I Hosted a Horse Only Pokemon Tournament.

[@jimothycool]

You can lead a Horse to Water. What happens next will Shock you.

[@RRRR-jr1gp]

Yeah if the horse is Zebstrika

[@MinMaxist]

This is huge, folks.

[@solpaan]

Me when I find out I can't get it to drink

[@solbradguy7628]

You can lead a horse to water, but you can't make him The Drink.

[@DGFTardin]

He hearted and pinned his own comment. Jim is a narcisist folks

[@DarkAuraLord]

When he was a Horsea, they called him "The Juice Box", but now he's "The Drink". Dragalge is "The Cup" because he is Kingdra's father.

[@Bitter-Wounds]

THEY CALL HIM THE WHAT?

[@lemoonjuce8978]

A BEVERAGE OF SORTS?

[@keiharris332]

Trunks will be so proud

[@nebulagray88]

YOU THINK YOU THE DRINK BITCH?

[@fortidogi8620]

What was seadra

[@finnasnowman5083]

This was truly one of the most high octane metagames imaginable. Perhaps next we could see a dog-only tournament, because after all, every dog has its day.

[@LeapyLad]

Would that tournament be considered every dog's day?

[@differentlyabledmuslimjewi4475]

legit there are a lot of canine and canine adjacent pokemon. This one could really work, especially since most have never really seen any viability.

[@AndrewLawton16]

Is Entai legal?

[@zigzag321go]

I wonder which underdogs would shine in that meta.

[@IAmGalaxian-bi6co]

It’ll never happen, the dog days are over

[@AngryAyrab]

Dear Jimothy cool, I am writing to you on behalf of my client, Muk. It has come to our attention that Muk, who has been confirmed to be a horse, has been intentionally excluded from the horse only tournament. This exclusion has caused significant psychological distress to Muk, leading to an identity crisis. As a result, we demand that you immediately cease and desist from any further actions that may cause harm to Muk. Please be advised that we are prepared to take legal action should this matter not be resolved promptly. We expect your full cooperation in addressing this issue. Sincerely, Muk’s Lawyer

[@Electric999999]

Muk is only a horse in Muk-Horse form (much like Palkia and Palkia-O), Muk-Horse was banned due to the obviously excessive power level, perhaps one day someone will run the theoretical Horse-Ubers format and Muk can have his (mon)day.

[@keiharris332]

Muk is a transhorse. But don't tell anyone. That's our dirty little secret

[@azeria1]

Muk only got that form recently after the cut of period for registrations for the tournament

[@dradel2050]

Muk deserves to be recognised properly as a horse.

[@usernametaken017]

​@@keiharris332Can't believe the horse council is transphobic. I mean, what would happen if G-Rapidash became aware of this situation?

[@gabe6070]

Glad to say I participated and even won a round in this historic tournament. I hope the horse council appreciates my effort

[@solbradguy7628]

Horstoric

[@asshrimpleasthat799]

This meta is actually SO interesting it really makes me want to see more themed tournaments. Great commentary too!!

[@thod-thod]

Muk may be on the Council, but we do not grant him the rank of Horse.

[@usernametaken017]

Court Jester

[@ginocrededio7421]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@itslexactually]

This is outrageous, it’s unfair

[@EpiclyEpicGamer]

you can lead a horse to water, but you cant make it drink, unless the horse in question is standing in front of a keldeo, in which it will be forced to drink

[@megablaster00]

"I'm sorry copperajah I don't think you count as a horse" "that's bullshit you let magcargo in"

[@DKdrop]

"I'm legally classified as a horse, why don't you read a book dumbass."

[@Fefomichea]

"actually copperajah, shell-smashing out is an important step in a horses life, why dont you read a fucking book"

[@ashley111122223333]

Dude is casually becoming one of the biggest competitive Pokemon KZbinrs rn. Legendary stream and video

[@tylerrock7219]

Kingdra may be a sea horse, but your honor, Dragalge is a sea dragon- which I believe strays too far from the typical terrestrial horse. If we include a sea dragon in the mix, what's next, a puddle of purple sludge with a single arm and the move High Horsepower? Guffaw, I say

[@cherryoghaze]

I believe Horsea may have stacked the deck and conducted illegitimate confirmations in Skrelp and Dragalge's favor in order to bolster the bloc of maritime constituents on the horse council. Magcargo must work quickly to unite the remainder of the council, or I fear next election may usher in a new dark age under Horsea's brutal reign.

[@cherryoghaze]

I have a feeling Horsea may be behind this

[@handoverthestromboli6715]

All against say Neigh!

[@Quicksilvir]

On one hand I agree, on the other hand Horsea to Seadra presents the clear precedent that Sea Dragons are the natural evolution of the Sea horse.

[@MishKoz]

Tangentially related, but can you believe that we still don't have a Pegasus Pokemon after all these years?

