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Haunter! The MiniDex 4!

*The title of this article is incorrect because of technical limitations. The correct title is **Haunter! The MiniDex #4!***.

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**Haunter! The MiniDex #4!** is the fourth episode of first season of The MiniDex! series. It's hosted by Rival Jimmy and it covers the Gas Pokémon, Haunter! It aired on July 21st, 2014 and can be viewed here.

"*Every week on The MiniDex, Jimmy covers a Pokemon that might not have been covered on The Dex, because we like to show a little love to every Pokemon :)*" - YouTube description

## Intro Trivia

* One of Haunter's most notable appearances is the Anime wherein Ash used one to defeat Sabrina.
	+ This episode caused some confusion as the Anime stated Ghost-type had the advantage against Psychic-type Pokémon while in the Gen 1 games, Ghost-type moves were ineffective against Psychic-type Pokémon.
* Haunter's pre-evolution, Gastly, and Flabebe are tied as the lightest weighing Pokémon at just 0.2 lbs (0.1 kg).
* Haunter's English name comes from the word "Haunt".
* Haunter's Japanese name is **ゴースト** *Ghost*.
* Haunter's inspiration may be the Filipino mythological creature known as the Dila, a ghost that passes through walls and floors to get to their victim and then licks them to death.

## Battle Strategy

### **Choice Scarf**

* **Item**: Choice Scarf
* **Ability**: Levitate
* **Nature**: Timid
* **EVs**: 4 HP / 252 Sp. Attack / 252 Speed
* **Moves**:
	+ Trick
	+ Shadow Ball
	+ Sludge Bomb
	+ Thunderbolt/Focus Blast/Dazzling Gleam

* Start out with Trick to trick your Choice Scarf onto the opponent.
* Shadow Ball and Sludge Bomb for strong STAB moves.
* Thunderbolt/Focus Blast/Dazzling Gleam for coverage depending upon what your team needs the most.

### **Random Thoughts**

No Random Thoughts were given for Haunter.
Is Mewtwo part HUMAN!? - The Dex! Episode 22!

*The Dex! Episode 22*

**Is Mewtwo part HUMAN!? - The Dex! Episode 22!** is the twenty-second episode of The Dex! Trivia and Battle Strategy Series. It's hosted by Idol Alex and Pokekellz and it covers the Genetic Pokémon, Mewtwo! It aired on July 9th, 2013 and can be viewed here.

"*Every week on The Dex, Alex and PokeKellz present battle strategy and trivia for a different Pokemon! This week, it's Mewtwo, the Genetic Pokemon!*" - YouTube description

## Intro Trivia

* Mewtwo was one of the first Legendary Pokémon, and is a man-made creation.
* Depending on the continuity, Mr./Dr. Fuji brings Blaine/Giovanni to the jungle where they encounter Mew.
	+ In the anime, they manage to get Mew's DNA, while in the games, they capture Mew.
	+ In all continuities, the scientists mess with Mew's DNA, and create Mewtwo.
* Its name implies that it's a "Second Mew". It could also be a pun on the word "Mutant".
* Mewtwo takes design inspiration from a fetus, but with extra features like a clubbed tail and a second brain stem.
* Mewtwo's aggression comes towards the way its genes were spliced, which can actually happen in real life.

## The Pokemon Creation Myth Etc.

* This myth borrows element from both the anime and game canons.
* Mewtwo was born in the Pokémon Mansion, with Giovanni involved.
* Sinnoh's Canalave Library tells stories of Pokémon evolving into humans, and that Pokémon and Humans were once one and the same.
* What if Mewtwo is actually the result of the splicing of Mew and Giovanni's genes. It'd explain the humanoid build and aggressive nature.
* Bill has been fused with a Clefairy at one point, so there is precedent for this kind of thing.

## Battle Strategy

### **Special Attacker**

* **Item**: Life Orb
* **Ability**: Pressure
* **Nature**: Timid (+Speed, -Attack)
* **EVs**: Sp. Attack and Speed
* **Moves**:
	+ Psystrike
	+ Calm Mind
	+ Aura Sphere
	+ Ice Beam

* Calm Mind lets Mewtwo bulk up, while allowing it to hit harder.
* Aura Sphere and Ice Beam are excellent for coverage.
* Psystrike is a hard hitting STAB, and lets you get past Specially Defensive opponents.

### **Random Thoughts**

* Fire Blast is a good move for coverage.
* A Bulky set with Leftovers and Substitute is a good option.
* Recover is a good move to increase longevity.
Orc

* 3 Star
* 2 Star
* 1 Star

## Orc★★★

 Orc
★★★

Me like strong human!

## Skills

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Attacks 4 adjacent blocks with 60% ATK/Fire/Water/Wood.

### SKILL

[Cyclone Lv.3] Attacks all enemies with 300% ATK (38 MP)

## Orc★★

 Orc
★★

Me like strong human!

## Skills

###

none: 100%

### SKILL

[Cyclone Lv.2] Attacks all enemies with 270% ATK (38 MP)

## Orc★

 Orc
★

Me like strong human!

## Skills

###

none: 100%

### SKILL

[Cyclone Lv.1] Attacks all enemies with 240% ATK (38 MP)
The Dex! Podcast 16: Alpha and Omega!

*The Dex! Podcast Episode 16*

**The Dex! Podcast #16: Alpha and Omega!** is the sixteenth episode of The Dex! Podcast series. It's hosted by Alex, Pokekellz, and Jimmy. It covers The News, Top 5, The Community Segment, and Fanswers. Published May 17, 2014.

"HOENN CONFIRMED! Alex, Kellz, and Jimmy sit down to talk about Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, the newly announced Gen III remakes for 3DS, as well as some of their favorite monsters from the GBA days!"- iTunes description

## Music

***--Music Project: Help Identify Music!--***

* Intro: "Opening Movie" - Pokémon Sapphire and Ruby
## The News

* Pokémon Alpha Sapphire and Omega Ruby announced!
* Dark Elixir - "Pokémon Tower" remix released.

## The Top 3: Hoenn Pokémon!

Alex:

1. Latios
2. Tropius
3. Metagross

Jimmy:

1. Cradily
2. Registeel
3. Spheal

PokeKellz:

1. Sharpedo
2. Swampert
3. Milotic

## Fanswers

### Email 1 (Josh)

Has a son named Vash. Trying to send all the hard-to-catch Pokemon that his son wants: initiated the search for a legit Genesect for Vash.

