I Have A 4% Chance To Beat This Boss (#20)

[@rathgames]

I hope you enjoyed :'^) Intro by bsky.app/profile/hingybingy.bsky.social :0

[@LufiaSinistral]

OKay.. just one minute in and I have to say.. that intro was absolutely amazing! Hingy did a great job giving that feeling of awe for how far we have come already. Thank you

[@hingy_bingy]

oh hey it's me!

[@rathgames]

@hingy_bingy LETS GOOO

[@MrWolschmi]

this intro is crazy good =) enjoyed the video!

[@Ginshuto]

Holy shit the animated intro was fucking amazing

[@rathgames]

Im glad you liked it :'^}

[@eldon498]

pretty amazing

[@Ringdald]

seriously, the quality of these videos keeps going up and it’s awesome

[@stallionsLP]

Remember when I said "imagine if he beats Susano, but a dungeon boss no one thinks about usually soon after is the true roadblock that might end the run" basically? I DIDN'T MEAN FOR IT TO ACTUALLY BECOME TRUE.

[@Scorchlette]

APOLLO'S DODGEBALL

[@Scoonga_Doonga]

"I'm coming over at 3pm, you better not be an unusually difficult to defeat mid-dungeon magitek boss when I get there" My ceruleum powered ass at 2:59pm:

[@ProfessM]

The tank fight puts me in mind of a quote from one of the best authors. "Scientists have calculated that the chances of something so patently absurd actually existing are millions to one. But magicians have calculated that million-to-one chances crop up nine times out of ten." Also wow what an intro.

[@cosaur7175]

5:46 Dancers have a 50/50 chance to instantly die during a perfect opener. As a dancer main, I approve

[@GearyDigit]

We love coin flips! We love coin flips!

[@cosaur7175]

@@GearyDigit Weirdly enough it's not any of it's procs that'd kill you in the opener (though in subsequent burst windows you'd run into issues if you get unlucky) but overcapping espirit

[@Vernafveik]

I love this series because it shows off things you’d never experience or think about otherwise You end up brute forcing your way through so many mechanics on a normal play through seeing them is genuinely a great experience

[@rathgames]

Thaaank you Im glad you like it :'^)

[@wadeleonhart]

"Unregistered Hypercam 2" got a good chuckle out of me

[@rathgames]

@@wadeleonhart :'^) it unfortunately pops up quite a bit

[@helionus8539]

The animatic at the beginning is the silent masterpiece. Whoever did this deserve every last cookie in the world. I'm in awe.

[@rathgames]

Im glad you like it :'^)

[@SirVyre]

Rath being now traumatized by Magitek Bosses. The Ghimlyt Dark waiting for him at the end of Stormblood :^) Pagl'than mid boss waiting for him like [T] The Werlyt Weapons questline being entirely optional (b;_;)b

[@rathgames]

Pleeeeeeeeeease

[@Mesarthim]

You got some massive summoner balls to pull a sasquatch in gloom without steel lol.

[@rathgames]

I actually lack brain wrinkles and didn't even notice steel went down ;;;;;;;

[@MasacoMike]

Great video! Love that new intro, shows how much Solo's been through and very excited for what's to come. 27:40 Miku jumpscare

[@rathgames]

Miku jumpscare beam

[@MaelraJade]

I am amused at the Wondrous tails crushing your hopes and the Skyrim horsing up the mountain! Wonderful episode and an amazing intro.

[@rathgames]

Skyrim horsing will never leave us

[@AkaAkoVT]

@@rathgames That's actually how I first got up there, lol. I had no idea it was used for the Namazu until later

[@lc2131]

Pretty sure Solo is just the canonical warrior of light at this point.

[@Niko-TBH]

the intro was so well-made wth

[@rathgames]

Isn't it amazing :'^}? It came out so good

[@leilaliebel8767]

Oh Bardam. Determined to collect the entire collection of weapons, I ran that dungeon about, 20 times in a row over the course of a day and managed to complete the whole set. I could probably do Mechanics the Boss Fight with my eyes closed at this point. As usual, your storytelling and editing are truly excellent, milord. You'll be on the moon before you know it.