[@diamonddudeygo]

Shaymin-Sky is kind of a pegasus if you squint

[@evilcow666]

Mega rapidash was right there too

[@handoverthestromboli6715]

Pegasus pokemon have been banned by the Horse Council since the implementation of the Hippocampus Oath of 1956. Learn some history

[@josephmother2659]

⁠@@handoverthestromboli6715the Pokequestrian Coalition takes issue with this blatant Pokism and are preparing a petition to stop this unfairness. You’ll be hearing from our lawyers soon (it’s a bunch of Smeargles in suits)

[@nickkerinklio8239]

How is this related to Tangela?

[@Wolfboy607]

AND THAT'S WHY THEY CALLED HIM "THE DRINK!" oh my GOD, we're GAMING, Trunks!

[@palatonian9618]

I think my favorite thing about Jimothy cool is the consistent contrast of a seemingly blase tone and hyperbole that belies his genuine enthusiasm. God its such an awesome combo

[@Tungdil_01]

I'm looking forward to seeing a dinosaur tournament next: Tyrantrum, Aurorus, Archeops, Rampardos, Torterra, Meganium, Tropius, Bastiodon, Aggron, Dracozolt, Arctozolt, Dracovish, Marowak, Tyranitar, Sceptile, Breloom, Rhyperior, Garchomp, Haxorus, Kommo-o, Aerodactyl (it's actually a pterosaur but whatever). And you can even include the birds to have more options.

[@Frost-ux8jx]

Sceptile tho ?

[@usernametaken017]

Alolan Muk is also considered to be a dinosaur

[@harrisontownsend910]

Aerodactyl, Kabutops, and Omastar need to be here.

[@Tungdil_01]

@@Frost-ux8jx according to bulbapedia it's vaguely based on Dromaosauridae, so I guess we could count it. But I understand if someone refuses since it's not clear cut

[@Tungdil_01]

@@harrisontownsend910 Alright, I can see Aerodactyl there since it's a pterosaur, a clade closely related to dinosaurs. Kabutops should be considered in an Arthropod tournament (with Kingler, Scolipede, Lokix, etc.), while Omastar in a Mollusc one (with Cloyster, Malamar, Wo-Chien, etc.)

[@TheForbiddenLean]

*Magcargo doesn't make it to finals "My disappoint is immeasurable and my day is ruined."

[@ctehuey]

The winner Tommathan named his Pokémon after professional Overwatch players who have adept skill at the character Orisa, who is often referred to as the Horse. I'd highly recommend his youtube channel as he makes excellent Overwatch content with many funny references to Pokémon in his videos.

[@gazin1065]

I think Mr cool should bring Tomothan on the fridge

[@rafaelinyoutube4175]

1:05 Terastallionzation

[@aberrantreptile]

Dragalge is my favourite pokemon, seeing a format where it's optimal, however goofy it is, is awesome

[@justme14357]

I hosted a horse only Pokémon tournament and it was absolutely insane. The rules were simple.

[@4horse278]

A 6v6 singles tournament where the only legal Pokemon are a pre-curated list of horses.

[@danielboismier6194]

Some horse Pokemon were too powerful, though, and it would’ve made things boring.

[@justme14357]

​@@danielboismier6194Like the calyrex riders, arceus and palkia origin.

[@BlueMistYT]

So I thought it'd best to Ban these particular Horses from entering the event.

[@EvilPerson2998]

My name. Is jimothy cool and im an idiot.

[@zoeygeorge2403]

"Horse on horse moment, as this whole tournament has been, of course."

[@LordPhilipJFry]

Horse tier list: 1. Keldeo 2. Kingdra 3. Dragalge 4. Mudsdale 5. Glastrier 6. Rapidash-Galar 7. Zebstrika 8. Rapidash 9. Magcargo

[@handoverthestromboli6715]

Magcargo probably better than Rapidash-Kanto because Magcargo doesn't lock you out of using Galarian Rapidash which you probably always need to threaten Keldeo and Kingdra and also gets stealth rock

[@apiratcc]

Heard the word 'insane' in just a first 5 second of video. My day is fulfilled.

[@EvelynIsBased]

Machina's double crits were ludicrous, incredible tournament

[@thewerdna]

You can lead a horse to water, but can any of these contestants lead a horse to victory?

[@Yepmyaccount]

Some say seahorses don’t count as real horses. However, this is the ideal horse body. You may not like it, but this is what peak horse performance looks like.

[@toasterrobot]

I think you're onto something with these themed tournaments...

