Here's what happened in the LARGEST Reg H VGC tournament

[@CybertronVGC]

I'm back from Worlds & ready to dive into Regulation H with all of you! Battling content will start very shortly, but to get started, I wanted to look at the results of the largest Reg H tournament to date and analyze them.

[@yahnos]

It was so cool seeing your match against se-jun park! Great match between two iconic players

[@angelitabecerra]

Welcome back Aaron!

[@Jasiah1223]

I just wanna say Aaron Cybertron is amazing in competitive Pokémon I in 2015 through 2024 I’ve been watching you in gen 6 when I was 9 years old and you never gave up on your competitive career and how amazing you were and watching your videos helped me into competitive Pokémon glad to see you back

[@josephmuir4189]

Welcome back, king. Hope you had a great time! I loved seeing your stream match, and can’t wait for whatever you have in store for the next season!

[@Shiradrenaline]

Loved you at worlds and on stream! Excited for Reg H videos. I love de-powered formats.

[@himmyturnerinc]

Thanks for covering the tournament! Would love to chat with you more about the grassroots scene!

[@CybertronVGC]

@@himmyturnerinc amazing job hosting this one man, hit me up on Twitter DMs anytime

[@himmyturnerinc]

@@CybertronVGC Sounds great! Awesome seeing you play on the big stage at worlds!

[@DaneOrschlovsky]

@@himmyturnerinc that was really fun. I loved pointing out to my kids, "That's CybertronVGC, where we got all our competitive team building ideas!" Yeah, basically I got into Pokemon for my kids because I couldn't share my hobby of fantasy football with them. I'm a naturally competitive person, but I was surprised with how much I could relate VGC and football strategically.

[@DaneOrschlovsky]

Stamina Archaludon and Annihilape with a Loaded Dice partner are absolute menaces.

[@skrilllfury2120]

Or Beat Up Maushold.

[@afroman6725]

Analysis videos like this are right up your alley and I hope you continue to do more as they become relevant, and I'm always down for a CybertronVGC video no matter the type of content

[@averagegh0st555]

It’s always a good day when Aaron “Cybertron” Zheng uploads, welcome back from worlds!

[@CollinDeP]

Regulation H feels like a great place to jump in if you haven't played competitive before/ in a while. I think analyses like this are super important and interesting, and I always appreciate them! It reminds me of your team building guides from the beginning of seasons/ regulations. Getting insight from veteran players is great for people learning, and seeing resources like this I think will help people take the plunge. I think branching out just from battles is a great move, just make sure you stick with it: so many KZbin channels end up pigeon-holing themselves into one type of content, and any deviations from that content don't do well. I think this is similar enough to your battle videos that given enough time and frequency the views will balance out. Like I said earlier, I think videos like your team building guides and tournament analyses like this being sprinkled in frequently would be really cool. Thanks for what you do, you're a great resource for all of VGC!

[@fleeper20]

It was so amazing to get to meet you at worlds, I appreciate you taking the time to take a photo, and I cant wait go see what great things you'll do next, cheers!

[@penglin]

35:43 Yo that's my pledge team right there! It's a really fun team to use and i have updated it a couple of times since, it now has weezing ability shield indeedee-M for sneasler matchups. But yea the main focus is trigger Swamp pledge and let indeedee-M and sylveon to sweep. you can even use trick room if there is 1 turn of pledge left! So far i have won 6 Other tournaments with this team and it's really strong. I even went undefeated in 2 of those tournaments. Anyways to those curious yes i do have a paste (with ev's) of the team in my twitter, and i might post an updated version soon too! (Might also make a video on it since it's doing so well)

[@Jasiah1223]

Your team is really cool

[@Warlord_Megatron]

Ah yes pledge teams are viable in this tournament

[@zashinunes8191]

Yes make a video!

[@Tine_of_Nice_Dreams]

I was so proud watching your match vs the legendary Se Jun Park himself. I could see in your face how joyful the entire experience was 😊

[@shadmanjojhon1201]

This was awesome Aaron! I think having like a monthly analysis video going over meta trends, things to watch out for, event results, and your thoughts would be an amazing resource!