### Email 2 (SuperShadow)

Pokemon game that he wanted in the future was a Ruby and Sapphire Remake, which ended up being Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire.
The Dex! Book Club

**The Dex! Book Club** is a side-show hosted on TheNationalDex YouTube channel. The show was hosted by PokeKellz and Hilde. In this show, PokeKellz and Hilde discuss the Pokémon Adventures manga.

## Gallery

**Shows on Hiatus**
The Dex! News • VGC 18
**Finished and Discontinued Shows**
Trainer Tips! • The Dex! VS • XY Vlog • The ExtraDex! • The MiniDex!Rate My Team! • PokéKellz Snap! • OR/AS Mysteries • The Dex! Plays • **The Dex! Book Club**
V1.3.4

* **Release Date**: 19 October 2015
* **Links**: Forum link (says 1.3.6, but info listed showed on V1.3.4)

* Fenrir the Guardian and Daine the Thunder Fairy will be displayed in the Champion's Road Shop.
* Users will now be able to use gems to reset
* You can now reset using your one daily reset with gems to give you bonus hero pieces.

### New Heroes

* Andras the Demon God
* Belial the Demon God
* Fenrir the Guardian
* Daine the Thunder Fairy
* Esmeralda the Knife Juggler
* New costume: Little Princess Lilith

### General

* Stage 23 added

* Game Mode Adjustments
	+ Campaign difficulty decreased to levels 20-22
	+ Tower of Tribulation floors 89> difficulty re-balanced
	+ Tower of Magic floors 45> difficulty decreased

* Quests Added:
	+ Stages 15-23 (Normal - Hell) Quests have been added
	+ If stages are already cleared, uses can still claim rewards

* Enhancement Changes
	+ Improvements made to Hero sorting
	+ Can now easily navigate from the top to bottom of your hero list
	+ Hero Consecutive enhancements function added
	+ Use up to 10 Heroes to rapidly enhance
	+ If you max enhance prior to using all your attempts, you can simply choose to end.

### Graphic Improvements

* Story Hero Kaden's special move effect has changed
* 5 Chain Heavens fall effect changed
* Hero summon background changed
The Dex ft. Game Theory! Pidgey! Episode 32!

*The Dex! Episode 32*

**The Dex ft. Game Theory! Pidgey! Episode 32!** is the thirty-second episode of The Dex! Trivia and Battle Strategy Series. It's hosted by Bird Keeper Alex and Pokekellz with special guest Matthew "MatPat" Patrick and it covers the Tiny Bird Pokémon, Pidgey! It aired on October 6th, 2013 and can be viewed here.

"*Every week on The Dex, Alex and PokeKellz present battle strategy and trivia for a different Pokemon! This week, it's Pidgey, the Tiny Bird Pokemon!*" - YouTube description

## Intro Trivia

* Pidgey has the shortest cry in the game.
* Despite the name, the Pidgey line doesn't really resemble pigeons. Pidgeotto and Pidgeot look more like Hawks, while Pidgey looks like a Sparrow.
* However, the Pokédex highlights Pidgey's homing abilities, a trait that is very pigeon-like.
* As the line evolves, they also begin to resemble the Egyptian gods Ra and Horus.
* In the Red & Blue Beta, Pidgey was known as "Pidg" while Pidgeot was spelled as "Pidgeott".

## Edu-lution

* In the other half of the collaboration, it was stated that Mew is the ancestor of all Pokémon, and all Pokémon evolved from it.
* Pidgey is from the region Kanto, which is primarily dusty plains. It has large feet to kick up dirt when threatened, and a short beak to eat off of the ground.
* Other bird Pokémon like Taillow, Starly, Pidove, and Fletchling also have features that tie in o their native region.
* It's logical to believe that there is some ancestral bird Pokémon that ties all of them together.
* The same can be said of Pikachu, Plusle, Minun, Pachirisu, Emolga, and Dedenne.
* Divergent evolution in the Pokémon could potentially happen much quicker than with regular animals, due to the unstable genes of Pokémon.
* The reason there aren't tons of "missing link" Pokémon around, is because scientists only revive the more unique Pokémon from fossils.
* There is no need to revive the ancestral bird Pokémon, as that niche is already fulfilled, compared to totally unique Pokémon like Kabutops and Tyrantrum.
* There could potentially also be a missing link connecting Sharpedo and Garchomp.

## Battle Strategy

### **Choice Scarf Sweeper**

* **Item**: Choice Scarf
* **Ability**: Keen Eye
* **Nature**: Jolly (+Speed, -Sp. Attack)
* **EVs**: Attack and Speed
* **Moves**:
	+ Brave Bird
	+ U-Turn
	+ Return
	+ Ominous Wind

* Giving Pidgey a Choice Scarf makes it one of the fastest Pokémon in Little Cup.
* Brave Bird is Pidgey's hardest hitting STAB, Return also hits pretty hard.
* Use U-Turn to scout your opponent before committing to a move.
* Ominous Wind works well for coverage, and can even raise all of your stats.

### **Random Thoughts**

* Choice Band can run the same set, and sacrifices speed for power. It won't help Ominous Wind though.
* Faint Attack can also take care of Ghost-types, but usually Brave Bird will still do more.
* Steel Wing is another coverage option.
Manectric: Pokemon x Monster Hunter!? - The Dex! Episode 106!

*The Dex! Episode 106*

**Manectric: Pokemon x Monster Hunter!? - The Dex! Episode 106!**is the one hundred and sixth episode of The Dex! Trivia and Battle Strategy Series. It's hosted by Electrifying Guy Alex and Pokekellz and it covers the Discharge Pokémon, Manectric! It aired on April 7th, 2015 and can be viewed [ here].

*"Every week on The Dex, Alex and PokeKellz present battle strategy and trivia for a different Pokemon! This week, we find out all about Manectric's mythical origins!"* - Youtube description.

## Battle Strategy

###

* **Item**: Manecite
* **Ability**: Intimidate
* **Nature**: Timid
* **EVs**: Special Attack, Speed
* **Moves**:
	+ Volt Switch
	+ Flamethrower
	+ Hidden Power Ice
	+ Thunder Wave

### **Random Thoughts**

* Trade Volt Switch for Thunderbolt, Flamethrower for Overheat or Snarl.
* For non-Mega sets, Choice Scarf with Switcheroo.
Mana the Captain

* 6 Star
* 5 Star
* 4 Star

## Mana the Captain★★★★★★

 Mana the Captain
★★★★★★

Stay on your toes soldier!

