Beyond the Ball
256 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsA podcast about Pokémon! Every episode Will and Braden analyze and discuss all the Pokédex entries for a single Pokémon.
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Beyond the Ball 194 - Deerling
April 17, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 59.5 MBIt's time to talk about a a little deer! That's right, Deerling is here and we're gonna talk about just how distinct it is from a regular old deer, its seasonal scents, and more! Follow along with the entries below: Black: The color and scent of their fur changes to match the mountain grass. When they sense hostility, they hide in the grass. White: The turning of the seasons changes the color and scent of this Pokémon’s fur. People use it to mark the seasons. Black & White 2: Their colori...
Beyond the Ball 193 - Marshadow
April 10, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBWe're talking about the mythical Marshadow this episode! Join us as we found out just what kind of shady shenanigans this gloomdweller gets up to! Plus, Will's journey through Pokemon Violet continues and we continue to have thoughts about it throughout the episode. Follow along with the entires below: Sun: Able to conceal itself in shadows, it never appears before humans, so its very existence was the stuff of myth. Moon: It lurks in the shadows of others, copying their movements and powe...
Beyond the Ball 192 - Hippowdon
April 03, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBAlright folks, now we got a real hippo on our hands. Well, a comparatively small hippo full of holes named Hippowdon! Join us as we learn what exactly it can crush with its mighty maw, become increasingly unsettled by the concept of porous Pokemon, and come up with some cool RPG ideas! Follow along with the entries below: Diamond: It blasts internally stored sand from ports on its body to create a towering twister for attack. Pearl: Its huge mouth is almost seven feet across. It has enough...
Beyond the Ball 191 - Hippopotas
March 27, 2023 14:59 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBWe're headed back to the desert this episode as we discuss Hippopotas! It loves sand! We think. Some challenging entries this round as we think about sweat, germs, sand ambulation and more! Follow along with the entries below: Diamond: It lives in arid places. Instead of perspiration, it expels grainy sand from its body. Pearl: It enshrouds itself with sand to protect itself from germs. It does not enjoy getting wet. Platinum: It shuts its nostrils tight then travels through sand as if wa...
Beyond the Ball 190 - Araquanid
March 20, 2023 15:00 - 52 minutes - 50.1 MBDewpider's size has grown exponentially through evolution just as Araquanid's Pokedex entries have grown exponentially more unsettling! Heads up arachnophobes and thalassophobes, this episode may not be the one for you! Follow along with the entries below: Sun: It delivers headbutts with the water bubble on its head. Small Pokémon get sucked into the bubble, where they drown. Moon: Despite what its appearance suggests, it cares for others. If it finds vulnerable, weak Pokémon, it protectiv...
Beyond the Ball 189 - Dewpider
March 13, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 64.8 MBIt's time to talk about our new and bubbly spider-friend, Dewpider! We also take an extended dive into the Anime Corner as we cover Dewpider's debut episode, Dewpider Ascending which we highly recommend checking out. Follow along with the entries below: Sun: It crawls onto the land in search of food. Its water bubble allows it to breathe and protects its soft head. Moon: When it comes across enemies or potential prey, this Pokémon smashes its water-bubble-covered head into them. Ultra Sun...
Beyond the Ball 188 - Electivire
March 06, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 68.4 MBWe're at the end of an evolution line once again as we discuss the big electric ape-man Electivire! Get ready for shocking Pokedex entries and hastily-Googled electricity facts. Follow along with the entries below: Diamond & Pearl: It pushes the tips of its two tails against the foe, then lets loose with over 20,000 volts of power. Platinum: Heedless of enemy attacks, it closes in, shoves its tails onto the foe, then looses high voltage. HeartGold & SoulSilver: As its electric charge ampl...
Beyond the Ball 187 - Electabuzz
February 27, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 83.9 MBElectabuzz is one of the original electric Pokemon so we've got a lot of entries to get through. But what is the truth about Electabuzz and who is trying to hide it from us? Join us this episode as Beyond the Ball seeks perhaps the most rare Pokemon treasure of all: vindication. Follow along with the entries below: Red & Blue: Normally found near power plants, they can wander away and cause major blackouts in cities. Yellow: If a major power outage occurs, it is certain that this POKéMON h...