[@Scorchlette]

THE FOUR PERCENT BOSS FIGHT Who knew that some random ass mid-boss in Stormblood's best dungeon would be the next wall?

[@rathgames]

As per usual, honestly.

[@Scorchlette]

yeah this does happen a lot

[@voidhunter2800]

And now we await Rath's victory over bossom

[@blanca-borb]

@@voidhunter2800 Nay, though Rath is strong, no one person can resist the irresistible pull of booba, and all shall rest within the titty. (I wish solo only luck, I'm eager to see how far he can get.)

[@rathgames]

One day

[@KingKiller221]

The fact that you have been buffing me up this entire series is the reason why I keep taking you further beyond. Nothing shall stop us from reaching Endwalker!

[@rathgames]

We shall continue on forever. Bill will live forever.

[@KingKiller221]

@@rathgames I won't let you down 😤 when we make it to the end, just remember to chant... "One. More. Boss." And I'll be there to see you through.

[@punninglinguist]

awesome series, I'm really enjoying it. can't wait to see what's next! I only started playing FFXIV a couple months ago myself and it's been really interesting to watch these videos and see how you managed to solo each part of the game as it's still fresh in my mind from my first playthrough. but this is the first video where I've been far enough into the MSQ to watch when it's released and it's cool to be caught up and watching these alongside everyone else, too (though I am still playing on the free trial so I'll probably end up temporarily falling behind again after Stormblood but I'll be excitedly following this challenge until then!)

[@rathgames]

Im glad youre enjoying it :'^) I hope your journey has been good and worthwhile

[@lyssalittlebear]

Fantastic video, milord! The new opener is absolutely fantastic!

[@rathgames]

Thank you! :'^}

[@paz8723]

WE GO (grind the same boss for dozens of hours) ALONE

[@gravitycat6862]

WOO! My friend made this intro! She did a fantastic job!

[@rathgames]

Hingy Bingy the hero

[@hexgetrekt]

hingy bingy, my beloved, she fucking killed this intro 😤

[@rathgames]

@hexgetrekt you bet she did :'^}

[@AlicenRowdy]

These videos got me through long, long flights back and forth across the country. Your detailed narration and quirky commentary are a joy to experience. Thanks for this series!

[@rathgames]

I hope the flights were at least slightly comfy

[@TheMongral]

Gotta give Garleans credit for one thing, Magitek always seems to be a surprisingly effective threat. At least for a hero like Solo. But Magitek is still merely an obstacle! No machine shall stop Solo on his quest to the end!

[@rathgames]

They are a much more formidable enemy for Solo.

[@zithl]

That intro is absolutely sick! I'd love to see it evolve with every hurdle you complete as the series continues.

[@rathgames]

Thank you :'^) We shall see. I may get it updated later down the line

[@ichi_san]

Cool episode. The intro at the beginning was absolutely superb!

[@Flight_Of_The_Spoon]

Dude, you literally the only one out here, who making me watching full vids without skipping a bit. Thank you for your hard work!

[@rathgames]

Thank you that's very kind :'^}

[@jedimasterpickle3]

Haven't been able to catch your streams lately due to work so it's great to see another Solo video up on YT. *LOVED* the new opening animation, and it was really satisfying seeing you finally beat that Magitek. I was in and out during attempts, but sadly missed it when you actually beat it. Lakshmi attempts were the last streams I caught, so looking forward to seeing the results of that!

[@rathgames]

Fingers crossed she goes well soon :'^)

[@mossypine]

That animated intro is hands down the coolest thing I have ever seen!!!!! 😤♥

[@archfeythorn3344]

That intro was so good. Wishing you luck with Lakshmi and that no further magitek gives you trouble in this solo journey

[@BartenderMog]

This fight proves why you don't get so lucky with the Wondrous Tales, you use it all on the impossible odds to defeat bosses. Great job!