## Skills

###

Attacks enemies in the same vertical line with 150% ATK/Fire/Water/Wood.

### SKILL

[Cannon Strike Lv.7] Cannon strike 6-8 times with 400% Water ATK. (40 MP)

## Mana the Captain★★★★★

 Mana the Captain
★★★★★

Stay on your toes soldier!

## Skills

###

Attacks enemies in the same vertical line with 130% ATK/Fire/Water/Wood.

### SKILL

[Cannon Strike Lv.6] Cannon strike 5-7 times with 380% Water ATK. (40 MP)

## Mana the Captain★★★★

 Mana the Captain
★★★★

Stay on your toes soldier!

## Skills

###

Attacks enemies in the same vertical line with 110% ATK/Fire/Water/Wood.

### SKILL

[Cannon Strike Lv.5] Cannon strike 4-6 times with 360% Water ATK. (40 MP)

### PASSIVE

Team's Water ATK +50%

Mana the Captain 5**Mana the Captain** is an Water Type Story Hero.
Electrode is Frankenstein!? - The Dex! Episode 101!

*The Dex! Episode 101*

**Electrode is Frankenstein!? - The Dex! Episode 101!** is the one hundred and first episode of the The Dex! Trivia and Battle Strategy Series. It's hosted by Roller Boy Alex and Pokekellz and it covers the Ball Pokémon, Electrode! It aired on February 24th, 2015 and can be viewed here.

"*Every week on The Dex, Alex and PokeKellz present battle strategy and trivia for a different Pokemon! This week, is Electrode the Frankenstein's Monster of the Pokemon world?*"- Youtube description.

## Intro Trivia

* Eats atmospheric electricity.
* Explodes easily when agitated.
* Explosions may reference ball lightning.

### **Can You Name and Draw All The Pokemon Song**

"You start with a roundish ball, and then it starts to crack in half. You color in the bottom half, Electrode."- Alex and Kellz

## You Heard it Here First!

**Evidence**:

* Electrodes are also conductors for measuring electric activity through non-metal objects.
* They can be used for anything from measuring your heart rate to arc-welding.
* Electrode doesn't actually relate to these at all, besides the name.
* Voltorb was made when a Poké Ball was exposed to a pulse of electricity according to the Pokédex.
* Early Poké Balls were made from Apricorns, non Metalic.

**Theory**:

Electrode's name came from the device attached to the Apricorn that channeled electricity through it creating the Voltorb / Electrode line.

## Battle Strategy

### **Set 1: Rain Dance Team Lead**

* **Item**: Leftovers
* **Ability**: Aftermath
* **Nature**: Timid
* **EVs**: HP and Speed
* **Moves**:
	+ Taunt
	+ Volt Switch
	+ Thunder
	+ Rain Dance

### **Random Thoughts**

* Without Rain Dance use Thunderbolt instead of Thunder and hold a Life Orb.
* Hidden Power Grass is good against pesky ground types.
* Signal Beam is a good surprise move.

## Jokes / References

* Electrode replaces Poké Ball in intro video.
* Not Special.
* Electrode knows what's going on.
* Booing at song.
* Perfect teeth
* ~~Pokémon~~ Poké Ball
* Just okay SpAtk
* Shout outs to DevTwoThousand.
The Dex! Froslass! Episode 28!

*The Dex! Episode 28*

**The Dex! Froslass! Episode 28!** is the twenty-eigth episode of The Dex! Trivia and Battle Strategy Series. It's hosted by Cool Beauty Alex and Pokekellz and it covers the Snow Land Pokémon, Froslass! It aired on August 27th, 2013 and can be viewed here.

"*Every week on The Dex, Alex and PokeKellz present battle strategy and trivia for a different Pokemon! This week, it's Froslass, the Snow Land Pokemon!*" - YouTube description

## Intro Trivia

* Froslass is classified as the Snow Land Pokémon.
* All Froslass are female, because they come from using a Dawn Stone on a female Snorunt.
* Its name comes from the words "Frost" and "Lass".
* Its Japanese name is "Yukimenoko", a mix of "Yuki" meaning snow, and "Menoko" meaning girl.
* Froslass without a nickname are banned on the GTS, due to having the word "ass" in the name.
* Froslass is an Ice/Ghost-type, that resembles a spirit, wearing a kimono, with an obi around the waist.
* The Pokédex says that it has breath so cold, that it can freeze prey solid.

## Scary Ghost-Type Stories

* There is a Japanese story that tells of two woodcutters, one old and one young. These men get trapped in a hut during an intense blizzard.
* The older one awoke to see a woman dressed in white, beckoning him to draw nearer.
* Once he got close enough, the woman froze the man with her breath.
* She was about to do the same to the younger man, but stopped at the last second.
* The woman changed her mind because the man had his whole life ahead of him. She told the man to never tell anyone of what happened.
* Many years later, the man found and married a woman named Oyuki (Remember Yuki means Snow). The two ended up having kids together and led a happy life.
* The man noticed that she never aged, and told her that he reminded her of the ghost he had met.
* Turns out she WAS the ghost from long ago. She almost killed him for attempting to break the promise, but when thinking of their children, she simply melted away and was never seen again.

## Battle Strategy

### **Utility Lead**

* **Item**: Leftovers
* **Ability**: Cursed Body
* **Nature**: Timid (+Speed, -Attack)
* **EVs**: HP and Speed
* **Moves**:
	+ Ice Beam
	+ Taunt
	+ Shadow Ball/Destiny Bond
	+ Spikes

* Froslass is valuable because she can both lay down entry hazards, and act as a spinblocker.
	+ Spinblockers are Pokémon with a Normal-type immunity. This makes the move Rapid Spin to be ineffective, leaving the hazards on the field.
* Cursed Body grants the chance to disable an opponents move if it makes contact.
* Froslass is incredibly fast, allowing her to get off a Taunt and shut down the opponent.
* Ice Beam acts as a hard hitting STAB.
* Shadow Ball is a good offensive option, but Destiny Bond is also great to force switches.