Beyond the Ball 186 - Elekid
February 20, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 82.1 MBThe only thing more exciting than a big thunderstorm is a Beyond the Ball arc covering the Electabuzz line starting with Elekid! How rowdy is this monster baby? What serves as its baby bottles? Can it even store electricity? Answers to these questions and more await! Topics of distraction include: Mission Impossible, King of the Hill, Vince McMahon, etc. Follow along with the entries below: Gold: It rotates its arms to generate electricity, but it tires easily, so it charges up only a litt...
Beyond the Ball 185 - Meowscarada
February 13, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBSprigatito's evolution line comes to an end with its prestige stage, Meowscarada! Watch out, this theater adult's got bombs! Follow along with the entries below: Scarlet: This Pokémon uses the reflective fur lining its cape to camouflage the stem of its flower, creating the illusion that the flower is floating. Violet: With skillful misdirection, it rigs foes with pollen-packed flower bombs. Meowscarada sets off the bombs before its foes realize what’s going on. BTB: In this Theater Adult...
Beyond the Ball 184 - Floragato
February 06, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBYou know we love a middle evolution and Floragato is a perfect example of why! Plus, Braden puts the pressure on Will to get Pokemon Violet, Cat Facts, Yo-Yos, and more! Oh and we do the scales for Sprigatito that we somehow totally forgot to do last time. Follow along with the entries below: Scarlet: Floragato deftly wields the vine hidden beneath its long fur, slamming the hard flower bud against its opponents. Violet: The hardness of Floragato’s fur depends on the Pokémon’s mood. When F...
Beyond the Ball 183 - Sprigatito
January 30, 2023 16:03 - 1 hour - 64.3 MBNot only has Braden just finished Pokemon Scarlet, but we're also talking about the first Pokemon in the Paldean Pokedex, Sprigatito (completely by coincidence I swear)! We're a couple months late but get ready for video game takes and cat facts this episode! Follow along with the entries below: Website: Capricious and attention seeking, it may sulk if it sees its Trainer giving attention to a Pokémon other than itself. Scarlet: Its fluffy fur is similar in composition to plants. This Poké...
Beyond the Ball 182 - Clawitzer
January 23, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 73.6 MBWe're talking about Clauncher's evolved form, Clawitzer, this episode! But first, Braden watched the Mummy (1999) for their birthday so we can FINALLY talk about it! Oh and they got Pokemon Scarlet too and it's very good but also bad. But don't worry we'll get to the Howitzer of the Sea eventually (00:19:10)! Follow along with the entries below: X: Their enormous claws launch cannonballs of water powerful enough to pierce tanker hulls. Y: By expelling water from the nozzle in the back of i...
Beyond the Ball 181 - Clauncher
January 17, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 64.4 MBArm yourself with knowledge of the Pokemon that's just a pistol shrimp, Clauncher! How does it shoot? How does it taste? How does it feel about aquariums? Join us as we dig into such questions and more! Follow along with the entries below: Website Blurb: It has an oversized claw on one of its arms. This useful claw can seize prey and shoot water at others as a projectile. X: They knock down flying prey by firing compressed water from their massive claws like shooting a pistol. Y: Through ...
Beyond the Ball 180 - Delphox
January 09, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBWe're kicking off the new year (again?) with Fennekin's final form, Delphox! Plus, we actually reveal our 2022 Pokemon of the Year which I guess is a tradition now! Don't forget a troubling visit to the Anime Corner as well! Follow along with Delphox's entries below: X: It gazes into the flame at the tip of its branch to achieve a focused state, which allows it to see into the future. Y: Using psychic power, it generates a fiery vortex of 5,400 degrees Fahrenheit, incinerating foes swept i...
Beyond the Ball 179 - Braixen
January 02, 2023 16:00 - 53 minutes - 51.6 MBFennekin has evolved into Braixen and we're ready to learn exactly what is stuck in its tail and how friction works. Follow along with the entries below: Website Blurb: Braixen no longer eats branches but it still keeps a tree branch in its tail, which seems to calm the Pokémon. It will occasionally wield the branch in battle and use friction to light it on fire. X: It has a twig stuck in its tail. With friction from its tail fur, it sets the twig on fire and launches into battle. Y: When...
