Can I Beat Pokemon Silver with ONLY Version Exclusives? 🔴 Pokemon Challenges ► NO ITEMS IN BATTLE

[@riemaennchen]

Ledian makes me upset. One of the coolest looking Bug Pokémon. But why is it so bad?

[@PumpkinTyr]

Would u say that.... Ledian.... Is BUGGING you?

[@brag3320]

Then I highly recommend you check out the Pokemon untamed project, or at least the Pokédex. It has some of the coolest mega evolution I’ve seen and they gave one to Ledian

[@Shaunanigans6060]

Ditto.. Pun not intended

[@Grumpisaurus]

A ladybug is one of the coolest bugs? Idk about that

[@shreddytodie1605]

As a musician, ledian reminds me of my favourite mode of the major scale, lydian. It's so full of expression. Ledians design matches my mental idea of the lydian mode so perfectly, but pokemon made it such a bad pokemon to have on your party. It really upsets me.

[@lNTERESTlNG]

Pretty sure I’ve watched every Pokémon challenge video that you’ve ever made. Thank you for the content over the years. I hope you keep them up for much longer and here is my contribution to that cause.

[@MahDryBread]

Thanks, I appreciate it! I've got a lot more planned!

[@riemaennchen]

Donphans Backsprite is just amazing.

[@adventureoflinkmk2]

Only Phans

[@GelatinCoffee]

i think you mean tentacle monster. if tentacle monsters only had 1 girthy tentacle

[@bvd_vlvd]

@@adventureoflinkmk2 Haydunn's nicknames should be an intellectual property enclosed in museums

[@DarkEinherjar]

MDB after the Blue fight: "So, that's how it feels to be Whitney..." **evil maniacal laughter**

[@silverrey7379]

11:00 you know you're in for a horrible time when A LEDIAN IS NOT THE WORST MEMBER ON THE TEAM

[@theepicmuffin7934]

Well, delibird would have been a lot better than Ledian if he trained it and gave it ice Storm. I firmly believe that it would've carried versus lance.

[@Nunu.Dolonia]

I won't lie, seeing Ledian get the final blow after all the suffering from the Ledyba only run was pure catharsis. Another week, another request to one day see a Swablu only run!

[@Giga-lemesh]

Gold, blue, and gold version exclusive runs 😂

[@orderedrandom3793]

Also he said can i beat gold instead of silver lmao

[@AgsmaJustAgsma]

And then teases Ruby and Emerald exclusives at the end of the video. Him calling Cerulean City Celadon on every Kanto run is already amusing, but this is even funnier.

[@CTscan0118]

@@orderedrandom3793if you had this playing in the background like me you’d have no clue what game he’s playing cause blue gold silver red

[@sinnohan2225]

Didn’t even get to see Ninetales. RIP

[@penpad7261]

i noticed you didnt use ninetales yet spent all that time getting the fire stone, rip

[@tb3411]

Yeah that's what bothered me the most about this run.

[@Raziel_HHL]

I once again request a Gen 5 Zorua run where you are allowed to use other mons for HMs AND to get different Illusions from your ability

[@Lebon19]

That Blue fight though... HOLY CRAP.

[@piratebear3126]

This makes me realize how little I’ve seen the Silver sprites since I almost always play Crystal. I miss version exclusive sprites in the shift to 3D. Still think Stunky in HGSS would be cool, but at least we’ll see the skunk shine in the eventual Diamond exclusive run too.

[@snarkventuregaming4746]

After all that effort... Ninetales didn't participate in either the Blue OR Red fights. Lmao.

[@bryandauzat293]

Alternative title, LITERALLY JUST DONPHAN

[@veghesther3204]

Exactly Donphan is really the only Pokemon that isn't PURE CRAP.

[@Firesdale]

Can I Beat Pokemon Silver with ONLY Rollout?