[@maralli6940]

This was certainly an event of the centuries and i'm glad i participated even if my last set was unfortunate as it was. Thanks for holding this tournament and thanks to ausma for making it possible in the first place

[@peterhamel7542]

As a UMass graduate I appreciate the Du Bois Library getting a shoutout from the chilly horse. Throwing icicle spikes as cold as the wind around the library

[@Decanator321]

heya! bushidobayleef here - glad you got a chuckle out of it! i didn't have it in me to run icy wind, but i knew it was the perfect nickname for the cold horse >:)

[@Judgementday3010]

Fun Fact: Dragalge is actually based on a seadragon. While in the same family, Syngnathidae, as seahorses and pipefishes, they're actually a unique species from the seahorse. The more you know 🌈🌟

[@margerinethacker6499]

I must admit I was not in my element in the semifinals

[@margerinethacker6499]

rapidash was not at fault. it was I

[@MechaOracle]

Are we getting a dog only tournament? We see who the top horse is, I want to see who the top dog is.

[@AgentLando]

My GOAT and new leader of the horse council [spoiler name] was just simply, that guy.

[@koziboo]

they call him Tomato Nathan for a reason, the GOAT of the council and the GOAT of the Overwatch Replay Stream Agency

[@tomwantshelp]

This is a tournament for horses only. Goats are not allowed, even if they learn High Horsepower.

[@BrunoMattei97]

That Iron head flinch against Glastrier was soul crushing

[@kaesestink]

Magcargo stopping Kingdra was a magical moment

[@itskalstor9076]

This was an amazing tournament, glad to have been part of it

[@kalosianporygon]

This video is educational because it taught me all the horse-inspired Pokémon.

[@hunterkinsella5303]

I am appalled at the lack of Muk representation, clearly the best horse.

[@NS-pz8nb]

Jim confirmed in the stream that Muk-Horse Forme was too powerful for the format

[@wellshit9489]

It is clearly the best horse, that's why it had to be banned to ubers

[@badbcatha]

49:40 i actually gasped out loud

[@animosity9197]

I've been pretty out of the Pokemon world in recent years, but I am delighted to find I can still watch a gimmicky competitive tournament and follow everything, right down to gasping at the reveal of held items and being bowled over by critical hits. Excellent horse-themed commentary, interesting idea, engaging execution. Bravo!

[@nickkerinklio8239]

I’m forever thankful this wasn’t a mug-only tournament

[@agiruda8380]

I watched this with my family on the ranch. Thank you Jimothy

[@traax2719]

muk cargo may not be the hero we want but its definitely the hero we deserve.

[@MeatKisser]

I horsed a horse only Pokémon tournament and it was horsolutely horsane. Horse horses horse horse

[@pokepowerz4]

Incredible displays of horse knowledge and expertise in this tournament. What a beautiful show.

[@Octobeann]

1:30:43 the music lined up so well here, truly one of the most emotional moments in recorded horse history

[@King_Nipper]

This is so cool, some of the most fun for Pokemon is the team building aspect. 10/10 idea.

[@TomFWA]

Sea Dragons are in the Sea Horse family, Sygnathidae.

[@fortidogi8620]

Really enjoyed watching the vod. Its such an interesting format despite, yknow, everything about the premise

[@fortidogi8620]

also fun was watching live chat as every 3 minutes another person asks why dragalge and kingdra are here

[@hnrysml]

this format reminds me of when i got a random battles elephant team with iron treads, great tusk, donphan, and copperajah, if only i had a mamoswine :(

[@DeadJack1999]

In such a small format any utility is very valuable. Its so fun seeing garbomons getting spotlight

[@tychozzyx9439]

15:17 Down to the photo finish! What a race we have here today to start us off

[@TimeToSine39]

Rhinoceroses are loosely related to horse and other equids in the gene pool, so I believe Rhyhorn should ve in the Horse Council. Not its evolutions though, they are clearly not horses or rhinoceroses.

[@mrboost4186]

Tapirs are also related to horses as part of the Perissodactyla. Therefore I request Drowzee and Munna to be considered for approval to join.

[@handoverthestromboli6715]

Are we suggesting that all Ungelates are Horses? this would mean Kyogre and Wailord are horses. Absurd. Ridiculous. I am completely in favor of this

[@LunarWingCloud]

Congrats on the new HorseUsed format (HU)

[@badbcatha]

3 minutes in and its already more entertaining than i ever would have thought. what do you mean dd iron head kingdra is sweeping

[@EricKingOfScots]

When are we getting the Horse UU cup? I want a format for Seadra and Mudsbray to shine like they deserve!

[@johnking2702]

Why is Muk not apart of this tier? Assumedly he can shape his goop into whatever form he pleases, a simple horse would be child’s play

[@Wickydangel66]

Some would call it horseplay

[@treccaniveneziani7010]

"I horsed a host only pokemon tournament"

[@moomoo1826]

This is doing horse numbers folks

I watched this live, lol it was great. It would be amazing to see a Horse-Ubers tournament featuring calyrex riders and arceus

[@cantastyle4824]

excellent high-energy commentary, this was awesome

[@ItsSeech]

30 minutes in and Only Jimothy could make a format where Kingdra and Magcargo were out performing Glastrier

[@jjhansen5695]

They call me the drink

[@rumit3695]

42:26 Tommathan with the competitive Overwatch crossreferences.