[@RoxiieReadsLore]

my comfort series, watching this with a hot cup of coffee while waiting for work to come in. Ty rath, happy holidays

[@rathgames]

Happy Holidays:'^} its an honor

[@thomass.7899]

The Necromancer dream wouldn't have happened anyway, unfortunately, seeing as 3:30 it said that your SMN didn't start from floor 1. Thus making it non-eligible for the Necromancer achievement.. A mistake I also learned the hard way. That intro was art!

[@rathgames]

Yeah huh I didnt realize either. Kinda crazy how easily we forget.

[@DrowningInDoggos]

great vid rath! i always love to see how you turn the streams into the videos

[@rathgames]

Thank you Doggo :'^}

[@derginadaydream]

"Doma Castle is challenging, especially for healers" Me who had fun with the tank wall to walling it during my first time:

[@omicrex8527]

I go through a cycle of "Let's do all the things and finish an entire expansion in under a month! Only to then feel burnout and not play for a month." Now I feel like I have to stay ahead of Solo Only in order to not have fights spoiled for me!!!! (Honestly though, thank you. I needed the push)

[@lostglaceon9274]

I FORGOT TO SUBSCRIBE LAST TIME I WATCHED! DOING MY PART!! Real talk... this has been one of the most intensely engaging series to watch. A deep understanding of every possible mechanic, endlessly difficult but achievable goals all across the horizon... You are indeed the Lone Hero. c:

[@dolphiniz2995]

Love how the first thing you do after torturing yourself with palace is to go right back in

[@liontamer4132]

oh my gosh the intro?? i'm floored??? he looks SO GOOD!!!! SOLO SWAGGIN

[@TaranTatsuuchi]

Beautiful intro. Compliments to the artists.

[@aftertone3146]

that intro is seriously amazing and i hope it can be updated for each major boss that presents a

[@rathgames]

@@aftertone3146 thank you :'^} maybe every once in a while

[@Viridigitus-y6c]

Absolutely superb new intro Mi'lord!

[@rathgames]

Thank you :'^)

[@dianauwu1312]

I'm starting to understand how Garlemald conquered so much with how brutal these magitek bosses are

[@silentclyde]

9:08 You'd think it'd soak in by now but no, I still can't believe he can do that twice.

[@MusicMcMania]

as my friend would say," skill is a crutch for people who cant get lucky" this fits this video more then ever

[@mooglebo0gles]

OUR GREEN BOY SOLO ONLY HAS GROWN SO MUCH... also the animated intro is so insanely good omg it has me so hyped

[@rathgames]

Thank you fortnite battlepass

[@SailorMusicCat]

Omg that intro!!!! That was amazing!!!

[@rathgames]

Im glad you enjoyed :'^)

[@SailorMusicCat]

Now imagining Ul'dah as a city in Utah

[@CassiusKent]

You're gonna have to rest your head on her bosom after she steps on you, repeatedly. Good luck soldier.

[@rathgames]

A very important step

[@EnrichedUranium]

A true canon FF14 series now, dying to one middle packs between the first and second bosses in Bardams.

[@Unyubaby]

When the Bozja raid music kicks in, the blood goes pumping.

[@arcanine_enjoyer]

It's going to be exciting how you deal with the EW and DT content. Though, I keep mixing up normal and high-end content because I keep thinking "but what about the healer stack markers and 8 towers" forgetting they are extreme trial mechs lol.

[@Nextad_]

Gravity damage is unaffected by mits. But not by shields. DRK has a skill called Darkest Night which allows for a shield worth 25% of your health at a cost of 3000 MP. If it breaks, you gain a free cast of your attack up skill. Update: I forgot it was a level 70 skill, but Living Dead is lvl 50, and it's a truly clutch skill, allowing me to clutch a lvl 78 dungeon solo after my team died to the last boss.