[@xRaffItUpx]

hey mdb i didn't see anyone point it out yet but you accidentally said gold version when doing silver! i know it doesn't mean much but i found it funny 😂

[@seitanile]

; w; I said it

[@Pershath08]

@@seitanileit’s ok though! Remember comments are goos for the youtube algorithm =]

[@SparrowsbladeGames]

Hell Yeah....... another Pokémon Challenge !!! These are some of my favourite videos on KZbin !!!! This has made my day !!!

[@cavinator1]

19:13 against Blue: "Alright, you're not ready for this fight, it just BLUE my mind!" Whether or not that was intentional that was amazing

[@wren842]

Hell yeah, Donphan! Always great to see my favorite Pokémon get some love.

[@cluaranfrostwind2846]

All three Wormadams in any game you want.

[@calvincolon1523]

I have an interesting idea: Can you beat Pokemon (insert version here) with only early route Pokemon? Beat a Pokemon game with only Pokemon that you can find before the first Gym Battle. Maybe start with Yellow Version since you can only get one starter in that version.

[@insulttothehumanrace3807]

That one varies wildly in difficulty, depending on what game you do it with. Some games have surprisingly good Pokemon available in the early routes. Yellow... would make an interesting one to start with. It's actually one of the harder ones. I second this notion.

[@gIoomurai]

hey mdb! i just wanted to comment that i love your challenge videos so much. i've been watching for a few years now and your videos have become like a comfort to me. i especially like having your videos on while i fall asleep bc they feel so chill. this might sound weird lol but your voice also feels like a warm hug. i never commented on your stuff before but wanted to now! your videos are great 💙

[@chainsawz5618]

Challenge idea: randomize a pokemon game of your choice, pick 1 of the 3 randomized starters and then use only pokemon that start with the same letter if a pokemon evolves into a mon that doesn't start with the selected letter, you cannot use the evolved form if a pokemon evolves into a mon that does start with the letter, but currently doesn't it can be leveled up using an exp share, but not used until it evolves ex. selected letter N, Seedot cannot be used but can be evolved into Nuzleaf, but cannot be evolved into Shiftry

[@smokingsquirrel1888]

I love that you started with Phanpy. He is one of my favourite pokemon and it always sucks that he is so LATE in the game.

[@Mr-Trox]

At least you can get Phanpy pretty early in S/V.

[@floatingf8783]

0:08 Pokemon GOLD with only Version Exclusives? But-But MDB, you already did that one 2 months ago.

[@TheMerryMagpie]

Heck yeah! I've never used a Donphan but I've always heard they were good. That Koga run sounds difficult but fun, psychic type are going to be an issue for sure! I really do like hearing your outro's, even the small things like today. Idk, feels good is all to hear about your day.

[@douggraves2823]

I love Donphan, but I feel like he rarely gets the opportunity to really shine. This was a fun one for sure. Have a great day dude!

[@DefinitelyNotAFerret]

16:36 you had the chance to go for the 100% accuracy move and you didn't take it...

[@kieran7675]

I love MDB but some of his Pokemon decisions are hilariously bad lmao, part of the charm of the channel though

[@DoctorKamino]

what i REALLY love about version exclusive runs is that Mr. Dry Bread allows his pokemon to evolve instead of just using the base form. I get the base form thing is its own challenge, but i prefer seeing the stronger form of a weak pokemon

[@DarthVincentiusOfficial]

I love the voice over mistakes and audio glitches. Amazing. Its all part of the bit and I love it.

[@jeremyjoyce5454]

If you get school boy Alen's phone number, he might call you to give you a fire stone. He is chilling just before sudowoodo. It's rare cause getting them to call you is annoying and they aren't a full proof way but its better than waiting for Bill's grandpa.

[@theSlowBroke]

This is what I was coming to the comments to say too. Plus if Alan's is the only number in your contact list it's almost guaranteed you'll get one in a couple hours. It would have saved him a lot of trouble haha

[@Obilee]

I'm just happy it's silver for once instead of gold every time. I had silver version as a child, so please show that some love. Edit: Just got to the 10 second mark... you can't even fix the habit of saying "Pokémon Gold."

