Can I Beat Pokemon Emerald with ONLY Gastly? 🔴 Pokemon Challenges ► NO ITEMS IN BATTLE (2024)

More info regarding the outro: It's not POTS. I really wish I remembered to actually say that in the outro, because I know with no doubt in my mind that dozens of people will message me to say it's POTS. I know that because I've already had dozens of people tweet me that it's POTS over the last month. I had the same thing happen 2 years ago when I had another medical problem that was also nothing like POTS. My symptoms are almost totally unrelated to POTS, there is nearly no overlap.

I love how MDB went from refusing to even use speed up in his runs to hacking in rare candies to save time on not doing the lottery, and I mean this in the best way possible

Crazy how long of an outro we get when MDB doesn't need to go eat lunch.

I like the idea of free access to casino coins. These aren’t hyper competitive, timed runs, so it lets people who maybe want to do those kind of insane runs know if the TM is even worth their time.

Once again, press F to pay respects to the true hero of this run... the Magikarp.

I wish you a quick recovery. Your videos come out at 10 pm here in germany at saturday and I watch each Pokemon video. You're an important part of hte Pokemon community here on TH-cam and Im grateful for your content

Gastly not being in the Hoenn Dex did feel somewhat weird, but it was definitely warranted to give the new ghosts (especially Duskull and Shuppet more than Sableye) the proper spotlight without what came before in its way, having more than doubled the total Ghost species

The doctor you get makes such a big difference. I was hospitalized with pancreatitis earlier this year. I went from the best doctor duo who explained everything in detail and answered all my silly little questions to this doctor who told me to stop crying because men don't cry. Like. My splean was crushing my lungs. I couldn't breath and standing up made the heart monitor think I was having a heart attack. I think I can cry you degree bearing loser. Hope you keep getting the good ones man. Good luck with your medical journey.

On our way there, I took the acetaminophen. I knew that if I didn't say what I took, you'd all ask. Actually, now that I think about it, everyone ask anyway. Comments are good for the TH-cam algorithm.
Thank you for letting us know what's going on. I hope you're feeling better since you did the voiceover last week.

i allow the whole "cheat in rare candies just to sell them for coins" because i think that's extremely funny

I can confirm for MDB that in emerald, Brawl literally only has fighting moves for damage, so any ghosts can solo the gym. Including the sableye you can find right next to his gym. In ruby and sapphire Brawly has ONE move that can hit ghosts. Knock off. The 20 base power special move on makuhita which has base 20 special attack. Which is neutral vs sableye for the record.

Thank you for saying "f*ck it" to the slots. I would've done the same thing

Challenge Request:
4 years ago you did one of your hardest challenges, a Bellsprout named Oddish in FRLG, why not ante up the challenge to "Can I beat Pokemon BW2 with ONLY Bellsprout?" I think it would be a fun one to watch but can't imagine how hard it will actually be since Bellsprout is weak or resisted to 6 of the 8 gyms.
But really, I wish the best recovery MBD, hopefully your doctors can figure out whats wrong despite being one of the healthiest people I know with your habits. Don't push yourself too hard and we're all here rooting for you to get better. I know you have to put out videos because the bills don't pay themselves but a lot of us are always willing to head over to the tip jar that is patreon for ya.

On our way through, I took the Root Fossil. I knew if I didn’t say what I took, you’d all ask. Actually, now that I think about it, everyone asks anyway. Comments are good for the TH-cam algorithm.

Dam mdb at the end saying he misses lets playing and streaming and talking to us got me sad now. We miss you too mdb but no matter how long it takes for you to be able to do it we are still going to be hear to joke around and have fun with you. Hope you get better soon 💖💖💖

10:21 I feel so called out 😂😂😂

One day please, I BEG YOU, have Wattageek throw in a "that's my other name"
Hearing you say "what a weird fight" followed by resounding silence took 10 years off my life

I am not a doctor, but when I heard how much water you're drinking daily, my first thought was, "Is he overhydrating?" Obviously listen to your doctors and not some random nobody on the internet, but take care, and here's hoping to quick diagnosis and a quicker recovery.

