Pokémon Sword Hardcore Nuzlocke - GHOST Types Only! (No items, No overleveling)
TLDRIn this thrilling Pokémon Sword Nuzlocke challenge, the player embarks on a unique journey using only Ghost-type Pokémon. Facing formidable opponents and employing strategic moves, they navigate through various gym battles and intense rival matches. With a combination of luck, skill, and the power of their Ghost-types, they overcome challenges and achieve victory, proving the strength of their unconventional team. The video is a testament to the player's determination and the potential of Ghost Pokémon in the world of Pokémon Sword.
Takeaways
- 🎮 The player is attempting a hardcore Nuzlocke challenge in Pokémon Sword, using only Ghost-type Pokémon.
- 📝 The Nuzlocke rules include: fainted Pokémon are boxed forever, no items from the bag during battles, and capturing only the first Ghost-type Pokémon found in each area.
- 🥊 The player strategically evolves their Ghastly into a Haunter and later a Gengar, taking advantage of its abilities and the Dex entry's lore.
- 🌟 The player highlights the importance of EV training for Speed, which was crucial in the battle against Dreadnought, the Gym Leader.
- 🐸 The player encounters and captures a variety of Ghost-type Pokémon including Pumpkaboo, Drifloon, and others, each with unique characteristics and challenges.
- 🛡️ The player discusses the utility of specific items like the Eeveeite and Choice Specs, and how they contribute to overcoming difficult battles.
- 🥂 The player's strategic approach involves setting up moves like Swords Dance and utilizing status effects like Toxic and Leech Seed effectively.
- 🌪️ The player navigates through various Gym battles, adapting strategies to counter the Gym Leaders' teams, including B, Nessa, and Bede.
- 🏆 The player's final team consists of Ghost-types with complementary items and abilities, preparing for the ultimate challenge against the Champion, Leon.
- 🏅 The player successfully completes the hardcore Nuzlocke challenge with only Ghost-types, showcasing the depth and potential of these Pokémon in battle.
Q & A
What is the main challenge the player is attempting in this Pokemon Sword Hardcore Nuzlocke?
-The main challenge the player is attempting is to beat the Pokemon Sword game using only Ghost-type Pokemon, following the Hardcore Nuzlocke rules which include permanent boxing of any fainted Pokemon, no items from the bag during battles, and level restrictions.
Which Pokemon did the player choose as their first Ghost-type partner and why?
-The player chose Ghastly as their first Ghost-type partner because it was the first Ghost Pokemon they encountered in the Wild Area. The player named it 'Onion' and despite its minus speed nature, it had a special attack boosting nature which made it a valuable addition to the team.
How did the player prepare for the fight against Milo, the first Gym Leader?
-The player prepared for the fight against Milo by catching and training a Ghastly, which they named 'Onion'. Ghastly was effective against Milo's team as it could resist the Grass-type moves of Milo's Eldergas and deal significant damage with its Poison-type moves.
What strategy did the player use to defeat Nessa, the second Gym Leader?
-The player used a combination of strategies to defeat Nessa. They caught a Drifloon early in the game, which eventually evolved into Drifblim, a Ghost/Flying type Pokemon. They also utilized a Hypno, which they named 'Shidinja', for its ability to dodge non-super effective moves. The player focused on setting up their Pokemon's stats using moves like Calm Mind and Stockpile, and used the Expert Belt to ensure their Shadow Ball move was super effective.
Which Pokemon did the player encounter and decide to catch in the Wild Area after defeating Milo?
-After defeating Milo, the player decided to catch a Pumpkaboo in the Wild Area. Despite Pumpkaboo being one of the cutest Pokemon, the player chose it because it was a Ghost-type Pokemon, aligning with their Nuzlocke challenge.
What was the player's approach to the Gym Leader rematch against B?
-The player evolved their Dreepy into a Dracovish, which they named 'Zim', and used it to take on B's team. Zim was able to set up with Dragon Dance, increasing its Attack and Speed, and then use Acrobatics to deal significant damage to B's Pokemon. The player was confident in Zim's ability to sweep B's team due to its high Speed and strong moves.
How did the player deal with the difficulty of facing Piers, the Dark-type trainer?
-The player faced Piers by using a variety of strategies tailored to each of Piers' Pokemon. They used a combination of stalling, status moves, and exploiting type advantages to whittle down Piers' team. This included using a Jealouspelt (referred to as 'Skeleton' in the script) to stall out Piers' Malamar and using a Polteageist to set up with Swords Dance and deal significant damage.
What was the player's strategy for the final Gym Leader rematch against Ryhon?
-The player evolved their Litwick into a Chandelure, which they named 'Sinner', and used it to take out Ryhon's team with its powerful Ghost-type moves. They also utilized a Dusknoir (referred to as 'Gemini' in the script) for its high Defense stat and a Dragapult (named 'Zim') for its high Speed and strong Dragon-type moves. The player prepared for a double battle and focused on setting up their Pokemon's stats to ensure victory.
Which Pokemon did the player use to defeat the Champion Leon in the final battle?
-The player used a variety of Ghost-type Pokemon to defeat Leon. This included a Chandelure ('Sinner'), a Dusknoir ('Gemini'), a Drifblim ('Monaco'), a Shidinja, and a Dragapult ('Zim'). Each of these Pokemon played a crucial role in the battle, with Monaco ultimately finishing off Leon's Charizard with a Shadow Ball.
What was the player's overall experience with the Nuzlocke challenge using only Ghost-types?