[@SawedOffLaser]

Love these version exclusive runs! It's fun to see you work with a whole team.

[@omegapumkin9702]

A great dnd session and a new pokemon run dropped what a way to end a day

[@Flaretale52]

It's great that you remembered to put "No Glitches or Exploits" in the Ruleset but not actually SAID it, lol.

[@benediktwindisch2778]

all those Gen 2 sprites are just so beautiful especially in the first game I ever played as a kid, Crystal, when they also move. Shame they hid so many version exclusives in Gen 2 late or in places where you don't usually go. Also they sadly didn't give the gym leaders many Gen 2 Pokemon. Jasmine with Scizor and Skarmory instead of those freaking Magnemites would be sick. And Bugsy could have Yanma and Ledyba/Ledian easily instead of those silly cocoons

[@joshpoint_0]

I’ll just teach it the tm for headbutt since it’ll be the best move it learns until, I’ll just teach it the tm for headbutt since it’ll be the best move it learns until

[@parzival-bo]

Siiiiiiiilveeeeeeer... Requesting Pokemon B2W2 With Only One Chinchou.

[@Jianichie]

The fact Ledian was more viable than Delibird is just... sad. Common starter route bug > rare near endgame bird.

[@joshuawoodson6620]

I would have totally been okay with you generating a fire stone instead of through all that extra work.

[@imsodumbwhy2869]

At 5:20 he says the same thing twice, I'm not going crazy am I?

[@ronaid-with-an-i]

He does but that doesn't mean you're not crazy

[@Chalepastel]

he does that some times, but it's like sub 5% chance tho, so you have to be looking for it

[@DMGene117]

I am here once more to advocate for a Yamask appearance

[@NaviR64]

i like to use these pokemon videos to fall asleep to as they help alot. so thank you for them

[@lisahenry20]

It feels like it's been ages since I've watched these videos. I think because I've been busy binge watching a group of creators and so youtube forgot that I like watching them. I probably have a lot to catch up on, but I might use it as an excuse to watch all the videos from the beginning.

[@ashtonjohnston7314]

Forever am I wait and still suggesting Emerald as Wally

[@zacharymcvicker5820]

Thank you for always putting out so many banger videos. You also have very infectious enthusiasm, and its been helpful today

[@desktop-ini]

Interestingly, pokemon silver has a lot of sprites cut from crystal, which makes the game feel quite fresh.

[@ericmaloney6730]

1:27 Joey got a fake number once, he was just calling to make sure he got the real one this time

[@qinaxin7107]

"And I'm a KZbinr so I don't know what mornings are" - MDB 2024. Quote of the century. Which fossil did you take? Comments are good for the youtube algorithm.

[@mattbennett7347]

Your voice overs are way ahead of what we're seeing for battle footage just an fyi

[@xaviermeyer660]

Hey man! You know what would be fun? A pokemon challenge "Can i beat pokemon emerald with one numel." Same challenges as your torkoal run, but worse.

[@Smolstarfish]

As soon as i heard delibird was available I knew you'd win

[@greysonfitts5638]

We all know Delibird’s actual job on the team was showing his true pride as a guardian. Truly an unsung hero.

[@zidarose]

Phanpy is just adorable

[@Grey_Warden_Invasion]

1:23 Mornings are the time before you go to bed. Lol

[@trevorstevenson4038]

I remember utilising a Furret and a Ledian on my first playthrough of Silver. It was frustrating to see them taper off hard towards the late game. I think I had the elemental punches on Ledian haha.

[@mewtustyle]

These Pokemon silver sprites are everything! Love it!

[@nomthejedi]

16:40 Why not use Strength? I get that Roll out deals what 120 equivalent base power, but an 80 base power strength should've been more than enough

[@dylanium5755]

Have you thought about a run with set-damage moves? Like Night Shade, Sonic Boom, Dragon Rage, etc

[@niftucal325]

Thanks!