"Can I beat the pokemon slot machines" The answer is no, they will come back in multiple challenges, there is no escape

I'm so sorry you're going through those medical issues. I just wanted to say I often use your videos to fall asleep (because your voice is soothing and because I can picture Pokemon games front to back with my eyes closed), and I've really appreciated your content. I hope you miraculously get better or they get to the root cause of your issue soon.

Looking forward to this !!! Shiny Hunting In Pokémon Leaf Green Needs Some Entertainment Alongside it !!! But I love long repetitive tasks anyways !!!

Damn my twitter notifications where actually punctual once

The fact that shadow ball drops special defense despite ghost being a physical type despite almost all early ghost types being special attackers is just peak gamefreak

For a suggestion of challenge : Pokemon Black2 or White2 with only one Maractus ! 🌵

30 minutes of outro is wild, but I love it.

I am so sorry to hear about your health problems... Fingers crossed you find out what's causing it and are able to get treatment!! Thank you for working so hard in spite of it all.

idk why, but i was more into the post episode commentary than the challenge itself. maybe you need a podcast

No idea if anyone disagrees, but I think that if something can be grinded for - such as coins via Voltorb Flip, money/items via trainer rematches, or the like - that it's fine to just add in the thing that you would be grinding for.

Hey guys, he took the root fossil, in case that anybody would ask. Actually, ask anyway, comments are good for the youtube algorithm.

"Why did the 7 Days to Die launcher just Pop up on my screen" IT CALLS FOR YOU. The zombie hoards call for you

Spooky.
I'll skip my usual request given that there's medical stuff going on. Good luck!

Sympathies from the states.
I've discovered a way to develop epilepsy in my "early middle age" era. I've seen several doctors, done hours of testing, nearly fractured my orbital socket, got four staples in the back of my head, nearly crashed my car, and spent the last week in bed. There's no diagnosis, and no theories.
This week specifically I've had extreme G.I. issues myself! I have a uhh... "take home bag" from the hospital they're expecting back sometime tomorrow.

As someone going through my own health issues currently (and for over a year now without a clear diagnosis), I get similar comments about not working while you're not well, and I get how unrealistic it is to just say "take time off and rest". Bills don't just go away. So I'll simply say that I hope you can figure out what's going on soon, and that your symptoms remain mild enough until then that you can do the things you enjoy doing. Love your videos and wishing the best for you.

I always knew abra had incredible stats for a first stage pokemon that weak, but for some reason I never thought gastly did too? Neat.
Levitate is a brilliant ability and base 80 speed and 100 sp atk is insane.
Great run as always, it seems like your health has been super volatile for a while now - hope things get better man you deserve it

Hey MDB! Gotta say, your videos are a great source of stress relief for me, as I am going through a tropical storm and several brownouts at the moment.
Thanks for uploading, and here’s to more challenge runs in the future!

that moment when you are watching your weekly challenge video and you get called out for using the challenge playlist as a sleep aid.

That's a sign!!! Me commenting In all the videos about how much I miss 7 days to day 😂😂 hope your feeling better soon man can't wait!

MDB just calling me out as I am relaxing in my recliner listening to this video trying to take a nap....

Not sure if you'll even see this considering it's been a bit since the video went public, but I thought of something I really want to write down for the hypothetical MDB that might see it.
It may or may not be because it's 3 am and my mind is doing weird things (3 am woo), but the outro really hit hard for me, especially the parts near the end. Without getting too much into it, you are legitimately so strong. Like mentally or force of will or whatever you'd call it - that kind of strong. By the end, you're pretty much narrating about how the things you wanted to do just couldn't happen like that and that there are some minor contingency plans in place, and then it just hit me that what you're describing could be mentally destroying to most people. Like I have some everyday minor pain that I guess is chronic, and you're out here taking worse and not letting it bog you down. Uhhhh yeah, I don't have anywhere else to take this, you're just genuinely one of the most optimistic and strong youtubers (really media personality in general) I've ever had the pleasure of watching for at least 4 years (yeah I didn't have a youtube account then). It's really admirable.