### **Random Thoughts**

* Pain Split can help in battles against bulky opponents.
* A Focus Sash can guarantee the use of Spikes or Taunt.
* EV Training in Special Attack can lead to a more offensive set.
Earl of Lemongrab

**Earl of Lemongrab** is an Adventure Time hero released in V1.12.

* 6 Star
* 5 Star
* 4 Star

 Earl of Lemongrab
★★★★★★

UNACCEPTABLE!

## Skills

###

Attacks enemies in the same vertical line with 150% ATK/Fire/Water/Wood.

### SKILL

[Sacrifice Strike Lv.11] Attacks all enemies with 760% ATK while sacrificing 15% HP. (38 MP)

## Earl of Lemongrab★★★★★

 Earl of Lemongrab
★★★★★

UNACCEPTABLE!

## Skills

###

Attacks enemies in the same vertical line with 130% ATK/Fire/Water/Wood.

### SKILL

[Sacrifice Strike Lv.10] Attacks all enemies with 710% ATK while sacrificing 15% HP. (38 MP)

## Earl of Lemongrab★★★★

 Earl of Lemongrab
★★★★

UNACCEPTABLE!

## Skills

###

Attacks enemies in the same vertical line with 110% ATK/Fire/Water/Wood.

### SKILL

[Sacrifice Strike Lv.9] Attacks all enemies with 660% ATK while sacrificing 15% HP. (38 MP)
Dice

* 6 Star
* 5 Star
* 4 Star

## Dice★★★★★★

 Dice
★★★★★★

You really think it's all chance and luck?

## Skills

###

Increases ATK/Fire/Water/Wood of all allies by the amount of ATK Buff.

### SKILL

[Warrior's Song Lv.9] Team's ATK +110% (48 MP)

## Dice★★★★★

 Dice
★★★★★

You really think it's all chance and luck?

## Skills

###

Increases ATK/Fire/Water/Wood of all allies by the amount of ATK Buff.

### SKILL

[Warrior's Song Lv.7] Team's ATK +84% (48 MP)

## Dice★★★★

 Dice
★★★★

You really think it's all chance and luck?

## Skills

###

Increases ATK/Fire/Water/Wood of all allies by the amount of ATK Buff.

### SKILL

[Warrior's Song Lv.5] Team's ATK +61% (48 MP)
List of Hashtags

List of **Hashtags** used in The Dex Podcast.

* #ThanksDexCast
* #ThanksALotDexCast

* #ThanksTechCast
* #ThanksDevCast
* #MortalSquirtle
* #IGottaGo
* #NeverPlayORASAgain

* #KeepItSecretKeepItSafe

* #ReallySecureMail

* #BathroomPlan

* #MultiPlayerCoopBathroom

* #DontUseAnyOfThese

* #WatiweeWhatawoo

* #DontCutThat

* #LeaveItAlone

* #OhGodIt'sComingOutOfTheWallsPikachuTheme

* #LetsDoANewt

* #HungryBabyChansey

* #NotMisty

* #Seriously
* #Terrordactyl

* #ItsReallyTight

* #ItsReallyHype

* #OHMYGOD

* #AddBreakBeats

* #MortalKonbat
* #ThanksBevCast
* #FixItThough
* #Hatchtag
* #NintendoBuyCapcom
* #ThanksNoLongerTheDexCast
* #WeLikeOtherVideoGamesToo

(more will be added shortly)
The Dex! Podcast 3: Not Really My Type!

*The Dex! Podcast Episode 3*

**The Dex Podcast! #3: Not Really My Type!** is the third episode of The Dex! Podcast series. It's hosted by Alex, Pokekellz, and Jimmy. It covers The News, Top 5, and The Community Segment. It focuses on Pokemon types. Published on March 4, 2014.

iTunes description: "*ALL HAIL POKEMON BANK! This week, Alex, Kellz, and Jimmy discuss the new, much anticipated app, as well the release of the Pokemon X/Y expansion for the TCG! They also tackle Pokemon who should be a different type than they are, and some community-esque stuff!*"

## Music

***--Music Project: Help Identify Songs!--***

* **Intro:** "Opening Movie" - Pokemon Red & Blue
* **Background:**
	+ Various tracks from Pokemon Red & Blue (Most notably Route themes, Town themes, and Battle themes)
	+ [*Song from 32:40-37:12*]
	+ [*Song from 37:12-40:22*]
* **Outro:** "Viridian City" from *2.B.A. Master*

## The News

* *Pokemon Bank* has been released in the Unites States.

Kellz expresses a bit of disappointment that Pokemon Bank was released a month and a half late, but Alex and Jimmy reiterate that this release setback is probably not the worst that could have happened. Alex then explains how *Pokemon Bank* and *Poke Transporter* work, and the gang discusses how the transportation can be a little tedious.

* Nintendo considers making smart phone applications that will supplement the already existing games on consoles.

Alex comments that it would be cool to see a smart phone app where you could trade Pokemon from your games to other smart phone users.

* The Pokemon XY TCG expansion pack is released in the US. There are a total of 146 new cards.

Alex and Jimmy note that this would probably be more breaking news if it occurred 15 years ago, indicating that TCG scene is not too up-and-coming. Jimmy also says that he finds it funny that Emolga and Skarmory are listed as some of the rarest cards along with legendaries and starters. Alex is baffled that they chose to make the Emolga card special over Dedenne. Kellz shares a story of how she bought a pack of the new XY trading cards and was a bit disappointed.

## The Top 5: Pokemon With Misleading Types

RU: Sudowoodo

1. Charizard
2. Goomy Line
3. Gothitelle
4. Chansey Line
5. Stunfisk

## The Community Question

Pokemon you visually like that most other fans do not.

* Jimmy: Scrafty
* Pokekellz: Exeggutor / Gastrodon
* Alex: Chespin Line

## Absences

* Fanswers\*
* Buffers
* Hashtags

\*This is mostly due to the Patreon system used at the time.

## Trivia

* This is the first podcast to use the modern intro used in most future Episodes.
* Alex and Jimmy have an off-topic discussion about and idea for a "Smug Mug", a coffee mug that has the word "Mug" on it and an S-shaped handle, turning the word "mug" into "smug".
* This is the first podcast episode to feature the use of the DexCast fanswers email (thedexcast@gmail.com). Jimmy announces its existence before the community question segment.
The Dex! Podcast 8: Well-Spun Spin-Offs!