[@beaky8138]

You are an expert on VGC Doubles and I would love to see more insight videos, including popular cores, unique pokemon, what makes them good, what weaknesses players are currently exploring and more. I don't play doubles much, being more of a singles player, but I find this kind of content very interesting and can imagine a natural teacher like you putting forward the information in a very accessible way. I recognize that this is a lot of the point of your typical videos, but as they are focused on a particular team the bigger picture may be lost somewhere in the granular detail you are able to share.

[@BigslimWRLD]

This tournament was so great for the community cause Himmy was able to get it on the front page of Twitch he deserves some love for it.

[@Warlord_Megatron]

You did great at worlds, we're proud of you!

[@brandenblackburn7000]

Shout out to @himmyturnerinc for hosting these ! Thanks for doing what you do

[@Shiradrenaline]

Really feel like I have a good grasp on the early meta thanks to this vid. You know, sometimes when people do explainer or recap vids like this, they're hard to focus on, but when you do them, you're quick, knowledgable, and engaging, so I watch and learn the whole way through. I hope you keep doing them when you feel like it! Maybe you could put an icon in the thumbnail to distinguish them from battle vids. Maybe a chibi Aaron with a clipboard?

[@GuruFernandez]

Was rooting for you during Worlds! Your match with Sejun was iconic.

[@SkillLink02]

Love seeing our friend LabMaus and his work highlighted here, truly a powerful tool! Love the coverage, this Reg is gonna be incredible! Loved the video. :)

[@taylorsimounet5645]

Thanks for making this so early on, this rule set looks amazing.

[@Crashus29]

It was amazing to watch you live at Worlds. Keep the grind going my goat.

[@daveizab4151]

This kind of content is just what i need at the moment! Battle content was good for me in the past because i could watch it while doing housework. But now with so much more less time and work, analysis or podcast-like videos are what i need now. Plus, i have been starving for regulation H content because everyone was focused on worlds 😅 Just do what you like and want, i am sure there will be an audience for different things. I have been following you since 2014 or 2015. I got to know VGC because of you, and then met other great VGC content creators. Some of them which no longer upload like Markus or Baz anderson. It would be great if you could make again draft leagues or vgc tournaments with other content creators, those days are ingraved in my memory with joy. Would be great to see again Team cyberbaz, team dreamball, team jamie or new teams. I miss those kind of collaborations which further make us know even more VGC players or people from this community

[@LacroixboiB]

I LOVE this! I would love to see more tournament breakdowns, analysis on the meta, best of threes, and or exhibition matches with other content creators!

[@oldirtynumbers]

i love this stuff, even on the battle videos i usually like the team analysis part even more than the actual battles (which makes it funny when you say "you can skip to the battles") -- would love to see more of it.

[@pokewizard30]

Really like the meta analysis, makes it easier to understand the context of ladder games!

[@nodupes2129]

Really appreciate these kind of videos, navigating a new format is always hard for me and these breakdowns are very helpful thanks man

[@rxn277]

Love the deep dives on tournaments! Your knowledge on pokemon is always interesting and exciting

[@KB0893]

I honestly love these types of videos. I enjoy hearing thoughts on the meta from top players

[@Greenish_frog]

WE’RE SO BACK (also you should you look at Charizard and Sunny day whims. Charizard can ohko Archaladon with heat wave, and ohko palafin with over heat)

[@cjchu2597]

So excited for this type of content from you. I really love to hear your perspective on the game

[@macc_jpgaming6713]

Thanks for the input and welcome back! Unfortunately, I didn't run into you during Worlds, would have loves a brief chat/ photo. Maybe in Anaheim then :D Looking forward to the upcoming Reg H videos!!