Beyond the Ball 178 - AI Pokedex Part 4
December 26, 2022 20:02 - 1 hour - 66.6 MBWe took a holiday break from recording this week so enjoy another prerecorded dive into AI-generated Pokedex entries as we press an additional AI into service! Tremble in confusion as we unveil new and unsettling facts about Eevee and its many evolutions! Follow along with the entries below: Eevee: It has three different forms: a Normal-type, an Ice-type, and a Human-type. No one is sure how it changes form, but it is certain that it can change. This Pokemon can adapt to any environment. B...
Beyond the Ball 177 - Fennekin
December 19, 2022 16:00 - 57 minutes - 55.7 MBFor the best listening experience, we recommend listening to this episode in the Firefox browser. That's right, we're talking about Fennekin! It's cute but only has a couple of entries so get ready for us to really dig into like the two things we know it does. Follow along with the entries below: Website: Fennekin can be temperamental, but it tries to do its best for its Trainer. Searing heat blows from its ears. This Pokémon loves to snack on twigs. X: Eating a twig fills it with energy, ...
Beyond the Ball 176 - Lucario
December 12, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 74.4 MBIt's time to learn all about Lucario and the incredible power of Aura! Finally a Pokemon that DBZ fans can get behind! Buckle up because we've got a lot of entries and a lot of theories about the humanity of Pokemon to interrogate. Follow along with the entries below: Diamond: It has the ability to sense the auras of all things. It understands human speech. Pearl: By catching the aura emanating from others, it can read their thoughts and movements. Platinum: A well-trained one can sense a...
Beyond the Ball 175 - Riolu
December 05, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBWe're starting down the road to 200 with a fan-favorite this episode, Riolu! Lying just beyond that tought-but-cute exterior lies perhaps the mostly finely-tuned vibes radar in the Pokemon world. The Pokedex here also introduces us to an exciting new metric, Large Landmasses Crossed Per Night! Follow along with the entries below: Diamond: The aura that emanates from its body intensifies to alert others if it is afraid or sad. Pearl: Its body is lithe yet powerful. It can crest three mounta...
Beyond the Ball 174 - Melmetal
November 28, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBOne hundred Meltan enter. One Melmetal leaves! It's time to get the facts on this burly, mythic tussle buddy. What sorts of godly acts is it capable of? What kind of damage can it do after Gigantamaxing? What constitutes a deity in the Pokemon world?? Come learn with us and cram your brain with Pokemon knowledge! Follow along with the entries below: Let's Go Pikachu/Eevee: Revered long ago for its capacity to create iron from nothing, for some reason it has come back to life after 3,000 yea...
Beyond the Ball 173 - Meltan
November 21, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 62.6 MBGet ready for a mythical episode of Beyond the Ball as we discover the one and only Meltan! Cute scientific anomaly or cruel Darwinist? Learn the facts and decide for yourself! Follow along with the entries below: Let's Go Pikachu/Eevee: It melts particles of iron and other metals found in the subsoil, so it can absorb them into its body of molten steel. Sword: It dissolves and eats metal. Circulating liquid metal within its body is how it generates energy. Shield: They live as a group, b...
Beyond the Ball 172 - Trevenant
November 14, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 65.7 MBHalloween is finally over as we uncover the perhaps justifiable malice of Phantump's evolved form, Trevenant this episode! If you ever needed more reasons to not harm forests then this big rotten tree Pokemon has you amply covered! Follow along with the entries below: X: It can control trees at will. It will trap people who harm the forest, so they can never leave. Y: Using its roots as a nervous system, it controls the trees in the forest. It’s kind to the Pokémon that reside in its body...
Beyond the Ball 171 - Phantump
November 07, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 66.2 MBListen. Who says Halloween ends on November 1st? Okay, most people probably. And they certainly would say it's over after one whole week. But Chaos has dictated that we talk about a Ghost type Pokemon so buckle up for two weeks of Beyond the Ball: Halloween Edition starting with Phantump! In this episode you'll learn all the telltale signs that you're being led to your untimely demise in a forest, Casper the Friendly Ghost's cause of death, and the precise number of times that you should wat...
