't think it has to be a particularly difficult run, I just think it'd be fun to see the strats change up without access to things like Return, Thunderbolt, Earthquake, etc...there's surprisingly few pokemon that get Technician though

[@ashw771]

Yay, a gen 5 challenge! Gen 5 will always be so nostalgic for me :)

[@tajallamby2599]

Awesome run as always! Always happy to see a gen 5 play through. Happy to know you and Fatima are settling in your new environments well. Take care of yourself, and looking forward to the next vid!

[@Aprill264]

It was really nice hearing some updates about you and Fatima, though I was aware of it since I follow both of you on twitter. The term "Friendly Hermit" is definitely something I am going to use to describe myself. It fits quite perfectly.

[@GamerKru1996]

I love all of your Pokemon runs! They really helped keep me sane during the early months of Covid

[@connorstenz4296]

PhD student In French with expertise in translation here. Kudos to your wife as there’s a ton of work in this field if you know where to look. Lots of great research coming out in the field daily. I hope it works out for her!

[@ArtMares91]

Good luck to you and Fatima on your time apart. I know once the exhange ends and she returns to Canada it'll be a great day for the both of you

[@forever_mattdog9778]

Super entertaining video as always man, and huge congrats to your wife for being able to get into a school in France for a job she's passionate about. A lot of people aren't able to do that, so it's awesome that she's able to

[@ShinyMew76]

I haven’t commented in a while, but I’d like to say I’m glad your doing alright. My favorite wrestler Bray Wyatt unfortunately had a heart issue a few weeks ago and is no longer around, so I’ve started to think more about the health of all people more. It’s been a rough summer for everyone I think, for many different reasons. For many it’s been health issues, as I mentioned with Bray Wyatt. I’m just glad you are recovering from what happened to you last year. Stay safe MDB! Have fun on your vacation!

[@ironclad184]

Really enjoyed your video, Iv been listening for a few years now and you always sound very genuine in your videos it’s nice to listen to. If you ever find yourself reading this I hope you have a nice day because today you made mine just a little bit more fun.

[@PlebLew]

I love listening to these outros, it does feel like a super secret club no one knows about and I think I’m yet to miss one. Very much a long time viewer but first time commenter enjoyed all your runs your LPS stuff like that, I follow you on X (formally known as Twitter) but I don’t use it myself so I don’t sadly get to see your tweets but glad to hear you’re doing well ❤️

[@johnvoeller2653]

Congrats to your wife! She will do great! Also keep on keeping on brother life is hard sometimes but you'll make it through man

[@ghost62751]

I hope all goes well while shes in france. I love your videos, theyre a great destresser and its been helping so much recently. thank you for the videos

[@nightwolf1790]

Loved this video! I love Muchlax, glad to see another one of your videos. I hope you are feeling well MDB :)

[@aj.rainbow]

My fiancée studied abroad in Nantes, France to become a French teacher and it was one of her most life changing experiences. There were bad times ofcourse but she had so many great memories during her time there! Good luck to her on her trip and hang in there MDB! It's both longer and shorter than it seems, but you both have our support through this journey!!

[@MatthewWhite1983]

MDB, I just came here to say that you’re easily one of the most sincere and flat-out good people on KZbin and I hope all goes well for you. Your outro voiceover was sweet and clearly came from a kind heart. Love the channel, keep being awesome

[@Lunaraia]

The multiplier for weakness is applied at the end of the equation, so that low kick is 300, not 250. As for why you were faster than Haxorous... Dragon Tail has -3 Priority. You could have 0 speed and still go before it as a result XD.

[@theta1672]

Hey MDB, glad to have seen yet another challenge video. If you and Fatima are on such good terms, I think you will be able to make it. Sure, it will be a trying time, but if you can, maybe focus some more on training regiments or picking up a new skill?

[@BlessThisHotMess]

Great video as always MDB. I just wanted to say that I’ve been coincidentally getting into wrestling over the last half year or so and I’ve loved hearing you talk about that subject because you have such passion for it. I know it’s not everyone’s thing, but for my part I love when you talk about it! Long live Pory Funk, Jr.!

[@BlessThisHotMess]

Wishing Fatima “bonne chance” in France and you strength through this time, MDB!

[@Aedyn91]

Glad to hear you're doing well in health and everything else :D

[@Barracius]

Commenting before watching: I am sad there is less of a chance to get a fossil on the way so we could comment and ask which one you took. Though of course this sadness was overcome by the presence of the Meowth thing. Also since I know you played it with your friends on the channel or on their channels, do you think you will do a gen 6 challenge sometime? Possible Pomeon for it include - Flabebe - teamup of Swirlix and Spritzee - Skiddo - Honedge - teamup of Skrelp and Clauncher - Teamup of Pumpkaboo and Phantump And in all of those you would have to take the Charmander from the battle with Prof. Sycamore so that you can name it "Weird Fish" EDIT: #MDBAMA - if you could re-experience any media (game, movie, music, tv show, etc) as though for the first time (as in, you get to watch/play/listen/etc. to it as if you never did), what would you choose?