[@Laughingwithtravii]

IM SO EXCITED FOR THIS REG. this is the second time im watching this... i have alrdy whipped bruxish back out, ive been playing around with SO many of my older teams. i personally dont find the game enjoyable once the power lvl scales too high myself, so this is like, peak gaming for me. this vid was so helpful, and prepared me (a lil bit) for all the arc/peli i been seeing, its everywhere. or maybe we see palafin and meow again, they fell off the face of the earth so fast rip. BUT ANYWAYS, im glad i can actually find success with my silly goofy quirky teams, instead of them just being immediately outscaled by the power mons. even tho i havent been as active these last few regs, ive still absolutely loved your content, thank you SO much. also, i think the reason this video is so nice is bc your regular videos capture a lot of the mechanics we can see. so we learn by the showcase, etc. but this vid is more about the theory, the potential of what is to come, what we HAVENT seen or be showcased. its a different kind of learning, im not sure im putting it into words correctly but the potential for variety is the highest its been in AWHILE, and its enthralling to see where everyone's currently at VS where this reg is headed. also, concerning chin-po (or chi-yu) partners, ive been messing around with stonejournr, and it catches people off guard. also uses focus sash extremely well AND gets wide guard. its been an MvP for sure, heavy slam for fairies, or rock slide with its decent speed for flinches. ive used it before (on a gravity team of all things) so maybe its just cause im comfortable with it, but i like it! low kick/sweep also good for stuff like ursa or gambit. it does run into the murkrow problem sometimes tho where you are just out on the field not being targeted while ur team dies around you so0o0o anywho enough rambling, but i just had to comment something cause im too excited, i cannot contain the thoughts.

[@aminabutler]

I really enjoy getting your perspective on things, and having some videos without love battling as a distraction from that would actually be really refreshing.

[@tiptop_flipflop]

Thank you so much for this video. I've decided I'm gonna finally try dipping my toe in the real competitive scene and the info here is great!

[@evrynameis_takn]

I LOVE this video!!! It Is so helpful for me figuring out what the meta is, what people are trying out, and what options I have in the current format

[@theklutchtube]

I love tournament breakdowns. I also really like you taking “your top 10 teams” at the moment or something like that. And explaining why the team is good or bad.

[@teakwondoughnut]

These types of videos are great. Super excited to see how the reg H evolves

[@fawnpetal]

I really enjoy this type of content and would love more tournament summaries/info on current meta trends!

[@zopzme]

Commenting to say please keep doing breakdown videos and other styles of content you enjoy. Battles are great and informative but this style works great!

[@natedonahue]

@himmyturnerinc put on a massive show for this tour.W for the community. Deserves a shoutout for putting this together and weekly 150+ player tours

[@brunomarotta4178]

It was amazing see your live battle vs sejun, like a war of the great heroes of the past. Gl for the next adventures Aaron!

[@jrains93]

Absolutely love the content! Your knowledge is invaluable and love that you're trying this type of content out. Thank you for everything!!

[@dreadedcorndog8565]

Great content! Coming into VGC from Yu-Gi-Oh and very excited for the challenge

[@NotAlphaCentauri]

I remember last time you did this was in sword&shield, your videos are very helpful with team-building

[@Meatorofu]

looove this content. any sort of analytical metagame/usage/tournament discussion is my fav type of vid :3

[@goonrock789]

Great performance at worlds, seeing you win on stream at worlds was so awesome!

[@Ashes228]

I loved watching you on stream during worlds! Can't wait for more Cybertron, in whatever form that takes!

[@gabdex83]

Love these breakdowns of the metagame. Would love to see more!!

[@TomsSauce]

Been having a lot of fun in the format without watching any deep dives, so something like this is still very much appreciated it actually is really interesting to have the power level lowered so introduced mons like archaludon have the time to shine they probably would have back if they were included when SV launched

[@jacobcannon8876]

Oh my gosh I've always wanted something like Labmaus this is sick

[@Weregoatee]

This honestly feels like a long standing video series you've been running for a few formats. Would say you are really close on a final version of the format! Looks like that time at the commentator's desk really lvld you up :D

[@jacobbuie913]

Love these types of videos that keep an eye on the meta! Please do more!