*The Dex! Podcast Episode 8*

**The Dex Podcast #8: Well-Spun Spin-Offs!** is the eighth episode of The Dex! Podcast series. It's hosted by Alex, Pokekellz, and Jimmy. It covers The News, Top 5, and The Community Segment.

"*There's so many more games in the Pokemon franchise besides the main series, and it's about time they got some love, right? Alex, Kellz, and Jimmy cover news, Spin-Off games, and fanswers! (That's a word, right?)*"- iTunes description

## Music

***--Music Project: Help Identify Songs--***

* Intro: ---
* Background: ---
* Outro: ---

## The News

* *Pokemon Trozei* for the 3DS has been released in Japan.

Alex, Jimmy, and Kellz explain that they are excited for the new game, but really don't have much to say about it until they own it themselves.

* Lumiose City has been confirmed as a stage in *Super Smash Bros.* for the 3DS.

Jimmy shares that for *Smash* on the 3DS, Nintendo wanted to feature more stages that originate from 3DS games. Alex, Kellz, and Jimmy go on to discuss other stages that are confirmed for *Smash* on the 3DS.

* *Super Smash Bros. Melee* was announced to be a playable game at EVO 2014.

Jimmy explains that EVO is a fighting Game tournament that takes place in the summer, and Alex expresses his desire to attend this year.

* The movie trailer for the new Pokemon movie *Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction* has been released.

Jimmy leads an in-depth discussion on new characters that were revealed in the trailer. The gang then share their thoughts on what seems to be a Carbink hierarchy that will apparently play a big role in the movie.

## The Top 5: Pokemon Spin-Off Games

RU: Pokemon Colosseum / XD Gale of Darkness

1. Pokemon Snap
2. Pokemon Pinball Ruby / Sapphire
3. Pokemon TCG (Gameboy)
4. Pokemon Stadium
5. Pokemon Mystery Dungeon

## The Community Question

If you could make a Pokemon Spin-Off game what would it be?

* Alex: Pokemon detective game.
* Jimmy Pokemon Platformer.

## Fanswers

### Email 1 (Sam)

My favorite strategy is Protean Kecleon. Its awesome to take down Mega Lucario and Blaziken with it.

### Email 2 (Bill Velociraptor)

For Valentine's day I would love to get a shiny Roserade.

### Email 3 (Tommy)

I agree with Alex's belly drum Azumarill. My sneaky strategy is swift swim Poliwrath and Belly Drum. I lead with an Electrode with taunt and Rain Dance.

### Email 4 (Locksodonta15)

I love your channel! I have a sneaky strategy: In double battles have a gourgiest use trick or treat on your allies that know explosion.

### Email 5 (Quinn)

My most disapionting evolution is Blastoise, it drops the theme. Another is Cofagrigus.

### Email 6 (Hose)

Most dissapointing evolution was Bayleef to Meganium.

### Email 7 (Kai)

I never liked the Buizel line. I also dislike Surskit to Masquerain.
Witch's Knight

* 5 Star
* 4 Star
* 3 Star

 Witch's Knight
★★★★★

Being a dark knight is not too bad. It certainly pays better.

## Skills

###

Attacks enemies in the same vertical line with 130% ATK/Fire/Water/Wood.

### SKILL

[Sacrifice Strike Lv.6] Attacks all enemies with 510% ATK while sacrificing 15% HP. (38 MP)

## Witch's Knight★★★★

 Witch's Knight
★★★★

Being a dark knight is not too bad. It certainly pays better.

## Skills

###

Attacks enemies in the same vertical line with 110% ATK/Fire/Water/Wood.

### SKILL

[Sacrifice Strike Lv.4] Attacks all enemies with 410% ATK while sacrificing 15% HP. (38 MP)

## Witch's Knight★★★

 Witch's Knight
★★★

Being a dark knight is not too bad. It certainly pays better.

## Skills

###

Attacks enemies in the same vertical line with 90% ATK/Fire/Water/Wood.

### SKILL

[Sacrifice Strike Lv.3] Attacks all enemies with 360% ATK while sacrificing 15% HP. (38 MP)
The Dex! Plays

**The Dex! Plays** is a side-show hosted on TheNationalDex YouTube channel. The show is hosted by Alex and PokeKellz. The show is a Let's Play in which the hosts play through one of the Pokémon Games. It can be seen as a successor to PokéKellz Snap!.

## The Dex! Plays Pokémon Sun

The currently only play through of the show.

## Gallery

**Shows on Hiatus**
The Dex! News • VGC 18
**Finished and Discontinued Shows**
Trainer Tips! • The Dex! VS • XY Vlog • The ExtraDex! • The MiniDex!Rate My Team! • PokéKellz Snap! • OR/AS Mysteries • **The Dex! Plays** • The Dex! Book Club
The Dex! Oshawott! Episode 31!

*The Dex! Episode 31*

**The Dex! Oshawott! Episode 31!** is the thirty-first episode of The Dex! Trivia and Battle Strategy Series. It's hosted by Swimmer Alex and Pokekellz and it covers the Otter Pokémon, Oshawott! It aired on October 1st, 2013 and can be viewed here.

"*Every week on The Dex, Alex and PokeKellz present battle strategy and trivia for a different Pokemon! This week, it's Oshawott, the Sea Otter Pokemon!*" - YouTube description

## Intro Trivia

* Oshawott is the Water-type starter from Unova.
* While Oshawott and Dewott are based off of Sea Otters, Samurott is based off of a Sea Lion.
* This happened because the design were having trouble thinking of evoutions for Oshawott. After seeing some Sea Lions at an aquarium, they decided to base the final evolution on them.
* To tie together the line, they gave them a Samurai motif, giving each line a weapon, and a bit of Samurai flair.
* These weapons are made of the same materials as Oshawott's claws, being Keratin.
* Oshawott uses a sharp scalchop as a weapon, resembling a Japanese Tessen, which is a war-fan.
* Japanese soldiers often times brought fans to keep themselves cool. Someone then came up with the idea to equip them with iron braces to make them sharp and deadly, while still concealing the weapon

## Pokémon Etymology

* On the surface, it appears Oshawott's name is a combination of "Ocean", "Shell", "Water", and "Otter".
* Its name could also be a reference to the city of Oshawa in Canada, a country that has many protective laws for Sea Otters.
* It could also draw from the Ojibiwa word "aazhaway", meaning crossing, which usually refers to a river or stream.
* It could also reference George Oshawa, a Japanese dietitian born into a Samurai family.

