Northernlion Plays: Spelunky [Episode 17]

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[@Sterski1]

That was one of the most nerve racking videos I've ever seen.

[@MaxJacks]

It’s crazy to see this compaired to northern today, glad he continued to make content

[@monnishp]

That was fricking epic.

[@damiratan2397]

Omg he did it

[@SelloutSnake]

As I watch this I can't help but to think "This guy sucks at this game" but at the time I'm watching this, he's probably way better at it than me.

[@YourFreindKnees]

He does runs now where he gets nearly 1,000,000 gold haha

[@DefaultierYT]

Reactions to getting the shortcut: Northernlion: Thank you Mike for the inspiration Foxman: SUCK IT NORTHERNLION

[@VeraDragon]

Ahhhhhh I was so relieved and happy when he Finnally got that key to the end

[@AllieMoonSailor]

And you did it and for the first time it's fun to watch you play. Thank you fox for sharing your wisdom

[@Nofxthepirate]

after struggling a ton with spelunky over the last day or so to even unlock the jungle shortcut, this video inspired me and somehow in about an hour i managed to completely unlock both the ice caves and temple shortcuts.

[@omegarob90]

I actually clapped when you unlocked the shortcut. I have gotten from the begining to that boss in one run several times on the original(I don't have a 360) and that run was not only impressive for you, it was straight up impressive, especially that spider kill, that was either genius or lucky, either way, bravo!

[@jamesmason6720]

After watching the first 16 videos over the past week or two, this feels like glorious vindication as a viewer too.

[@TheCard365]

Me too. It's amazing how similar sports and video games are in terms of commentary.

[@silvergreylion]

NL makes it almost all the way with the key, then the last exit before tunnel man is surrounded by mines and yetis. Having watched this episode, it's really hard to believe the game doesn't have a troll engine.

[@garethmagis]

oh my god dude, i can't believe how good you got in the space of no time at all.

[@HighLanderPonyYT]

I'm proud of my favourite let's player. Hats off, man. (Using ropes to get out of the deep holes might have given you an easier time.)

[@treasurechester9k]

Oh man, I don't know whether to feel relieved or frustrated. Such is the NL magic.

[@Scubadog_]

This episode really got my adrenaline pumping.

[@ToasteeCrunch]

Northernlion you are hilarious and unique, but you also have the most relevant commentary in terms of gameplay. I can imagine you being like a sports commentator or something

[@limepie20]

I am jealous at how much you've improved.

[@Alexandersync]

That was beautiful Northernlion. Really great episode!

[@3icemonkey]

"I'm worried he's on the verge of death" *throws him at a wall*

[@envisioner007]

great run NL an you were right with that spider too. didn't think you would get past it

[@MercMercury]

Oh god watching this was so cathartic after seeing the previous 16 episodes of you failing. Foxman, we thank you. And I guess NL should be thanked too. I guess.

[@LordCard]

I felt so proud and happy for him when he made it! Awesome! Right after fox did it lol. Nice.

[@Linkfan001]

I am seriously impressed NL figured out how to beat Olmec by himself... Now that you dont need the key, at every avalible oppritunity, open the locked chest, and try to get $50000. In the jungle, the eye should begin to glow, it happened when you played with Mfox. Begin bombing the area where the eye glows and Viola, you found the black market. And $50k will let you get the single most helpful item in spelunky, even better than the jetpack or cape if you keep up this playstyle.

[@StormKidification]

Thank you Michael you are our savior!

[@school838]

ya boy is seriously impressed beating almost all the levels in one run props bro... you got my gamer respect lol

[@PenguinOnDopee]

Found this guy through a Northerlion spelunky video. You guys sound similiar but your play is so much better ;3

[@carterrezac4112]

I like to play Spelunky while watching Northernlion's playthrough. I got the temple shortcut THE SECOND he got it. NORTHERNLION IS A PSYCHIC.

[@MasterOfManyMuffins]

Fuck yeah! Michael Fox showing the padawan the way of Spelunky. You have done well young one

[@TheresScienceToDo]

I feel like a proud parent watching Northernlion pwn Spelunky. I never thought I'd say this, but it looks like Northernlion could teach me a lesson or two. I'm going to try out a more methodical system as well :D

[@PhillieBMusic]

money-12700 keys- 1 lives- 5 forgeting the dog at the end of the round... priceless.!

[@broceollomon]

Yep, the hedjet brightens dark levels and stops the ghost from showing up. I think Kali can still summon it if you piss her off though. And you are right about the scepter.

[@joek0620]

That gold square at 19:10 on level 4-2 is the entrance to the City of Gold.

[@elenaruh2144]

confidence and patience was all he needed

[@oamLHeadBangerLmao]

It is the guy, he is good luck. Got him today, first run with him was the first time I ever got to the temple.

[@blakeoft]

nice job on getting that key! youre doing much better now!

[@itchylol742]

i was pleasantly surprised by this episode

[@broceollomon]

It is the ankh. It revives you one time then breaks. Having it is the only way you can get the hedjet, which in combination with the scepter allows you to enter the city of gold.

[@TonyTheTGR]

Now, that first shopkeeper with the shotgun and the bombs? That's a pretty salvagable lode, which I actually would've risked killing him for. But considering the sticky spot with the giant spider you got in shortly after, and the fact that you made it all the way to Olmec shows there's no faulting you here!! Congrats on the major progress you've worked SO LONG to get!!

[@globox123456789]

Can't wait for the next part! You're a Pro now!

[@mr.waffles8739]

Anyone else coming back and rewatching all of these because of the golden goblet series?