Beyond the Ball 170 - Whimsicott
October 31, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBCottonee has evolved into Whimsicott and is ready to play some pranks wherever the wind may take it. Make sure you close your windows tight on windy nights and arm yourself with knowledge from Beyond the Ball to protect yourself from a cottony fate! Follow along with the entries below: Black: Like the wind, it can slip through any gap, no matter how small. It leaves balls of white fluff behind. White: Riding whirlwinds, they appear. These Pokémon sneak through gaps into houses and cause al...
Beyond the Ball 169 - Cottonee
October 24, 2022 15:00 - 58 minutes - 57 MBIn this episode we're covering Sam Rami's hit 2002 film Spider-Man! I mean Cottonee! The Cotton Puff Pokemon! Don't worry we're totally not tired and distracted at all. Follow along with the entries below: Black: When attacked, it escapes by shooting cotton from its body. The cotton serves as a decoy to distract the attacker. White: They go wherever the wind takes them. On rainy days, their bodies are heavier, so they take shelter beneath big trees. Black & White 2: Perhaps because they f...
Beyond the Ball 168 - Mienshao
October 17, 2022 15:00 - 57 minutes - 56.6 MBBeyond the Ball is 4 years old and still going strong as we talk about Mienfoo's much more impressive evolved form, Mienshao! Follow along with the entries below: Black: It wields the fur on its arms like a whip. Its arm attacks come with such rapidity that they cannot even be seen. White: They use the long fur on their arms as a whip to strike their opponents. Black & White 2: Using the long fur on its arms like whips, it launches into combo attacks that, once started, no one can stop. ...
Beyond the Ball 167 - Mienfoo
October 10, 2022 15:00 - 56 minutes - 56.1 MBIn this episode, we talk about Pokemon's very own Kung Fu Weasel, Mienfoo! But first we cover some current events including the latest trailer for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (just game mechanics, no new Pokemon spoilers). Black: In fights, they dominate with onslaughts of flowing, continuous attacks. With their sharp claws, they cut enemies. White: They have mastered elegant combos. As they concentrate, their battle moves become swifter and more precise. Black & White 2: It takes pride in...
Beyond the Ball 166 - Dewgong
October 03, 2022 15:00 - 53 minutes - 54.6 MBAfter fixing our omission of Seel's scales last episode, we talk about its evolved form Dewgong! Join us as we learn just how fast it swims, how pumped it gets by cold temperatures, and where it stores its elusive thermal energy! Follow along with the entries below: Red & Blue: Stores thermal energy in its body. Swims at a steady 8 knots even in intensely cold waters. Yellow: Its entire body is a snowy-white. Unharmed by even intense cold, it swims powerfully in icy waters. Gold: Its stre...
Beyond the Ball 165 - Seel
September 26, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBWho's got two tusks, one tongue and an unquenchable desire for cold temperatures despite not being an ICE type Pokemon? That's right, it's Seel! Join us as we uncover just how cold Seel likes it and what that thing on its head is really made of! Follow along with the entries below: Red & Blue: The protruding horn on its head is very hard. It is used for bashing through thick ice. Yellow: Loves freezing cold conditions. Relishes swimming in a frigid climate of around 14F degrees. Gold: Alt...
Beyond the Ball 164 - Bewear
September 19, 2022 18:24 - 1 hour - 64.1 MBStufful has grown exponentially not only in size but in danger as well this episode as we cover it's evolved form, Bewear! Buckle up because we were wholly unprepared for these Pokedex entries. Follow along below: Sun: This immensely dangerous Pokémon possesses overwhelming physical strength. Its habitat is generally off-limits. Moon: This Pokémon has the habit of hugging its companions. Many Trainers have left this world after their spines were squashed by its hug. Ultra Sun: It waves it...
Beyond the Ball 163 - Stufful
September 12, 2022 16:34 - 1 hour - 78.9 MBWe're covering Stufful this episode! It's very cute but what is it really made of and can you pet it? Answers to these questions and more along with us getting distracted by snack nostalgia (again) and Lord of the Rings await you. Plus we talk a little bit about the latest trailer for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet. Follow along with the entries for Stufful below: Sun: Despite its adorable appearance, when it gets angry and flails about, its arms and legs could knock a pro wrestler sprawling. ...