-The player found the Nuzlocke challenge using only Ghost-types to be quite tricky, especially towards the end of the game where trainers were better prepared for their team. Despite the difficulties, the player managed to complete the challenge with a combination of strategic planning, type advantages, and some luck. They particularly appreciated the performance of Pumpkaboo and found the experience rewarding.
Outlines
🎮 Nuzlocke Adventure Begins: Ghost Type Challenge
The paragraph introduces a hardcore Nuzlocke challenge in Pokémon Sword, focusing on using only Ghost type Pokémon. The narrator outlines the strict rules: any fainted Pokémon is boxed forever, no items from the bag are allowed during battles, and the player must engage in set mode without leveling up past the next gym leader. The strategy involves capturing the first Ghost type found in any given area, leading to the capture of a Ghastly named Onion. The paragraph sets the stage for a challenging adventure filled with battles against Dark type trainers and the quest to use a fan-favorite, Dragapult.
🥊 Overcoming Obstacles: Gym Leader Showdowns and Team Evolution
This paragraph details the narrator's journey as they battle various gym leaders, including Milo, Nessa, and Kabu, while adhering to the Nuzlocke rules. The use of Ghost type Pokémon like Ghastly (Onion) and Drifloon is highlighted in overcoming the challenges posed by different gym leaders and their teams. The paragraph also discusses the evolution of the team, with Onion evolving into a Haunter and the capture of new Ghost types like Litwick (Sinner) and Drifloon. The narrator's strategic thinking and preparation for battles are emphasized, showcasing the importance of type advantages and level progression in the Nuzlocke challenge.
🏆 Climactic Gym Confrontations: Mastering the Ghost Type
The paragraph describes the narrator's continued success in the Nuzlocke challenge, focusing on the strategic use of Ghost type Pokémon against various gym leaders. The encounters with B, Opal, and Hop are detailed, emphasizing the narrator's clever tactics and the effectiveness of Ghost types against Fighting types. The paragraph also highlights the evolution of the team, with the addition of new Pokémon like a female Snom and a Dustox, and the strategic use of held items and abilities to overcome the challenges posed by the gym leaders. The narrator's determination and the Ghost type's potential are underscored as they continue to progress through the Pokémon League.
🛡️ Final Showdowns: Preparing for the Elite Four
In this paragraph, the narrator prepares for the Elite Four by evolving their team further, including the development of a strategy for the upcoming battles. The focus is on the Ghost type Pokémon and their role in the team's success. The narrator also discusses the capture of additional Ghost types, such as a Jealousent (Skeleton), and the importance of their abilities and held items in the upcoming challenges. The paragraph sets the stage for the climactic battles against the Elite Four and the Champion, emphasizing the narrator's confidence in their Ghost type-focused team.
🥇 Victory Achieved: Ghost Types Triumph in Nuzlocke
The paragraph culminates in the narrator's victory against the Champion Leon in the Nuzlocke challenge. The strategic use of Ghost type Pokémon, particularly in the final battle, is highlighted. The narrator's team, including key Pokémon like Rapunzel (Froslass), Skeleton (Shedinja), and Monaco (Grimsel), plays a crucial role in overcoming Leon's diverse team. The paragraph emphasizes the narrator's skill in managing the Nuzlocke restrictions and the Ghost type's effectiveness throughout the challenge. The victory is celebrated, and the narrator invites viewers to share their thoughts on the run and the Ghost type Pokémon used.
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Keywords
💡Nuzlocke
💡Ghost-type Pokémon
💡Hardcore Nuzlocke
💡Gastly
💡Dragapult
💡Dynamax
💡Gym Leader
💡Evolution
💡Strategy
💡Leveling up
💡Type Advantages
💡捕捉率
Highlights
Attempting a hardcore Nuzlocke challenge using only Ghost-type Pokémon in Pokémon Sword.
Following specific Nuzlocke rules such as boxing any fainted Pokémon forever and no items from the bag during battles.
Playing on Set Mode and not being allowed to level past the next Gym Leader.
Capturing only the first Ghost-type Pokémon found in any given area.
The strategic use of Ghastly, the first Ghost-type Pokémon encountered, for its special attack boosting nature.
Utilizing Pumpkaboo, the first non-wild area Ghost-type Pokémon encountered, for its unique deck entry and preference for children's spirits.
Successfully defeating Gym Leader Milo with a limited team, showcasing the effective counter of his Pokémon with Ghost-type moves.
The surprising strength of Drifloon and its ability to dodge non-super effective moves, leading to easy victories in certain battles.
The strategic battle against Gym Leader Nessa, highlighting the importance of Speed EVs and the use of specific Pokémon abilities.
Evolving Haunter into Gengar and discussing the preference for Haunter due to its unique Dex entry.
The unexpected loss of Drifloon, emphasizing the impact of early losses in a Nuzlocke challenge.
Preparing for the Gym Leader Kabu by considering the strategic use of Skill Swap.
The discovery and addition of Litwick to the team in the Gym, showcasing a unique opportunity to catch a Pokémon in a Gym.
The innovative approach to battling Gym Leader B with Aegislash, focusing on setting up and utilizing Swords Dance and Atomize.
The strategic battle against Gym Leader Opal, demonstrating the ease of victory with the right setup and moves.
The challenging battle against Gym Leader Hop, highlighting the need for creativity and luck in difficult fights.
The final preparation for the Gym Leader Gordy rematch, focusing on the strategic use of Pokémon with burn abilities and stall tactics.
Completing the dark type challenge against Gym Leader Piers, showcasing the difficulty of the fight and the strategic use of status conditions.
The successful completion of the hardcore Nuzlocke challenge using only Ghost-types, emphasizing the close victory and the role of each Pokémon.