30 minute outro is wild 😂

I don’t fall asleep to this playlist, but I do watch you a lot. Started with the challenges, now most things you do. I read your tweets in your voice in my head. I have no idea if you’ve ever lost that rival fight lol

Thank you for that passionate speech at the end. I’ve followed your channel for a couple years now and you honestly sound like the strongest human being I know. I just want to say that I really appreciate all that you do and I want you to get better so you can enjoy the things you like again.

Hope you feel better soon MDB! Thanks for the challenge, had a crappy week so this has drastically improved my day.

I love watching your videos, they are brilliant and you clearly put in a load of effort and I know Im going to watch them even more in the future. That can only happen though if you put yourself first and are selfish. Sort yourself out, take whatever time you need. Don't ever work yourself into the ground, nothing is worth it. We all need more Bread and if that means you rest up, then we'll all be behind you. Get yourself sorted, and when you're back on top form we'll all be here waiting for your next challenge. Much love dude 😊

Man, I hope you’ll get better soon! Thanks for the fun time you manage to give us no matter the odds!

I hope you get better soon because I love watching you soooo much! I wish you well in these next few months! ❤

haven't gotten through the vid yet but thank you for all the entertainment you have provided over the years, I wish all the best for you!

I am one of the ones going to sleep to these playlists. Very soothing 😊

Your videos and witty moments are helping me so much through this rough time in my life. Thank you MDB, most underrated TH-camr there is❤

Wish you all the best with your recovery, this show is one of the only things I watch on TH-cam (outside of course related content) at this point.

Ok. I love ur videos and I always watch you but I also use your videos to fall asleep lol. U just have a soothing voice! Keep up the great work

Easily one of my favorite content creators. I wish you a speedy recover my man.

I never expected to hear MDB throw shade on boogie like he did. That sh*t was HILARIOUS! MDB my dude, I hope everything is resolved positively soon with your health. You're a great dude, and it sucks that you've got this pain you have to endure.

I love how radically different MDBs health updates are to that particular TH-camr who faked cancer. That guy would constantly try to farm sympathy for his "condition" and use it to justify everything bad that he did. He would bring it up all the time as well.
MDB meanwhile talks about these horrible things with a cheery tone and a laugh, he brings it up not for sympathy or money but because his audience genuinely cares. You are one of the most genuine people on TH-cam and that is why we love you MDB. It's like what Robert Meier Bernette says "authenticity will be currency of the internet", and you are the most authentic people here.
We love you and get well soon.

I'm not knowledgeable when it's about health issues but as someone who also has to work extra most of the time, hope you get better soon! Whenever possible, please take it easy a bit more to let yourself recover. Also, the part with your cats is relatable to me too lol

Man, you really know how to subvert expectations. I thought I knew how this would turn out, but there you squashing my predictions. Considering all the other gen 3 runs I've watched, and the emerald ones especially, I'm pretty sure everyone expected you to go the other route but in the end, you really picked the root fossil, a move I never saw coming.

Hope you keep getting better dude!

Love the video! I was thinking that doing a Pokémon challenge in Pokemon Platinum with all three Wormadam Forms could be interesting

You lost a battle to my boy, Ludicolo! Hell yeah. Ludicolo is my favorite pokemon and it never gets any love.

Thoughts and prayers for your recovery, just insane what youve gone through from the past month

Thank you for all the work for the videos

Great job on the Steven fight, MDB! I really hope you feel better soon.

I'm pretty sure you haven't lost to may ever except under cycling road and yes I do read the tweets in mdb voice along with all of the rivals lines from platinum lol....
Anyway can ya do a heracross only run?

You got this, mdb!

Confirmed sleep watcher here. Happy to give you the views

Best wishes, mang. Get well soon!

15:14 I don't know why, but this made me chuckle more than a little

Poor MDB, they're always something wrong with your health, and you're so young!

Health scares like that and hospital stays really do suck, I've had a few in the last months too and not knowing what's going on is scary. I hope you have a good and speedy recovery!

Wishing you all the best MDB I really hope you get a proper diagnosis and find a way to stomp this ailment.