## Battle Strategy

### **Set-Up Sweeper**

* **Item**: Life Orb
* **Ability**: Torrent
* **Nature**: Adamant (+Attack, -Sp. Attack)
* **EVs**: Attack and Speed
* **Moves**:
	+ Swords Dance
	+ Aqua Jet
	+ Waterfall
	+ X-Scissor

* Oshawott just doesn't hit hard enough without a boost from Swords Dance.
* Aqua Jet is used if you need to go first, while Waterfall is a much more powerful option.
* X-Scissor grants good coverage, especially against opposing Grass-types.

### **Random Thoughts**

* Oshawott works better when supported by other teammates.
* Hidden Power Fire can work as a good coverage move.
* Torrent can make Oshawott a powerhouse when he runs low on HP.
Patreon Support

Announced in The Dex! Podcast: Melmetal and We're Back!, Alex wishes to make the channel act more like a television network and doesn't entirely like the Patreon model. Therefore, the wish is in order to support The Dex!, merch and the occasional brand deal will finance the shows. If there is a project that would work well with the Patreon model, then Patreon will be used.

Sidenote: Supporting thatonevideogamer's Patreon does still help support The Dex!, though not directly.

***--Note: This Page is Under Construction--***

By donating to https://www.patreon.com/thatonevideogamer a viewer can support The Completionist, The Dex, Super Beard Bros, and the Super Scope Show. There are many benefits, such as the Weekly Stream, and having your name scroll in the credits!

## Tiers and Rewards

 MINI-PRODUCER TIER!
 CAMEO TIER!
 CHRONO.GG TIER!
Members of this tier who remain a member for three successive months will be sent a quarterly commemorative and professionally taken signed photograph of the TOVG team.
 SCOTT RUX TIER!
Water Fairy

* 5 Star
* 4 Star
* 3 Star
* 2 Star
* 1 Star

## Water Fairy★★★★★

 Water Fairy
★★★★★

I can help evolve Water type heroes!

## Skills

###

none: 100%

### SKILL

[X-Strike Lv.5] Attacks a single enemy with 700% ATK (35 MP)

## Water Fairy★★★★

 Water Fairy
★★★★

I can help evolve Water type heroes!

## Skills

###

none: 100%

### SKILL

[X-Strike Lv.4] Attacks a single enemy with 630% ATK (35 MP)

## Water Fairy★★★

 Water Fairy
★★★

I can help evolve Water type heroes!

## Skills

###

none: 100%

### SKILL

[X-Strike Lv.3] Attacks a single enemy with 560% ATK (35 MP)

## Water Fairy★★

 Water Fairy
★★

I can help evolve Water type heroes!

## Skills

###

none: 100%

### SKILL

[X-Strike Lv.2] Attacks a single enemy with 490% ATK (35 MP)

## Water Fairy★

 Water Fairy
★

I can help evolve Water type heroes!

## Skills

###

none: 100%

### SKILL

[X-Strike Lv.1] Attacks a single enemy with 420% ATK (35 MP)
The Dex! Scrafty! Episode 14

*The Dex! Episode 14*

**The Dex! Scrafty! Episode 14** is the fourteenth episode of The Dex! Trivia and Battle Strategy Series. It's hosted by Shady Guy Alex and Pokekellz and it covers the Hoodlum Pokémon, Scrafty! It aired on April 23th, 2013 and can be viewed here.

"*Every week on The Dex, Alex and PokeKellz present battle strategy and trivia for a different Pokemon! This week, it's Scrafty, The Hoodlum Pokemon!*" - YouTube description

## Intro Trivia

* Scrafty is described as a "Yellow-orange, hood-rat lizard thingie".
* Scraggy and Scrafty have a unique Dark/Fighting-type.
* Scrafty sheds its skin and wears it like a hoody.
* Its high Special Defense stat is attributed to this tough layer of skin.
* The Pokédex states that it can spit acid, and kick through solid concrete.

## Pokémon Culture Shock!

* Scrafty is designed to resemble a hoodlum, with its hoody and tendency to travel in groups and beat up other Pokémon.
* Seems to resemble a stereotypical gang member.
* The bright red mohawk doesn't seem to fit with the gang motif, but is rather inspired be the punk movement.
* The punk movement was an anti-establishment response to the popular rock genre at the time.
* The baggy pants also seem inspired by the hip-hop era.
* The bright colors can be related to the Zoot Suits of the US or Teddy Boys of the UK.
* Scrafty seems to be based on a wide array of youth urban movements from around the world.

## Battle Strategy

### **Dragon Dance Sweeper**

* **Item**: Life Orb
* **Ability**: Shed Skin
* **Nature**: Jolly (+Speed, -Sp. Attack)
* **EVs**: Attack and Speed
* **Moves**:
	+ Dragon Dance
	+ Ice Punch
	+ Hi Jump Kick
	+ Crunch

* Scrafty naturally doesn't have very good speed or attack.
* However, Scrafty's excellent natural bulk allows it to set up Dragon Dances and sweep.
* Hi Jump Kick and Crunch are hard hitting STABs, while Ice Punch grants excellent type coverage.
* Shed Skin can help protect Scrafty from harmful status like Paralysis and Burn.

### **Random Thoughts**

* Moxie is a great way to make Scrafty even more powerful.
* Drain Punch increases your longevity, at the cost of raw power.
* Substitute can help you set up Dragon Dances.
* Taunt can be used to prevent yourself from getting statused or phased.
Rock the Thief

* 6 Star
* 5 Star
* 4 Star

 Rock the Thief
★★★★★★

I'm not a thief - call me a treasure hunter!

## Skills

###

Attacks 8 adjacent blocks with 90% ATK/Fire/Water/Wood.

### SKILL

[Sacrifice Strike Lv.11] Attacks all enemies with 760% ATK while sacrificing 15% HP. (38 MP)

## Rock the Thief★★★★★

 Rock the Thief
★★★★★

I'm not a thief - call me a treasure hunter!

## Skills

###

Attacks 8 adjacent blocks with 80% ATK/Fire/Water/Wood.

### SKILL

[Sacrifice Strike Lv.8] Attacks all enemies with 610% ATK while sacrificing 15% HP. (38 MP)

## Rock the Thief★★★★

 Rock the Thief
★★★★

I'm not a thief - call me a treasure hunter!