[@davidblythe9687]

Love it! I would like to see you build a team and try it out on latter. Go through the process of starting from scratch, build, and alter as you go. 🤯

[@nikogronlund6703]

As a person who doesn't play Pokemon VGC but has lately been interested in it this kind of video is so good.

[@calook1334]

imo Reuniclus is really underrated right now. Expanding Force + Psyspam I think got a lot better with the power level drop, even though Rillaboom is so popular. Trick Room is also really good right now.

[@yihu4574]

Hi Aaron, I really love the match breakdown that you did during the wcs of sword and shield, I hope to see them more. Thank you for the wonderful content

[@moocha3689]

Love this type of content. Battle content is harder for me to follow since I don’t keep up with the meta so stuff like this is helpful 😊

[@M24Kiz]

I loved the different styled video, usually I just enjoy a very good player play with a good team but this is more helpful to me.

[@kristianthomas9170]

A "How to put together a team from scratch" kinda video or maybe a playlist (i think its called) of videos with team building tips would be awesome man! I love playing competitive with my friends making different teams like all poison teams, all fish, must have Wings teams etc. And honestly i kinda suck at team building. I know theres content out there from other creators but honestly i always come back to you.

[@marcusblixenkrone-mller973]

Id love to see these sort of Metagame breakdown videos from you

[@PurifiedShino]

As someone who wants to get into competitive VGC after watching the world championships these videos really do help a noob like me understand more about the Pokemon used. Would you ever consider doing a 2024 update beginner's guide to VGC?

[@Abaddon1515]

This is great! Would love to see a similar tournament breakdown for Worlds!

[@xaro9542]

Loved this video. Would love to see more regulation/tournament breakdowns.

[@PokeBattleLab]

Really liked this more analytic/informative version of your content as much as I love your normal RtR contents:) Sometimes I just want something to tune into without full focusing every turn of events that are happening while still being informative. This one really felt like one! Kudos for trying this out👍 It was nice seeing you at Worlds😁 - Nash

[@drewslade3303]

Love the content it's very informative. Also missed you comminating on Worlds!

[@blue_blade_3742]

I am honestly thinking of joining the competitive scene in the Netherlands. So i really like these kind of videos!

[@zashinunes8191]

Interesting format, now I want a video of you telling us and detailing how World was, since almost no one shows exactly how it was, and the games they played

[@Kymeri]

Aaron! Keep up the good work man! Love these breakdown videos! I'm looking forward to seeing you sometime this season, it's been far too long! -Tom H.

[@anarose6021]

I cant wait to see more reg h tournaments. Looks like a really exciting format

[@johnbyrne8128]

Unlucky not making Day 2 at worlds but glad we got to see your set vs Sejun!

[@blkmarvel]

Would def be interested in an analysis from your worlds matches and maybe some lessons learned. You the top in my book pimp, keep it up!

[@tha_juice3262]

What a fun format! Can't wait to see the creativity

[@yuvalmanuel772]

I know it’s not in the video, but can we talk about the glow up that Aaron had, amazing!❤

[@VGCBenji]

Had fun at worlds with u Aaron!! ❤

[@pikapie7227]

Really glad Cybertron meta analysis is back. These styles of videos were some of my favorites back in the swsh era! Still doesn’t beat the PowerPoints though!

[@TTG_JG]

A breakdown in this style monthly or quarterly would be epic.

[@isaacfelixson4374]

You should make more videos like this that are about recent tournament results and the state of the metagame.

[@hectorfley4371]

I love this type of content. I'd love more of it

[@gordon.sarratt]

yo this typa content, like analysis and stuff is really cool. welcome back from worlds!

[@andrewsasala6841]

Awesome video, man!

[@joshuastreet8664]

i’d love more of this style of content!