[@ruthlesace]

I love the MDB pokemon challenges. Been here while you were still doing one a day. Hope you're still feeling good 👍.

[@DARobin-iv4tp]

Thanks for sharing the personal side of MDB! You're great, and I'm happy for you!!

[@dungeonpastor]

I feel that about Fatima being gone. My wife spent 3 months out of state our second year of marriage and it became difficult after a while. Praying for some comfort for both of you, Madraught. Love your stuff and you've really helped me get through life. (Sorry if i misspelled your names.)

[@qgame4941]

On the topic of the hardcore few. I like your system on it. It's cool. I just dont want to open twitter at all especially because it would just be for that. Its super cool to have those sneak peaks and i personally really enjoy reading comments directly on the fresh video as well

[@adamstadick2044]

2:19 honestly when you’re low level you really can’t normally tell if an IV is good or not. Like with your current munchlax all of his IVs are in a range of 20 possible values, and when there’s only 31 possible values to begin with that doesn’t really narrow it down that much. Basically IVs will end up adding (IV*level)/100 to a stat, so at level 5 you are only adding 0-1.55 to a stat. The game also drops the decimal for whatever the final stat would be, so this normally only has a possible variation of 2 at level 5 for your stats. While occasionally you might end up getting a small interval normally it ends up being so varied that it’s hard to tell good vs bad. I would tend to just focus on natures, and only care about IVs if there’s a small interval for the possible IVs.

[@thatdoggo5254]

I can totally get being alone in this situation. Even when my partner leaves for a week and takes the dog, it's just me and I usually anticipate the dog coming to tackle and nothing ;3; But I remember that it's temporary and they will return. (Also totally didn't just edit part of this before posting when you mentioned about being reminded about the situation constantly xD) Also I've been watching for a bit and although I may not have all the pokemon knowledge I do enjoy watching your content. Keep it up and always glad to watch :3

[@hhjan594]

Pretty sure some people have mentioned it in the comments but I'll mention it nevertheless. In Gen5, the most efficient way to grind levels is to run outside of the grass, wait for shaking grass and only fight Audinos, That will be faster than fighting all random Pokemon. Unless you want to EV train in a specific way, or else Audino Strats is the fastest to grind level.

[@paulthompson382]

I don't use Twitter (or X, what a terrible name) at all so i don't keep up to date that way, so i always like hearing your updates about how things have been going. Your videos have been a nice constant throughout the last 3 years of my life (i think) which have been very difficult at points, so i always hope youre doing okay too

[@CrazyCyranYT]

your videos are such inspiration to me

[@7mixam]

I always listen to the outros but I dont use Twitter. I also just watch the video when it premieres. Also I wish you strenght to get through this time where you two are separated. Have a nice weekend!

[@stephenmitchell6164]

Hi MDB, great videos as always! I have a few suggestions for Pokémon challenges: 1. Any Pokémon’s game but using animals only found in Canada 2. Any Pokémon game but you can only use moves that build power (rage, fury cutter, rollout, etc) 3. Shuckle only run again!

[@TheSandFoxx]

Great video. As always, love the content. I would love to have bulk meat delivered to my door, i am quite jealous!

[@HotDogTimeMachine385]

19:25 - 25:14 is basically just "I'm gonna miss my wife so much guys" And that right there is so cute and wholesome. Relationship goals!

[@yungruuku]

My bday is Sep 20 93! Knew you were a legend, I hope that your time apart goes smoothly. I know its going to be hard. Im waiting for my love to move into our new townhouse in PA. While im looking for work, shes finishing the pack and getting the moved together. I know exactly how you feel man, good luck with the switch. Love your videos man, always have.

[@mattlewis6561]

I actually enjoyed hearing a little bit about your life thank you

[@shawntross6104]

Happy birthday MDB. Much love for you and your lady. Best wishes for her flight.

[@TheTigerPaws]

Love your videos! Would you ever do Gen 5 with Audino? Also here’s a fun idea for a Pokémon challenge Gen 2 with only Dark Type moves!

[@zodiakgames]

Its nice listening to mdb talk about his life Very relaxing

[@tylerbuckland9786]

I'm gonna take a guess and say that you can beat most of the game, but Marshall is probably the most difficult fight. Also, I love your content. Keep up the great work!

[@KyrianXVII]

Appreciate the naming of Munchlax, Freshly Squeezed deserves it for the work he put in. Please, in one of your runs, name your starter after Bray? Maybe a Dark or Ghost type? Or if you do a team run, name them after all the Wyatt Family members?

[@dr0g_Oakblood]

15:18 - Dragon Tail has negative priority, that's why you were going first, AI was probably really trying to switch you out since you had boosts, meaning free first attacks for you lmao.

[@orwor3923]

Love the video :D

[@cwduggan17]

Much love to you and Fatima! I hope everything goes swimmingly!