## Skills

###

Attacks 4 adjacent blocks with 70% ATK/Fire/Water/Wood.

### SKILL

[Sacrifice Strike Lv.6] Attacks all enemies with 510% ATK while sacrificing 15% HP. (38 MP)
The Dex! Trainer Tips Episode 2: Eevee 1 of 3

*Trainer Tips! Season 1, Episode 2*

**The Dex! Trainer Tips Episode 2: Eevee 1 of 3** is the second episode of The Trainer Tips! series. It's hosted by Commander Alex and Pokekellz and it covers the Evolution Pokémon Eevee! It aired on March 5th, 2013 and can be viewed here.

"*Every week on The Dex, Alex and PokeKellz present battle strategy and trivia for a different Pokemon! This week, it's the first part of our three-part special all about Eevee and his Eeveelutions!*" - YouTube Description

## Intro Trivia

* "Eeveelutions" is a fan term for all of Eevee's evoultions: Jolteon, Vaporeon, Flareon, Espeon, Umbreon, Leafeon, Glaceon, and the newly revealed Sylveon.
	+ Since Pokémon Stadium 2, Eeveelution has become an officially recognized term.
* Eevee's name may come from the word "evolution".
* Eevee's English Beta name was *Eon*.
* Eevee is based on a fox, which can be found in various habitats, tying to its diverse evolution tree.
	+ Dogs may also play some part in Eevee's design.
	+ Tanuki also could be an inspiration.

## Class with Kellz!

* All of Eevee's Pokédex entries mention its evolution.
* Some entries mention Eevee's DNA is unstable and it is an endangered specie.
* A theory states that the three unnamed Pokémon resurrected by Ho-Oh that became Suicune, Entei, and Raikou were Eevee that had their DNA modified by Ho-Oh.\*\*
* Pokémon Red, Blue, Yellow, FireRed, and LeafGreen Pokédex entries state that Eevee is an endangered specie. A theory claims its popularity among Trainers may have brought Eevee back from the brink of extinction and that is why Eevee can be found in the wilds of Unova.

\*\* This theory has been debunked by the release of Pokémon Generations episode 6: The Reawakening

## Battle Strategy

### **Little Cup**

* **Item**: Life Orb
* **Ability**: Adaptability
* **Nature**: Jolly (+Speed, -Sp. Attack) or Adamant (+Attack, -Sp. Attack)
* **EVs**: 252 Attack / 252 Speed
* **Moves**:
	+ Return
	+ Quick Attack
	+ Bite
	+ Baton Pass

* Adaptability double all of Eevee's STAB moves' power.
* Use Baton Pass as a scouting move.
* Return and Quick Attack for general damage.
* Bite for Ghost-types and the occasional Flinch chance.

### **Random Thoughts**

* Naive nature + Work Up. Use this strategy only if you're experienced as it requires some setup.
* Yawn + Protect.
* Eviolite can boost Eevee's defensive stats, making it harder to knock out.

## Gallery

Trainer Tips 2 Intro.JPGTrainer Tips 2 End.JPG
The Dex! Darmanitan! Episode 45!

*The Dex! Episode 45*

**The Dex! Darmanitan! Episode 45!** is the forty-fifth episode of The Dex! Trivia and Battle Strategy Series. It's hosted by Elder Alex and Pokekellz and it covers the Blazing Pokémon, Darmanitan! It aired on January 21st, 2014 and can be viewed here.

"*Every week on The Dex, Alex and PokeKellz present battle strategy and trivia for a different Pokemon! This week, it's Darmanitan, the Blazing Pokemon!*" - YouTube Description

## Intro Trivia

* Darmanitan comes from Gen 5 and is loosely based on an orangutan.
* The Pokédex states that its body burns at 2,500 degrees Fahrenheit, and that it can destroy a dump truck with a single punch.
* Darmanitan's Hidden Ability is Zen Mode. Individuals with this Ability transform into a Fire/Psychic-type statue when they reach under half HP in battle. This is a reference to Zen Buddhism.
	+ Zen Buddhism is all about achieving enlightenment through meditation and reflection.
* In Zen Mode, Darmanitan covers its ears and closes its mouth to signify the inward experience of the practice.
* This form is based off of the Daruma Doll, which are popular symbols of perseverance and luck in the practice.
* Typically, people think of a goal they want to achieve and draw one pupil on the doll. Once the goal is achieved, you draw the other pupil.

## Folkémon

* Daruma dolls are based off of a real person, being Bodhidharma. He was a Buddhist monk who is often referred to as the father of Zen Buddhism.
* It is believed that Bodhidarma tried to meditate in a cave facing a wall for 9 straight years.
* After 7 years, he fell asleep. Upon waking up, he became furious and cut off his eyelids to ensure it wouldn't happen again.
* His eyelids then fell into the dirt and blossomed into the first tea plants, which gave him the energy to continue meditating.
* Since he never used his legs, they eventually fell off, explaining the lack of legs on a Daruma Doll, and the very small legs on Darmanitan.
* Daruma Dolls are weighted on the bottom so that even when pushed over, they can rise back up. This is an analogy for never letting anything keep you down.
* After a year, one is supposed to bring the Daruma Doll back to the temple that they got it from, and burn it, leading to Darmanitan's Fire-type.

## Battle Strategy

###  **Physical Sweeper**

* **Item**: Life Orb
* **Ability**: Sheer Force
* **Nature**: Adamant
* **EVs**: 252 Att / 252 Spe / 4 Def
* **Moves**:
	+ Superpower
	+ Flare Blitz
	+ U-Turn
	+ Rock Slide

* Darmanitan can deal huge damage with its high Attack, Sheer Force, and a Life Orb without recoil.
* Flare Blitz can leave Darmanitan quiet vulnerable, so U-Turn is good to help you escape.
* Rock Slide and Superpower round out type coverage.

### **Random Thoughts**

* A Choice Scarf can turn Darmanitan into a formidable Revenge Killer.
* Yawn can cripple dangerous counters if you can predict it.
* Earthquake does great damage and hurts lots of Pokémon.

## Gallery

IntroDarmanitan Title CardBattle SetEnd CardBattle Strategy
The Dex! Metagross! Episode 15

*The Dex! Episode 15*

**The Dex! Metagross! Episode 15** is the fifteenth episode of The Dex! Trivia and Battle Strategy Series. It's hosted by Engineer Alex and Pokekellz and it covers the Iron Leg Pokémon, Metagross! It aired on April 30th, 2013 and can be viewed here.