[@jacklynch4298]

I’m excited for reg H, I always think non restricted formats are way more interesting and fun

[@fleeper20]

This was a really interesting video, would like to see more things like this perhaps inter cut with some showdown team builder footage to show possible more development on thr team

[@colingaunt3663]

So so excited for this format allowing lower power level pokemon to be viable again. Great video, super super helpful for teambuilding

[@aydenfransen9515]

I think Hisuian Zoroark is really funny, because it can completely counter Maus-Ape, especially when you disguise the Zoroark as an Annihalape cause your opponent can't risk clicking Beat Up into your real Annihalape (stacking Rage Fist). So a Nasty Plot focus sash set is pretty funny.

[@jhdtmdcm5542]

Love that kind of content! More please

[@akumavgc]

I'm really surprised at the lack of usage for Tyranitar. I feel like it's definitely an oversight and will make it much harder for rain teams to operate once it picks up.

[@eddie_valentine]

I'm glad you covered the team with H=Zoroark. Zoroark is my favorite mon, and I'm considering getting into VGC and in game battles with reg H, Worlds got me fired up. In my eyes, H-Zoroark kinda walls Annihalape, at least common sets that only run fighting and ghost moves. Looking forward to what this format has to offer!

[@calook1334]

The "B" in "Archaludon / Annihilape + Maushold" stands for "Balanced"

[@AstroPC96]

Been running a balance team with Grimmsnarl and Baxcalibur! People can't calc the damage with screens up (mainly cuz Urshifu was so dominant) The grimm domination is real!

[@DFPWeaponX]

I enjoy this type of detailed info. Sometimes I prefer videos where I don't have to watch the entire video i.e. podcast style

[@supercircuitg]

Last year I tuned in to Worlds to hear Aaron commentate this year I tuned in to watch him go head to head with Sejun Park, at this rate next year I’ll tune in to watch Aaron win World’s!

[@aaroncporter]

I just started trying to theory craft team building because reg h sounds awesome and that winning team is almost exactly what I came up with, short of mousehold. I couldn’t really figure out a final member. Even my choose of annhilape was kinda just a he fills a fighting / offensive void 😅 But still very encouraging to see I wasn’t crazy. I love Sinistcha, glad to see it get some kudos

[@PME_FGC]

There's 0.56% of Gholdengo players not using Make It Rain, and I just have to know what they're cooking

[@michaelmustin6291]

Exactly

[@Pokemazda]

I was thinking the same 😂

[@5wamp]

Grassroots tour analysis is super cool content

[@mewtationssb]

We’re so back. I really enjoyed your worlds team and it sucks you couldn’t make day 2 after that start, but I know you’ll show em up next year! Looking forward to your Regulation H content! Are you going to be in Baltimore, casting or competing?

[@LycopokySlimesy]

I am currently playing Kommo-O Tyranitar Excadrill and so far i have been loving that core, especially with Clefable Gyarados and Rillaboom which is a very nice core to complement the first one and honestly, i am a bit surprised to see not many Tyranitar but i know it has a lot of potential being able to shut down Weather Ball Pelipper and Sand Stream is always nice, especially for Psyspam Torkoal, i also think Kommo-O has a lot of potential since Tera Steel compliments it so much and Clanging Scales iron press sets are both really good rn and also shuts down Fire Water Grass core and won Sacramento regionals, so i expect Kommo-O to get more usage in the future

[@mustinjartin]

Great vid, very helpful and knowledgeable as always. What website is this again?

[@mustinjartin]

Found it!

[@nicholaskeith6614]

Beat up + friend guard Maushold with Anniliape & assault vest Archaladon is scary

[@WildNWillie]

Love this style content! Cybertron goated

[@Midwest_ern]

If you're looking for content outside of battling, I think teambuilding content would be really cool. Obviously, there is some of that here as you're analyzing different cores, but I mean more front to back going through your process, and maybe even then a video where you actually test the team.

[@mcjester1523]

Will you be making a video about your worlds team or the run specifically?

[@DaggerMagina]

I'd love the see that

[@Warlord_Megatron]

It's insane how many matches were not shown