I just want to say how much I appreciate the consistency of your content. When I click a Squidgy video, I know I'm getting about 30 minutes of high-energy entertainment.
I wanna like this twice, that last few minutes, you know when your favourite sports team is leading and you get so anxious towards the end, that's how I felt.
STAB return is really good especially with an attack boosting move like sharpen. Add in good Special attack and coverage and I can see the digital duck getting top spot on the leaderboard
Not to mention, Whitney's Badge. in gen 2, each badge gives 12.5% Bonus in damage to moves corresponding to the badge's type, so in this case, Whitney's badge boosting normal moves. Sharpen+10%Attack boost from badge 3+12.5% specific type bonus from badge 3, and that all begins to stack up FAST.
I started watching your videos on my honeymoon last October and I’ve watched all of them since then. Your channel will always remind me of the happiest times ever.
i want to say i love how much fun you have doing this always seem jolly im guna keep praying for a slowking playthrough you keep up the wonderful videos
Squidgy, I'm curious now, based on the mons that occupy the higher Escalons of the Top 10, STAB Return is reliable. So, I'm interested how Farfetch'd will go, it has poor stats compared to alot, I'm curious because it's the only Pokemon in Gen 2 that gets STAB Return and Swords Dance. (Lickitung only gets Swords Dance if you trade from Gen 1 after teaching it by TM)
I had to look that up, I didn't know either. Apparently what it does is change your type to a type that is resisted by or immune to the type of the last used move.
Agreed, being able to hit EVERYTHING super effectively while only taking 2x damage from fighting is very very strong. Literal only drawback is no super effective STAB, but return is ridiculous without being 2x effective, and hits nearly every type.
The Porygon line is my absolute favorite. I love that Porygon2 is the new champ! I am really curious though, I wonder how this run would be different if Porygon couldn’t evolve until it actually got the upgrade in Saffron?
Dang so unlucky with Gengar coming out third, had it came out fourth you would've been level 33 and Psybeam might've been a one shot on Gengar, but luckily you had that certain berry to wake up.
Just a question, I'm sure its been asked before. But whats the point of using sweet scent in a solo run? I've been trying to figure it out and I don't know what it would be useful for?
Hey, that's a very good question! I pick up Sweet Scent so I can battle against the occasional wild Pokémon in order to gain a level while still wearing a Repel - it only takes ~5 seconds to pick up and teach, so I don't mind taking the brief time loss!
Squidgy have you thought of doing the Eeveelutions? I think Espeon and Vaporeon would probably be the fastest of them with Jolteon coming in mid and Flareon and Umbreon bringing in the rear. That hurts to say since Flareon is my favorite Pokémon.
In hindsight, it wasn't the right play, but in the heat of the moment, I thought I could get away with getting a couple of hits in and saving a tiny bit of time.
Wouldn't Curse have been better than Sharpen? Also maybe getting boltbeam a little later so you can afford both, and removing the Amulet Coin for Karen.
I'm pretty sure Curse lowers speed, unlike Sharpen. Sure, the defense boost might be nice, but it'd only be helpful for Red's Snorlax, as all of Red's other Pokemon are predominantly special attackers.
I just want to say how much I appreciate the consistency of your content. When I click a Squidgy video, I know I'm getting about 30 minutes of high-energy entertainment.
You are far, far too kind! Thank you so much, you've made my day!
I'm second that. The streams are good fun too
you are really right! you really want to stay watching the videos
Honestly, not that Surprised. Porygon 2 has everything to work and the two things Kangaskhan lacked: A BOOSTING MOVE and special attacks.
I love the Porygon line, they’re so cute. In fact I have a really big Porygon plush that I love. Excited to watch this.
Im high af right now, but this is the best 'single pokemon speedrun' style of video I ever listened to
I absolutely adore the Porygon line. I would've named this little guy Quackers2, though!
I love the wholesome lore of this channel. Hm friends and threedrill honey.
It's fascinating that in jotho fire moves are so great ^^ nice run
I wanna like this twice, that last few minutes, you know when your favourite sports team is leading and you get so anxious towards the end, that's how I felt.
Me: watching squidgy
Wife: "it's been a year already!?"
😂😂 I had no idea she paid attention to my little hobbies
Sounds like you've got a good one there, that's awesome!
Loved the origami bird, such a surprising time! Enjoy your time on the podium Porygon2, excellent run as always!
STAB return is really good especially with an attack boosting move like sharpen. Add in good Special attack and coverage and I can see the digital duck getting top spot on the leaderboard
Not to mention, Whitney's Badge. in gen 2, each badge gives 12.5% Bonus in damage to moves corresponding to the badge's type, so in this case, Whitney's badge boosting normal moves. Sharpen+10%Attack boost from badge 3+12.5% specific type bonus from badge 3, and that all begins to stack up FAST.
What a run! I honestly didn’t expect Kangaskhan to get topped so soon! Well played as always, Squidgy!
D U C K
Congrats on closing in on a year, man! Been a great time watching you grow as a content creator!
Great run! Although I'm not happy that my kangaroo has be dethroned by a smooth duck :D Gonna need a kangaskhan redo on stream at some point :)
Really enjoyed this run. Didn't realize how good porygon 2's stats are
I started watching your videos on my honeymoon last October and I’ve watched all of them since then. Your channel will always remind me of the happiest times ever.