Beyond the Ball 162 - Tangrowth
September 05, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 74.7 MBWe're on to bigger and better vines this episode as we discuss Tangela's evolved form, Tangrowth! More vines, more growing and less mystery! We also reminisce about Tang and take a quick dip into the Anime Corner to be reminded that Team Rocket is indeed still the best part of that show. Follow along with the entries below: Diamond & Pearl: It ensnares prey by extending arms made of vines. Losing arms to predators does not trouble it. Platinum: Its arms are made of plants that bind themsel...
Beyond the Ball 161 - Tangela
August 29, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 75.6 MBWe're back to talk about the one and only Vines With Shoes Pokemon, Tangela! Join us as we answer the big question on everyone's mind: Who is Tangela? Follow along with the entries below: Red & Blue: The whole body is swathed with wide vines that are similar to seaweed. Its vines shake as it walks. Yellow: Its identity is obscured by masses of thick, blue vines. The vines are said to never stop growing. Gold: The vines that cloak its entire body are always jiggling. They effectively unner...
Beyond the Ball Update - I lied!
August 22, 2022 15:54 - 3 minutes - 3.24 MBSooooo, we're still struggling to record right now, but we'll be back as soon as we can! Also I guess they revealed a new Pokemon this week?
Beyond the Ball Update - We'll be back next week!
August 15, 2022 15:19 - 4 minutes - 4.75 MBWill's move is taking a bit longer than expected and we're out of backup episodes so Braden's here for a quick check in and reaction to some of the recent Scarlet and Violet news. We should be back on schedule next week!
Beyond the Ball 160 - AI Dungeon Pokedex Part 3
August 08, 2022 15:42 - 1 hour - 83.9 MBWe're still wandering around in the AI Dungeon looking for wild, new Pokedex entries this week! Join us as we learn about the rejection of gender, Flock Intelligence, the combined power of various objects, and more! Follow along with the entries (courtesy of AI Dungeon) below: Caterpie: It turns from a chrysalis to a beautiful butterfly. So far, none of these have been male or female. They develop from a lovely blue color. Metapod: It has the ability to perform instantaneous metamorphosis....
Beyond the Ball 159 - AI Dungeon Pokedex Part 2
August 01, 2022 15:22 - 1 hour - 85.5 MBWill's in the middle of moving this week so we're headed back into the AI Dungeon this week to see what absurd new Pokedex entries it comes up with. Follow along below: Pinsir: It constantly stalks its prey, looking for the perfect moment to strike. If it sees an opening, it capitalizes on it immediately, charging forward with incredible speed. Mega Pinsir: It can focus all of its energy in one powerful strike. It can also rapidly release thousands of punches in quick succession. It is the...
Beyond the Ball 158 - Dedenne
July 25, 2022 18:30 - 1 hour - 82.4 MBIt's time to talk about a little mouse! A rascal AND a scamp! It's Beyond the Ball's second Pikachu-alike, Dedenne! Follow along with the entries below: X: Its whiskers serve as antennas. By sending and receiving electrical waves, it can communicate with others over vast distances. Y: It uses its tail to absorb electricity from power plants or from outlets in houses, and then it fires the electricity from its whiskers. Ultra Sun: It sneaks into people’s homes and steals electricity from t...
Beyond the Ball 157 - Hisuian Sneasel + Sneasler
July 18, 2022 15:00 - 53 minutes - 64.8 MBWe're light on entries this week so we're pulling double duty to cover Sneasel's Hisuian regional variant and its unique evolved form, Sneasler from Pokemon Legends: Arceus! They've been hitting the gym AND the poison with new types, new capabilities, and new attitudes. Follow along with the entries below: Hisuian Sneasel Legends: Arceus: Its sturdy, curved claws are ideal for traversing precipitous cliffs. From the tips of these claws drips a venom that infiltrates the nerves of any prey ...
Beyond the Ball 156 - Weavile
July 11, 2022 16:43 - 1 hour - 79.1 MBSneasel has evolved and grown in all sorts of ways as Weavile provides us with some delightfully detailed Pokedex entries! Beyond the Ball is eating well today! Follow along with entries below: Diamond: They live in cold regions, forming groups of four or five that hunt prey with impressive coordination. Pearl: It sends signals to others by carving odd patterns in frost-covered trees and ice. Platinum: Evolution made it even more devious. It communicates by clawing signs in boulders. Hea...
