How OVERPOWERED Would Skeledirge Be in Generation 1?
Channel: Gym Leader Matt
Date: 2023-01-18

Torch Song brings a unique edge to Skeledirge's optimized Gen 1 solo run. With its fiery power and solid stats, can this Gen 9 starter dominate Kanto’s toughest trainers in a speedrun? Let’s find out.

🥈 Cross-Generation Playlist 🥈
     ► Explore solo runs across different Pokémon generations! Legendary Pokémon, surprising underdogs, and unique challenges await:
     ►https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZTkUWMNDH-fTg-IqyV-2lpNE_mdgDOwW

🏆 Pokémon Red Solo Challenge Playlist (up to date) 🏆
     ► Watch more Gen 1 challenges with unique Pokémon, including legendaries and fan favorites:
     ► https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZTkUWMNDH-etrXDvPeCVJ-lKQTcYrKzW

📐 Math Behind Rankings: 📐
     ► See the calculations behind my tier rankings and how final results are determined:
     ► https://youtu.be/KmDUsr9stYA

🍤 Solo Run Rules: 🍤
     1️⃣ Only the title Pokémon can be used in battle. No switching; HM Pokémon are required.
     2️⃣ No items in battle (Potions, TMs allowed outside battle).
     3️⃣ No skips or exploits, including Pokedoll Marowak skip (badge boost glitch is unavoidable).
     4️⃣ Double Team and Toxic TMs are banned (naturally learned versions are allowed).
     5️⃣ Gameplay is at 3x speed; rankings are based on in-game time and resets.

🎵 What Is the Chansey Rule? 🎵
     ► The Chansey Rule is the act of choosing the highest Special stat for modern Pokémon from either Special Attack or Special Defense to be their Generation 1 Special stat.
     ► It is called this because Chansey's Special in Generation 1 is 105 but was split into 35 Special Attack and 105 Special Defense starting in Generation 2. I follow this method and change nothing else in regard to stats.

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0:00 - Intro
1:17 - Skeledirge Front Sprite: A Unique Gen 1 Look
3:03 - Torch Song Adapted for Gen 1
5:22 - Brock: Overcoming the Early Game Wall
7:33 - Single Highest Cluster: Experience Efficiency
8:36 - Misty: A Fiery Strategy Against Water
11:07 - Lt. Surge: Testing Special Moves
11:51 - Erika: Skeledirge’s Strength Shines
14:53 - Silph Co. and Rival #5: A Mid-Game Challenge
16:37 - Koga: Speed and Strategy in Play
17:19 - Sabrina: Navigating Psychic Threats
17:55 - Blaine: Fire vs. Fire
18:38 - Giovanni: The Final Gym Challenge
20:49 - Elite Four Start: Preparing for the Gauntlet
25:05 - Champion Battle: Skeledirge’s Final Test
26:40 - Results: How overpowered was Skeledirge?