I remember you mentioning your honeymoon last year - I'm glad that the videos can bring back happy memories for you, bud!
AND WE’RE BACK! Let’s goooo Porygon 2! Great job Squidgy!
Porygon 2…… is good! This also shows how much better you’ve gotten too Squidgy.
Each time you use return, I get flashbacks of porygon coming out of nowhere in the original smash bros 😂
i want to say i love how much fun you have doing this always seem jolly im guna keep praying for a slowking playthrough you keep up the wonderful videos
Squidgy, I'm curious now, based on the mons that occupy the higher Escalons of the Top 10, STAB Return is reliable.
So, I'm interested how Farfetch'd will go, it has poor stats compared to alot, I'm curious because it's the only Pokemon in Gen 2 that gets STAB Return and Swords Dance. (Lickitung only gets Swords Dance if you trade from Gen 1 after teaching it by TM)
I am VERY curious about Farfetch'd and I've stuck it on the to-do list straight away!
Brock: I'm physically superior!
Psychic!
Brock: 😢😢😢 I don't have any special defense for that.
🤣🤣🤣
Im excited to see how it goes! Porygon is really silly and i love it
Love the short anecdote about Threedrill 😊
Was not expecting porygon2 to perform this well
STAB return is an absolute powerhouse haha.
Love the content. Out of curiosity, of all the Pokémon you plan to do a solo run with which Pokémon do you dread the most?
Thanks Aaron!
The Chansey/Blissey run is the one I'm dreading the absolute most. It's going to be an absolute nightmare!
@@Squidgy Chansey/Blissey I can imagine being quite the difficult run. I’ll be here when you complete that run. ❤️
Digital duck is an absolute beast! What a run!!
That moment when Aipom of all mons gets a better time than the Nidos.
Let's get digital!! BOOYAH! What an awesome run. Once again, these videos have proven that Normal types KICK ASS in the 2nd Gen.
awesome video keep up the great work and always enjoy these challenges thanks for all your hard work
Sorry to watch this so late you reminded me and shuckle, but this was an incredible run!!!!
What the difference between conversation and conversation 2 ?
I had to look that up, I didn't know either. Apparently what it does is change your type to a type that is resisted by or immune to the type of the last used move.
Thanks Brian!
Another exciting run. Normal type seem to do well because of move diversity.
Agreed, being able to hit EVERYTHING super effectively while only taking 2x damage from fighting is very very strong. Literal only drawback is no super effective STAB, but return is ridiculous without being 2x effective, and hits nearly every type.
What. A. Beast ! Such a fun run to watch !
The Porygon line is my absolute favorite. I love that Porygon2 is the new champ! I am really curious though, I wonder how this run would be different if Porygon couldn’t evolve until it actually got the upgrade in Saffron?
That's a very, very interesting question, and one I'll do on a re-do stream!
Dang so unlucky with Gengar coming out third, had it came out fourth you would've been level 33 and Psybeam might've been a one shot on Gengar, but luckily you had that certain berry to wake up.
as expected from the best duck!
Congratulations, Porygon!!!
Just a question, I'm sure its been asked before. But whats the point of using sweet scent in a solo run? I've been trying to figure it out and I don't know what it would be useful for?
Hey, that's a very good question!
I pick up Sweet Scent so I can battle against the occasional wild Pokémon in order to gain a level while still wearing a Repel - it only takes ~5 seconds to pick up and teach, so I don't mind taking the brief time loss!
@@Squidgy huh, ok. That way you can just do it wherever you need it instead of waiting for a repel to wear off and wasting time that way?
Precisely, I don't have to waste time waiting for the Repel to wear off, and I don't have to waste time searching for an encounter in the grass.
I sort of expected a top 3 time, or very close to it, excellent movepool, good stats, normal type.
Wow. Congrats to Porygon2.
Porygon2 with evolite goes hard
I think replacing psychic with icy wind was a mistake
Great run though!
In hindsight, I think you could be right there, but in the moment, I thought it was the right play!
High-poly digital duck.
Squidgy have you thought of doing the Eeveelutions? I think Espeon and Vaporeon would probably be the fastest of them with Jolteon coming in mid and Flareon and Umbreon bringing in the rear. That hurts to say since Flareon is my favorite Pokémon.
I ran the Eeveelutions back in January, but the videos got corrupted :(
@@Squidgy Ahhh well, at least the runs will live in my heart until they become reality again. (Flareon was the best though right?)
I believe the final rankings were Espeon, Vaporeon, Flareon, Jolteon, and Umbreon in that order!
I'LL TAKE 3RD!
Let’s go very sick run
The new champ!
Fun fact Porygon2 can run doom
I don't think it's worth it to bypass the healing item if you're 2HKO'ing anyway. Great vid btw!
In hindsight, it wasn't the right play, but in the heat of the moment, I thought I could get away with getting a couple of hits in and saving a tiny bit of time.
@@Squidgy yeah I can def see the rationale
P O R Y G O N
Wouldn't Curse have been better than Sharpen? Also maybe getting boltbeam a little later so you can afford both, and removing the Amulet Coin for Karen.
I'm pretty sure Curse lowers speed, unlike Sharpen. Sure, the defense boost might be nice, but it'd only be helpful for Red's Snorlax, as all of Red's other Pokemon are predominantly special attackers.
Duck duck duck
Can you do a hm friends nuzlocke
That'll happen at some point!
@@Squidgy yay
Quack!