[@mecha232]

wow great improvement. I guess Micheak's advise rang true. Great job with that key! :D

[@dRevan64]

aww mikefox+northernlion was an awesome combo too

[@Sobergrey]

Ryan, you can pick up and throw the orange bomb frogs before they go off to use them as a makeshift bomb. It's really useful just for preventing them from blowing up something you need.

[@CaptainShmiggles]

I'm glad you actually figured out how to take out Olmec, if only it was sooner... Great run! Spoiler though: He's not the last boss. Put it this way: He's Sheol. You CAN go to a Cathedral and Chest, only after though, and I'll let you figure out how. ;)

[@na1Leatsfood]

You did an awesome job in this video! Congrats man :)

[@MitchieDBBC]

There can only be one master of Spelunky!

[@OZZYRULES200]

NL- I got the key all the way to the Ice Caves! It felt great to finally be done with that and now the game seems a little easier.

[@Zebo12345678]

Dude! I already saw the video, and nice comment, but unsuspecting people who are waiting for an ad to be over may see the spoilers!

[@papesor]

Best episode evar.

[@Nothingtothetable]

Congrats on opening the shortcut!

[@hoven0]

Awesome episode!

[@dranyth]

Holy shit, epic run Ryan, grats! Just for future info, the ghost spawns after spending 2:30 in a level. I'm not sure if it spawns on the left or right side that's closest to you or if it involves the exit being between you and him or what exactly.

[@shinyless]

Great episode! congrats :)

[@NorthernBro]

You were going butt-fucking no where with the boss (until the end), but alas, congrats on the best spelunky video yet.

[@MrGhillesuit]

*tear drips*... they grow up so fast.

[@AlexanderAndreassen123]

Teddy Bear Man is my favorite Spelunky character! And he does kind of resemble NL

[@vordrax1014]

Some fantastic play, good video.

[@michaelalfox]

It's fine. My head can grow back.

[@michaelalfox]

I stole all the coins from his couch when he wasn't looking. Looks like I'm the real winner today.

[@InformalTuxedo]

AAAAAH!!! HIDDEN TEMPLE! LOLOLOL SO MANY MEMORIES! THANKS NL

[@agathor350]

its still fun to watch

[@XtelLenova]

Best Episode

[@Crafty420]

Belated congratulations!!!

[@NJCoopdog]

I LOVE YOU NL!

[@Hybban]

Impressive run mate! Great job.

[@Team_Orchid]

I just realized how similar that ghost is to the wind in Pokemon Mystery Dungeon games. They both boot you out after awhile.

[@finjere123]

omg this video was amazing keep doing these vids NL

[@Dxpress_]

you're right I really should start watching that

[@VidarUlv]

I did it on my first attempt yesterday too. Was nerve wracking but loads of fun!

[@CursedNobleman]

Wow! Suddenly improved competence!

[@Haiphong778]

For once I am shrieking with joy, instead of rage!!! :D Yaaay NorthernLion! Thanks Michaelalfox!!!

[@niconeitorrr]

I cant believe this... congratulations NL im so proud of you ;_;

[@KittyPittyMeowmeow]

Thumbs up if you had a breathe of relief when NL finally got the key to the temple!

[@soupbadger]

Good show, guy. That was quite an exciting affair.

[@gta4life112]

THANK YOU MICHEALALFOX!

[@Dxpress_]

Hate 30 second ads that you can't skip? Try this: 1. Right click 2. Press 'stop download' 3. Enjoy the video!

[@DrSpoon99]

Thank you for what you did to NL...

[@UsaSatsui]

You finally figured out the true secret of this game - you have plenty of time. You don't need to rush. 2 minutes 30 seconds is an eternity.

[@Erothaur]

Olmec is probably a reference to bowser in super mario bros 3 who you have to kill in exactly the same way. Also i noticed when you were hanging off him with the gloves you were fairly safe but he still broke block, so i think the gloves are probably really useful for that fight.

[@googolplexbyte]

That was spectacular.

[@TheHalofan5]

Thank you mike

[@YoshiiSkye]

Well Done! Though I was cringing on possible deaths all the way through I had hopes for your success :)

[@SubstanceTheGamer]

In the long run it saves time as you wouldn't have to do that on every video. It's the most convenient and efficient way of getting rid of ads.

[@rdajdlh777]

There was like a million times during this episode where i KNEW he was fucked, but he somehow succeeded! Great job Northernlion!

[@DrTran36]

Good stuff. Entertaining to watch.

[@kronosDking]

Finnaly! I LOVE YOU NL!

[@Kryssy128]

Northen I swear I have a heart attack...every time you get near spikes.

[@360DOGGYZ7]

Olmec donald had a farm...

[@jmmp112]

good run ryan, very good indeed

[@FabzLovzMuzic]

Ryan when you get to the final boss you got to get the boss to the lava,when its close to the end your suppose to jump on top of him.

[@FioFiorello]

Hey, NL, as far as I know, damsels/dogs don't take fall damage, damage from the whip, or damage from enemies. (That's the way it was in the PC version, at the very least.) I imagine those properties transition to the XBLA version.

[@joek0620]

A good strategy for no shortcut runs. Try to get to the Black Market with a lot of money. Don't need to buy the Ankh unless going for the City of Gold. Buy all the supplies you need at the Black Market.

[@newgunz2008]

Haha, I know! I did refresh it like 3 times, figured it was a glitch or something, but when I clicked on the video through the homepage of KZbin it finally showed all the comments and ratings :)

[@TheDistricter]

wow, spelunky with friends helped you A LOT :D

[@AlexanderHarris]

Way to go, Northernlion!

[@Shasarazad]

Heeeey you call him Monty! That makes me happy xD

[@stevenballbreaker1055]

when he mentions locust i always think about Gears Of War... good times

[@AxeLNoTe]

You know its just Michael playing while Ryan is commenting.