[@zirilan3398]

Battle doesn’t need a purpose; the battle is its own purpose. You don’t ask why a plague spreads or a field burns. Don’t ask why I fight. -Black Knight; MtG; 1993

[@supertired6412]

Surely there will be no other problematic magitek bosses.

[@rathgames]

Surely. Surely. (Please i beg)

[@cbanana665]

A little late but wondering if paladin would have been better for the magitek fight. Shortening the combo to Fast Blade -> Riot blade for mp and using clemency would have given a lot of on-demand healing rather than depending on cooldowns. Also, love your recap videos as you continually keep things informative and entertaining.

[@rathgames]

Warrior heals a lot more than paladin can. Raw intuition + Storms Path + shake it off healing over time + equilibrium + thrill of battle vs Clemency, plus, I have to stop dealing damage to cast clemency to heal. It could maybe, but in my opinion at least without testing it myself warrior would have the easier time

[@NordicDragon1337]

17:09 i went there 4am because there was a quest spot and I thought it was up there so I skyrim climbed it too😂

[@NinjaWeazel]

new intro is *sick* dude!

[@rathgames]

Thank you :'^}

[@sashaanne703]

No joke, my favorite series on KZbin. Wonderful content, m’lord!

[@rathgames]

Thank you that's very kind :'^)

[@TheYakiru]

Probalbility for defeating the Boss: 4% Solo Only: "So you say there is a chance?"

[@cgkase6210]

Much like our dear friend and enemy Zenos, I cant wait to follow you to the far edge of fate. Next stop: The First.

[@PaladinChase]

That intro was fire! 🔥🔥🔥

[@darksavior5055]

You made it to the same floor as me on PoTD! (Before i died brutally to a luring trap and getting dive bombed by birds twice.)

[@Alukar-fn1vx]

I cannot articulate how much I love this new opening! Truly amazing

[@rathgames]

Im very happy to have so many folks enjoying it :'^)

[@thelastgiant5576]

Commenting to boost the algorithm cause this series deserves it!

[@MintReina]

I was chomping at my bits for the next video and it's finally here :'0 Also what's the song playing at 9:35?

[@rathgames]

DQ11 expanding the map i thiiiink

[@LillianAredhel]

I too, suffered in Doma Castle, but it was levelling PLD and I was scared of doing matchmade content at the time so uh, word to the wise, Duty Support Doma Castle takes SO LONG. Get some snacks and prepare yourself if you do it for some reason.

[@agitsune6697]

The goat returns with more amazing content!

[@rathgames]

@@agitsune6697 thank you :'^)

[@limontree476]

I'm glad you didn't DIE DIE DIE to Grynewaht

[@rathgames]

Gryne WHAT

[@bluechromata6976]

Every time I see you talking about silver/gold certs, I am overcome with just…. how badly you were screwed by WTs after you got to level 100.

[@Lunaraia]

So we can clearly see that Gravity is indeed the greatest foe we can face, but remember Rath, Gravity always wins in the end...

[@rathgames]

Im glad someone got it

[@yeagercomics]

THAT NEW OPENING? AMAZING???

[@rathgames]

:'^) Im glad you liked it

[@reyden6937]

now waiting for your lakshmi clear, looking forward to that hell

[@Frostman411]

You've got a ton of blue quests for Hard dungeons based on how busy The Seventh Heaven still looks. If you wanna get more second chance points you could complete those dungeons easily.

[@rathgames]

Yeah we still have a good bit, but I still have to be mindful that I dont end up wasting anything

[@quantumhawk806]

KZbin not recommending me is a crime. Had to check your channel. Banger vid as always.

[@rathgames]

Thank you :'^)

[@tini5ty305]

I never knew the towers in bardam’s mettle scaled to accommodate undersized party, would have been a really dumb wall to be fully locked out by if you needed at least 2 players to not wipe to towers…

[@rathgames]

Funny enough it wouldn't matter even if it hadn't, since we would only get 1 stack of bardam's price, I would just need to make sure I didn't get a 2nd one

[@alienj101]

I was in the top .6% of Rath viewers this year and I think I've only commented like twice and spoke in chat about as many times! This challenge has been phenomenal to watch and holy HELL that intro is lovely. Keep going strong, Solo o7

[@rathgames]

Your support is incredibly appreciated:'^)

[@GamingFoodie]

THAT OPENING HOLY!!!!!!!! Home sick with covid day 3 of not being able to eat and yet you are feeding me well today thank you.