"*Every week on The Dex, Alex and PokeKellz present battle strategy and trivia for a different Pokemon! This week, it's Metagross, the Iron Leg Pokemon!*" - YouTube description

## Intro Trivia

* Metagross is the result of a fusion between two Metang.
* Metagross hunts by floating around and pinning down its prey with its large body.
* It has four brains from the result of the Beldum/Metang fusions, making it smarter than a supercomputer. It uses this knowledge in battle.

## Pokémon Etymology

* Metagross's name is made up of Metal and Gross.
* Gross is a term for the number 144, which is 12\*12.
* Metagross weighs 1212.5 pounds, which is 12 and 12.

## Battle Strategy

### **Bulky Attacker**

* **Item**: Leftovers
* **Ability**: Clear Body
* **Nature**: Adamant (+Attack, -Sp. Attack)
* **EVs**: HP, Attack and Sp. Defense
* **Moves**:
	+ Meteor Mash
	+ Pursuit
	+ Stealth Rock
	+ Earthquake

* Metagross can use its good bulk to set up hazards, and dish out damage with STAB Meteor Mash.
* Earthquake is a hard-hitting coverage option, while Pursuit is used when predicting switches.
* Metagross needs to be wary of strong Fire and Ground-types, like Volcarona and Landorus.

### **Random Thoughts**

* Metagross can run a Choice Band with its huge Attack stat.
* Its excellent stats can also help it run a Mixed Wall-Breaker set with a Life Orb.
* Metagross's bulk can allow it to use multiple set up moves in the same set like Agility and Hone Claws.
The Dex! Podcast 12: Soul Crushers!

*The Dex! Podcast Episode 12*

**The Dex! Podcast #12: Soul Crushers!** is the twelfth episode of The Dex! Podcast series. It's hosted by Alex, Pokekellz, and Jimmy. It covers The News, Top 5, and The Community Segment.

"*Alex, Kellie, and Jimmy talk about those horribly upsetting times when you just wanna rage quit into infinity. OH YEAH AND HOLY HECK SMASH BROS NEWS ALL DAY.*"- iTunes description

## Music

***--Music Project: Help Identify Songs!--***

* Intro: "Opening Movie"- Pokémon FireRed & LeafGreen
* Background:N/A
* Outro:N/A

## The News

* It's Kellie's birthday.
* Cocoon of Destruction 3ds raffled off at Japanese Football games.
* Smash Bros. Direct aired.
	+ Prism Tower stage details.
	+ Smash Run announced.
		- Chandelure announced as enemy.
	+ Kalos League Stage announced.
	+ Pokeballs Updated
	+ Master Balls announced as Item.
	+ Lucario Character details.
	+ Charizard announced as it's own character.
	+ Greninja announced as Newcomer.
	+ Release date announced.

* Cocoon of Destruction trailer released in English.

## The Top 5: Demoralizing Strategies

RU: Substitute

1. Wall with Recover
2. Topsy Turvy
3. Shell Smash w/ White Herb
4. Mummy
5. Magic Bounce

## The Community Question

What are you looking forwards to Pokemon wise in the next Smash game?

* Kellz: I want to know more about the features of the game.
* Jimmy: I want Sceptile to be a Greninja clone.
* Alex: I like the idea of having the Pokemon Trainer with different Pokemon.
Celebi Saves the Future of Pokemon! - The Dex! Episode 103!

*The Dex! Episode 103*

**Celebi Saves the Future of Pokemon! - The Dex! Episode 103!** is the one hundred and third episode of The Dex! Trivia and Battle Strategy Series. It's hosted by Myth Trainer Alex and Pokekellz and covers the Legendary Time Travel Pokémon Celebi! It aired on March 17th, 2015 and can be viewed [ here].

"*(Out of chars and ashes, out of dust and coals, like golden salamanders, the old years, the green years, might leap; roses sweeten the air, white hair turn Irish-black, wrinkles vanish; all, everything fly back to seed, flee death, rush down to their beginnings, suns rise in western skies and set in glorious easts, moons eat themselves opposite to the custom, all and everything cupping one in another like Chinese boxes, rabbits into hats, all and everything returning to the fresh death, the seed death, the green death, to the time before the beginning. A touch of a hand might do it, the merest touch of a hand)- Ray Bradbury, The Sound of Thunder. What would you do if you could travel to the past? Eat that extra piece of cake? Say that witty comeback you just couldn't think of at the time? Stop a tragedy? Stop a war? Today on The Dex we're contemplating the past. Well not our past exactly, but someone else's past, where what happens today may change their present forever. Strap in Poke-friends because this time machine is ready to take off.*"- Alex and Kellz.

"*Every week on The Dex, Alex and PokeKellz present battle strategy and trivia for a different Pokemon! This week, is Celebi saving the world from a dystopic future*?"- Youtube description.

## Intro Trivia

* Only event Pokémon from Gold, Silver, and Crystal.
* Its name comes from the phrase "Celestial Being".
* Celebi behaves like a guardian, making the forests it visits beautiful and healthy when it appears.
* The Japanese name, **セレビイ** *Serebii* means "serene beauty".
* **ビイ** *Bi* could also refer to the insect Bee, which it shares many visual similarities with.
* The appearance of Celebi is thought to be a good omen for the nature around it.

## The Pokemon Creation Myth. Etc.

**Evidence:**

* Celebi travels through time to heal and strengthen forests.
* It comes from far in the future.
* Celebi only comes in times of peace.

**Theory:**

Celebi comes from a war torn and polluted future, and with its time travel powers it goes to the past to strengthen the nature so the the ruined future never happens.

## Battle Strategy

### Supportive Celebi

* **Item**: Leftovers
* **Ability**: Natural Cure
* **Nature**: Timid/Jolly
* **EVs**: HP and Speed
* **Moves**:
	+ Nasty Plot / Sword Dance
	+ Baton Pass
	+ Recover
	+ Seed Bomb

### Random Thoughts

* A Bulky and Sp. Atk set is also useful.
* Hidden Power (Fire) and Ancient Power is useful against threatening Bug-types.
* Thunder Wave / Perish Song can help stop sweepers.

## Jokes / Refrences

* Kellz references Doctor Who twice.
* Alex and Kellz both reference Zelda.
* Majora's Mask Plug.