With all your medical issues you are an inspiration for working to be well and accomplish things!
You are amazing! I wish everything will be well and hope you find what is wrong currently and feel better

Dang dude I hope you start feeling better soon ❤

Joined ya in the wisdom tooth removal gang as of last week. One cracked on a chicken bone x.x

We love you MDB just be easy on yourself

thanks so much, you really helped calm my nerves when i had to get teeth pulled recently, also that's one rough challenge, gastly should get level up shadow ball and ghost should've been special

The little puff ball that could. I’m looking forward to the next one too, I’m curious how Trubbish will do I like the little guy.

I am once again asking you to take the fossil opposite the one you say you took. Just to see who notices.
Yes, I know he took the Dome fossil on a fossils only run when he started with Omanyte. But that is not what I mean. I mean I want to hear "I took the Root fossil" while seeing the Claw fossil being taken. Or hearing "I took the Helix fossil" while seeing the Dome fossil being taken.
And to those who say that this has happened before - when? Show me! I've looked and looked and have not seen it.

The weird thing is FireRed/LeafGreen actually predate Emerald's release, so the fact that Emerald went back to Ruby/Sapphire's shallower movepools for gen 1 Pokémon is sad lol

Hoping you recover, MDB!!! Wild to see how Gastly bosses its way through Hoenn. That beastly Meowth almost ended the run early. I didn’t even know there was a Meowth there….

Thanks for the update! I only got part of it from the latest Raft episode. I appreciate updates for non-twitter (X? Lol) folks like me

What fossil did you end up taking this time MDB ? I love that question. I wonder how long it’s been since you started asking it?

Saw the run time and thought to myself "Wow this is either a crazy run or the outro is going to be a health related vlog."

Your recent experience sounds similar to my own! I wish you the best of luck, and to find the ones with personal-professional interest. ❤

Another great video, you should do a riolu run

I think an interesting challenge would be Charmander-Charizard in Emerald Version. Another interesting challenge would be Duskull-Dusclops in Fire Red or Leaf Green.

Whoo! The little Gastly that could!

Mdb you’re a homie and we love you

My blessings and prayers go with you, MDB!!! I was born with a brain tumor, so I know what it’s like to get to know the ER on a first name basis!

Commenting for the algorithm, but also to wish you all the best in your medical endeavors. Fingers crossed that the doctors can get you on the road to recovery as soon as possible. Being sick is never fun even when its mild so I can't even imagine what you're going through. Big hugs. Regarding the challenge suggestion, since Drowzee is your favorite pokemon, why not take it through another solo run? No specific game. Dealer's choice.

i was abt to be like "oh i was SO wrong abt this run it's so much longer than i thought" and then half the video wasnt even the run LMAO (i hope you're doing well mdb)

Fun fact, Fire Red actually released earlier than Emerald. I don't know why people seemingly don't remember this.
A good number of Kanto and Johto Pokemon got their lv up movelist revamped in the Kanto remakes, but for whatever reasons they just reused all the Ruby/Sapphire movelist in Emerald rather than using the updated movelist from the Kanto remakes.

Nice challenge run, but god damn! This is the longest of all of these videos you posted, being almost 56 and a half minutes long!

I hope you'll get better soon MdB.
Take care, and take some time off uf you need to.

An hour of MDB… I’m in!

Hearing you talk about how you finally had time to hang out and record with friends, and then all this happens, makes my heart hurt for you. I hope you get back to baseline soon!

Before watching the video, I've been keeping track of your Twitter posts, and I hope you're staying safe and recovering well MDB.
Secondly... I almost had a mini-heart attack seeing the video duration, just passed another college semester and could use something to watch.

As a fellow southwestern ontario resident (from windsor) with a medical mystery, I feel your pain MDB! It is rough and hard to get seen and not just passed off again and again. Hope they can figure this out soon.

Ooof hope you can get better and get this problem diagnosed!!

I hope you feel better and digure it all out soon. In the mean time, maybe a Numel only run in emerald

Trubbish is Geting more Love Finaly