[@rathgames]

I hope you feel better soon :'^(

[@neocalamity3459]

Only just watched the Susano clear and ngl thought he was the 'wall'. Can't wait to see Hades or SoS!

[@zirilan3398]

SoS is easy, since you can just invul the LB4 but Hades jail could be tricky

[@neocalamity3459]

@zirilan3398 you need 8 ppl for lb in SoS Edit: disregard I misread but yes hades jail is worst

[@CyrenCelestia]

Holy intro, instant banger alert

[@rathgames]

Thank you :'^)

[@meemoo1407]

I'm not sure if you've tried this already, but when pushed for survivability in an enrageless fight, have you ever considered spamming the first 2 combo attacks of your tank jobs for more healing? I tend to do that with my gunbreaker to top myself up sometimes.

[@rathgames]

@@meemoo1407 warrior is actually a full 1-2-3 for the heal but I did do that in ARR on gunbreaker!

[@4mb127]

We shall see what happens with our own hands.

[@rathgames]

@@4mb127 yes :^)

[@Humpoog]

there are no more magitek bosses left right? ( he doesn't know)

[@rathgames]

Right?

[@b4food]

This is such a great journey.

[@lidlpotato2047]

Great Video again! I recently finished watching all your old ones so I was looking forward to it. I absolutely hate the way you pronounced Coeurl though!

[@rathgames]

@@lidlpotato2047 welcome to the anti-rath-pronunciation club

[@waxocelot9395]

Who did the animation for the beginning because that was smooth and really really nice :O

[@rathgames]

@hingybingy on twitter! Their bluesky is in the pinned comment too

[@BlueWomanEnjoyer]

YOU'VE GOT THIS RATHALOS GAMING!!! BANGER VIDEO AS ALWAYS. -🔵🙇‍♀❤

[@rathgames]

@@BlueWomanEnjoyer thaaaank you :'^}

[@AkaAkoVT]

So, I know the current endpoint is Endwalker... but part of me kind of wants to find out how much of Dawntrail can be soloed 0w0 I'm pretty sure at least the first trial can be, but some of the dungeons might be... tricky

[@rathgames]

If I go crazy we can have a bonus episode maybe

[@balladsfromthefloor]

Omg!!! that intro 😮 how do i get one of those!? amazinggggg

[@hingy_bingy]

Video is fantastic as always :)

[@rathgames]

Thank you :'^}

[@kyogre-blue]

Oh, I remember this guy from stream. I didn't understand the jokes, but then I heard his voicelines.... I also remember that lady, haha

[@Burred11]

18:45 It was the thought that counted... Evidently.

[@rathgames]

:'^}

[@mesoforte]

It's like all my namedays have come at once.

[@mbentley6]

I think you need the title "Bane of Magitek"

[@VellusTerennia]

YO THAT INTRO THOUGH?!

[@DilainMedia]

Love the new intro style

[@rathgames]

@@DilainMedia happy to hear it :'^}

[@SHSL-Ivalice]

Nymeia blessed you! After a while, but still.

[@rathgames]

Please

[@maplemabel]

idk if it was my earbuds or something with the video itself but the voiceovers had a pretty crackly effect to them... i thought it sounded cozy though

[@rathgames]

Ill have to look into it D: I hope it wasnt too bad

[@g97g]

What's the song at 31:40?

[@rathgames]

Dalriada final boss, Diabolos theme, from FFXIV

[@AkaAkoVT]

@@rathgames Ooh, I was wondering about that one too. Awesome!

[@NanoElite666]

I laughed way too hard at asking Cirina why she was crying at the end there. Am I a bad person? :P