[@MunchlaxAttacks]

Truly appreciate this run really

[@No1fan15]

I wish your wife the best of luck! Especially considering French immersion is usually the Canadian/Quebecois french and not France French. Kudos to her tho, I quit French in grade 9 😅

[@mattmc1234]

Gen 5 will forever be fun to watch challenge runs in. I understand its hard because of the exp situation but i really like the battles in the game and the style.

[@SunnySideSpud]

Ayo, as someone who’s happily married and been together for 4 years (a full decade less than you) I can say 4 months sounds brutal. Good luck to you both! Also, thank you for championing not wanting to have no wives nights. Same bro.

[@bvd_vlvd]

Past week really has been a canon event for all of us, huh

[@XlBlackGryphonlX]

29:41 Ah yes, my favourite Psychic Gym Leader, Caitlin Haha.

[@protoman111]

I can definitely feel you MDB used to having folks around esp someone you really cared about. When I first moved out of my mom's place (my mom brother and I lived together and I helped with rent of course), it was definitely a huge change. I would have the same habits of hearing my mom and brother and thinking I heard them but I really wasn't hearing them. I got used to it. I still live on my own until this day. I am sure 4 months will go by in a flash and ya'll will be back together again.

[@izme1000]

Gotta love the late gate fighting types.

[@Dunseyboi]

This was a great video and interesting idea, other videos you could do is Can you beat Pokémon with only one tien Can you beat Pokémon with only Jerry beans man I can wait to see more challenges like this

[@Lilmomo-st5zh]

I’ve been watching your vids for years… how was I not subscribed????

[@romaincartier3342]

I don't know you, it's the first time watching, and it was a great video ! If Fatima is near Toulouse in France and has issues or trouble with anything i'll be glad to help, you seem like a good guy and a good husband. Take care champ !

[@MythsolverMercy]

Watching the premier but I’m guessing level 70! This is going so much better than I thought. Good job! Edit: Okay so I was a little off…

[@soundisme8068]

Happy 14th! Good luck to your wife. I hope you both get through the time apart without too much anxiety. ❤

[@bananaspice1967]

Timburr's Low Kick was actually 300 power 100 base power + 50 power from STAB = 150 power 150 × 2 for super effective = 300

[@stevenholly2259]

I think that level up caps before using rare candies like you did at the end should be a mainstay for challenges, becuase it seems like a ton of the time for these runs in some of them is grinding at the end with no good grinding spots (or gen 3 roxanne or Tate Liza lol). I love your content, I think gen 5 no pokecenter would be interesting.

[@goldh2o543]

Gen 6 is a pretty easy generation, so it'd probably make for a short run. I was thinking maybe you could do x/y but with only metronome? Or some other gimmick run that would add at least a bit of real challenge to the easiest games in the series.

[@slateportraichu5416]

Sending supportive vibes to you and your wife=) I understand it is hard to be apart, but I know you both will do your best=3 So sorry Fatima had a a bit of a difficult start in France=( But it will be better soon=)

[@Ihrtbacon04]

yeeeeah BABY it's another munchlax challenge!

[@loganneice6277]

Hearing the stuff with Fatima during the Victory Road grind makes me happy about it!

[@LilMunchlax]

This is an excellent video. Zero notes.

[@Vault-Oshawott]

Hey that New Vegas thing you’re doing you’ve done with Raft. Those were some good videos.

[@dahelmang]

I started playing a randomized White playthrough, and wow I'm surprised by how unique the first gym is! Changing the trainer based on the starter but giving access to a Pokemon that counters it is not something I have seen in the other games.

[@takeovermars]

My partner and I just started a 3 month separation since she's doing an internship and while I've gone a year away from loved ones it still sucks and feels like along time since it's been almost a decade of us being together and living together. I understand how you feel and even if youve done it before doesn't mean it gets easier. I'm proud of you and your wife! You both are going to do great!

[@DudeHunder]

Gameplay of this vlog was cool😂

[@beemann8031]

You two are beaut. Keep strong. ❤

[@kohganightbane9430]

I hope for the best, both for Fatima, and for you. I, sadly, am too used to being separated from those important to me, so I'm afraid i can't say I know how you must be feeling. But know that you have my support. And I'll happily wait as long as you need.

[@MommyViper]

Everyone: "Omg MDB I hope you're not lonely" Me: "Sir you better be frickin HYDRATED!!!"

[@pikapuffin368]

Relatable real talk, I wish I had a bulk ordering place like that man that’d be nice

[@regalrenegade3862]

Good video valued content creator but what fossil did you take?

[@pokeperson1000]

Tutorial on salmon dinner when? XD Hearing about the situation on student housing in France is fascinating. Hope you had a good lunch after the voiceover

[@qweschuning]

He grinded for a timburr... This is what we live for... 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@SpeedyNautilus]

I know you've said previously it isn't really your style, but I'd love to see you do something level limited an MDB Hardcore Nuzlocke. You have such a good grasp of weaker pokemon that you'd probably be able to pull off some interesting strats.

[@raze2012_]

I've lived by myself for over a year now. You get used to it. Since it's not the pandemic it makes it very easy to invite people over at least.