[@tasfdbyhdygsdbnjsrae]

I'm using a delibird in my silver playthrough and it's actually super useful with fly and icy wind! It's overlevelled to match stats with the party, but having that type combo really helped me through a few fights! Lance especially

[@jiffbombastic3694]

5:20 repeat dialogue :}

[@knate44]

Man go Donphan against blue! I kind of want to see him in a solo or duo run with his sort of counterpart Ursaring from gold. Maybe that would be a fun run for Emerald because of the double battles?

[@irishijo1]

Ahh yes, a gold run! But in silver! Jokes aside, good vid man, always love your stuff!

[@nascromt]

A challenge I have been trying in Silver is "type mirror" challenge: "beat each gym leader with a team of only one pokemon of the badge type, then nickname the pokemon after the leader". So far, I haven't really completed it. I had to lossen the rules a lot: I stated allowing Ditto to be used in any battle, I started allowing items in battle, I used a second Dragonair for Claire, for the League I couldn't do it without the whole team. I haven't started the Kanto section yet, not sure what I will do there. But! Lediba beat Bugsy on its own and that was satisfying.

[@Mc3music500]

Requesting a joltik only run cause he is just a lil guy

[@brandonburns18]

Donphan has always been a favorite of mine. Such a cool design

[@lukeleslie9648]

A Delibird only challenge sometime soon would be nice to watch.

[@AmmieMuffins]

When's the last time MDB said the word "Gyarados"?

[@jaxsonbateman]

Pre-video comment: should have no issue even with Red (except perhaps needing to grind a bit); a full team with evolutions and varied typing will see the day won even if some of the individual pokes are a bit underwhelming. GL!

[@DarkEinherjar]

So, you're using the Christmas bird Pokémon as a meat shield? Fitting.

[@waltterikoponen8426]

I still have my b2w2 with only hidden grotto pokemon! - you can use the randomizer to change the starters to sap sipper marill, rattled dunsparce or scrappy lillipup (The starters are the ranch's grotto encounters which is the 'closest' one) - you can only use pokemon found in a grotto - you can get more than just one team (6+ pokemon and you can mix and match)

[@masa-bs6qe]

7:43 what's with the meowth?

[@Crazy-enderman]

week 2 of poilietly requesting a zorua run

[@Yune_Faded]

Okay so I posted this idea on the hm video last week but thought I update the findings on this video for engagement lol. Basically you had said that platinum wasn't possible due to the hm moves requirements being unable to hit ghost in the third gym. So after a lot of looking did I fund that in genetion 4 can a Goldeen learn waterfall naturally at lv 37 so if you could get to route 209 (which I don't remember if you can or not) could you get the good rod and catch a Goldeen to train up under the caviot that it's a hm move that you haven't received your license to use outside battle yet. Thought it might be interesting maybe I'll confirm it by next week by Replaying platinum which was my first pokemon game actually :) Ps love your content

[@banditrests]

Fury cutter is 95% accurate btw, not 90%. Fun run.

[@GelatinCoffee]

mdb: doesn't use nicknames me: man i sure hope he's doing okay 😂😂

[@SilverZephyrFalcon]

I used Donphan as my starter in Crystal for one of my Nuzlockes, and it really carried. It's such a good Pokemon once it evolves.

[@mickkelley3776]

"I'm a KZbinr so I don't know what mornings are" Anyone else here relate to this?

[@domoakley6324]

5:20 REVERB

[@zackuloidgh3267]

NOVICE KZbinR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 😂

[@TheBack2Bone]

Finally the Silver Pkmns, my favourite game for the gameboy Greetings from Canada to Canada i'm in Halifax this weekend.

[@NumbersAfter]

when you do these follow up exclusives, it would be really cool to see what your team was in the previous game during major points, just to compare. I know we can go and watch the other video, but side by side would just be neat.