[@LevelsOTT]

I hoisted a horse over my head and threw it several meters

[@yogoholic36]

Omg it's The Drink

[@larx4481]

Horses call me The Drink

[@solbradguy7628]

They call him The Drinkler

[@pancakeman1589]

bushidobayleaf's Glastrier is very aptly named. I'm not sure if it is every UMass, but Boston's library was FRIGID when I was there. I'd often have trouble typing on my laptop because my hands were so cold. Sending some love to my fellow Masshole.

[@griffin8762]

Finally, Glastrier has its day.

[@chess_fella]

Jimothy hosted a horse only Pokémon tournament.

[@DKdrop]

Shell Smash Magcargo sweep is my new favorite thing in existence.

[@OtherScott64]

Peter...the horses are here.

[@BrotherBro790]

Crab championship when. Insane this is

[@cayiika]

There's some genuinely exciting stuff to be had in these themed metas. I appreciate these spotlights a lot, especially as a fellow Furret and Magcargo aficionado. Really wish I could've made the time to join these.

[@Magic_Ice]

1:05 THEY CALL HIM THE WHAT?

[@folcra]

THEY CALL HIM THE WHAT?!

[@ZoofyZoof]

I don't think I realized how many horses pokemon has

[@mcgipple]

THEY CALL HIM THE WHAT!?!?!

[@G1eatShad0w]

This video was uploaded at frightening speeds. Very impressive indeed.

[@TheRealMichelozzo]

Sad to say I missed this because I overslept pretty hard the day of. I even spent the day before making the team I was gonna use. Hopefully we can have future silly formats or even bring back horse format for another go.

[@Jotar0w0]

Thanks for hosting Jim it was fun even if I didn't get very far

[@halifaxsteppenwulf7980]

I really like these themed tournaments, hopefully we can see some more in the future - maybe a fish tournament?

[@Electric999999]

This tournament was brilliant, I hope the fromat is run again. Alternatively Horse-Ubers with all the banned horses.

[@joebailey3518]

Calyrex-S used astral barrage

[@blastoiseddr]

Hi Jimothy, a fun fact for you - 3 of the 4 top Australian dance dance revolution (DDR) players are arguably horses

[@DkKobaADV]

I wont refrain from saying it. Zebra is S tier.

[@e-duh3529]

Z tier, one might say

[@DkKobaADV]

​@@e-duh3529You're crazy.

[@JPsL4DD3R]

@@e-duh3529pretty sure you just won the internet, congratulations!

[@Too__]

I can't believe these guys spent so much time horsing around

[@ornsteintreed3969]

Tommathan the GOAT of the horsers

[@keonepatterson327]

Why is tommathan doing horse tournaments and not making a new breakdown of the owcs finals?? *Madge*

[@TommathanOW]

cant a guy horse around

[@Mijzelffan]

Now it's time to update the horse tierlist based on these experiences

[@al77709]

I cannot believe the tournament's winner used his newfound gaming clout to gain a face-to-face audience with Jimothy Cool and remove his mask, revealing him to be a horse all along. Perhaps the true horse was the KZbinr we subscribed to along the way... you are subscribed to the Jimothy Cool channel, right?

[@UltaFlame]

Nope.

[@dankicks]

The lack of Ditto and Zorua/Zoroark, is proof that the Tournament has World Class doping control.

[@LongshipLoft]

Poor Girafarig and Farigiraf. Harshly cast from the stable.

[@silentdeath316]

Jimothy Cool has said the word horse hundreds of times this year

[@jay_william17]

Excellent tournament

[@rajkanishu]

Today I learned that Keldeo's Resolute form apparently has mirrored sprites on Showdown that change depending on what side of the field he's in, but Galarian Rapidash doesn't

[@jazzisfrommars2476]

"That's my horse!" -Rolf

[@s0shadow]

45:29 Because of this misspeak, the next Jimothy metagame has accidentally been leaked.

[@william_dittmann]

If seahorses (hippocampus) are allowed, I propose that hippopotamus (literally river horse) pokemon should also be allowed

[@matthewbrown8614]

This was absolute cinema

[@lightninghelmet2798]

Still why no muk...

[@jimothycool]

Muk in it's base form is not a horse. Muk's Horse form has an unbelievable base 200 Speed and is banned to Ubers

[@lightninghelmet2798]

​@@jimothycool This is insane... Hopefully we will be able to see Muk-Horse on mondays

[@Jake-kr8sc]

The double game crit stored power was wild live