[@heinzdoofenshmirtz8643]

That would be interesting.

[@gakk8658]

Donphan is a beast. It's one of my favorite pokemon, it's just a big ol' girthy elephant friend.

[@seanwilliams823]

I accidently clicked off before the outro. Had to reload. I ALWAYS love to hear his outoutdoors? What is your go to meal after you finish you outro? A Champion team run but 1st stage. Also, have we gotten a Poliwag or Feebass run?

[@Onmur]

19:15 The fight with Blue... Blue your mind!

[@Lugiaskr]

i always forget how good the sprites in this game look godddd

[@jellychaser7011]

I have an idea, what about Pokémon Platinum with only first form starters? A run where you get all three starters but can’t evolve them

[@ganymedehedgehog371]

I don’t that that’s particularly difficult or interesting. Tedious but they have a great move pool to have coverage for pretty much everything.

[@pkmntrainermark8881]

Ledyba finished off the Flying Gym? I love it.

[@freshlancer]

Run Recommendation: Do a type-exclusive run, but with randomized movesets so you'll have to adapt to your team's moves as well as opponents.

[@brianyingling917]

That's it now you gota do a delibird run

[@patmusx358]

Random idea, idk if people would like it, but what about a gen 6 Megas only run? A run where you can only use pokemons in their mega form, so even if you can have a full party, you could only use 1 per battle.

[@Grey_Warden_Invasion]

I've never seen a Donpahn from behind. It looks like it's sinking into the ground with only its trunk still sticking out. Lol

[@someidiotwithalamp]

I feel like leveling up Delibird and giving it the Icy Wind TM would’ve probably helped in that Lance fight

[@lorenzotozzetti5242]

I wait for this weekly challenges with more hype than my paycheck

[@gwammeh]

MDB: [calls Phanpy a late-game Pokémon] Me, who used to catch them at level 3 past the gate at the first route: *visible confusion*

[@jarredroberts8825]

You can only catch them there in Crystal, in Silver they only show up on the route higher up by Blackthorn City.

[@gwammeh]

@@jarredroberts8825 I'm just extremely confused now because I never owned Crystal but I swear to god I remember *so vividly* catching them as a child playing Silver.

[@ASHFAR578]

I always bring in phanpy when its available in the games. Scarlet and violet was a treat for me with their variants

[@TheTaintedWisdom]

0:09 - DEJA VU! I'VE JUST BEEN IN THIS PLACE BEFORE! HIGHER ON THE STREET! etc. 5:18 - DEJA VU! I'VE JUST BEEN etc.

[@13JackStorm]

Donphan is a Mon I've developed a fondness for much more recently. I feel it's a bit underrated

[@epicfail3167]

0:10 Dang it MDB, there are two names for this challenge and you picked the wrong one

[@Shaarlyn]

skarmory is a gen2 pokemon?? i always thought it was introduced in ruby and sapphire. damn. great video!

[@danielbutler8103]

I have an idea for a fun challenge, One that means you could even use Drowzee. Can you beat Pokemon Black (Or any game from gen's 5 ,6 or 7) with only the move Assist? Purrloin learns Assist at level 6 so it'd be the starter, Then if you get a male Purrloin you can breed it with other's to get more Pokemon. I think this would be a great wacky challenge since the more Pokemon on your team the more random the move is. For any that don't know Assist uses a random move known by any of the user's party Pokémon, With some exceptions. So even Pokemon that can't use Assist would still be useful if they have good moves that Assist can use. Drowzee is in the Human-Like Egg Group so If you want one with Assist you'd need a Spinda since they're in the Field and Human-Like Egg Groups so can breed with Purrloin and Drowzee. You could also use a Chimchar as a starter if you give it Assist as an Egg Move, They're also in the Field and Human-Like Egg Groups so a male one can breed the move into any Pokemon with Assist.