Beyond the Ball 155: Sneasel
July 04, 2022 15:24 - 1 hour - 90.7 MBIt's time to talk about one of Braden's faves and a real cool customer, Sneasel! Join us as we discuss the Sharp Claw Pokemon, the problematic representation of Dark type Pokemon, Taggerung and more! Follow along with the entries below: Gold: Its paws conceal sharp claws. If attacked, it suddenly extends the claws and startles its enemy. Silver: Vicious in nature, it drives PIDGEY from their nests and feasts on the eggs that are left behind. Crystal: This cunning POKéMON hides under the c...
Beyond the Ball 154 - Emboar
June 27, 2022 14:10 - 45 minutes - 55.9 MBEmboar! The largest of the fire pigs with scant few Pokedex entries. Join us as we glean what valuable info we can about this blazing, bulky battler and its magnificent mane! Follow along with the entries below: Black: It can throw a fire punch by setting its fists on fire with its fiery chin. It cares deeply about its friends. White: It has mastered fast and powerful fighting moves. It grows a beard of fire. Black & White 2: A flaring beard of fire is proof that it is fired up. It is ade...
Coming Soon: Oops, All Franchises!
June 24, 2022 10:00 - 1 minute - 3.29 MBComing July 8th from Partyfish Media! Oops, All Franchises is a new movie podcast ranking film franchises and sequels to find the best IP there ever was! What makes a good sequel? Does it have to be a good movie? Does it improve on the original? Does a good follow-up have to reward the fans for waiting on the edge of their seat, decade after decade? We'll match each movie against each other based on entertainment, cultural impact, artistry, and more. Come with us on this journey through eve...
Beyond the Ball 153 - Pignite
June 20, 2022 14:04 - 1 hour - 83 MBPignite has arrived and is ready to rumble! Maybe! Join us as we explore the fire in this Pokemon's belly! Before we get to entries though, Braden takes us on an extended journey through the Anime Corner this week to reveal perhaps the most foul villain of the Pokemon franchise! If you want to check out the episodes mentioned, they are The Battle Club & Tepig's Choice! and Evolution by Fire! Follow along with the Pokedex entries below: Black: When its internal fire flares up, its movements ...
Beyond the Ball 152 - Tepig
June 13, 2022 14:29 - 50 minutes - 60.4 MBIt's time to talk Tepig! Join us as we're inevitably charmed by a cute pig and get randomly sidetracked by Disney World and Waluigi. Follow along with the entries below: Black: It can deftly dodge its foe’s attacks while shooting fireballs from its nose. It roasts berries before it eats them. White: It blows fire through its nose. When it catches a cold, the fire becomes pitch-black smoke instead. Black & White 2: It loves to eat roasted berries, but sometimes it gets too excited and burn...
Beyond the Ball 151 - Mew
June 06, 2022 15:17 - 1 hour - 81.6 MBNow that we've covered Mewtwo it only seems natural that we discuss its cute, less-abused predecessor, Mew! What secrets do this ancient Pokemon hold and what new insight can they give is into the world of Pokemon? Find out as we go, once more, Beyond the Ball! Follow along with the entries below: Red and Blue: So rare that it is still said to be a mirage by many experts. Only a few people have seen it worldwide. Yellow: When viewed through a microscope, this POKéMON’s short, fine, delicat...
Coming June 16th: Save The D8 - Epoch
June 06, 2022 10:00 - 1 minute - 1.67 MBSeason 3 of Save The D8 drops this June 16th! All new characters with all new adventurers and... a brand new player, Shane Regan! People are getting abducted from their homelands and trapped in a prison with no name. Prisoners are kept under substandard conditions and either executed or forced to work for the prison when their time comes. Four of these prisoners plan to escape this terrible place and find their way home! Find your way this June 16th on Save The D8: Epoch. Subscribe and lis...
Beyond the Ball Bonus - What if an AI Wrote the Pokedex!? Part 1
June 03, 2022 16:05 - 1 hour - 98.9 MBWe're celebrating 150 episodes of Beyond the Ball by starting an exciting new endeavor! We've generated fresh new Pokedex entries for every Pokemon we've covered in the show so far using AI Dungeon, the hilarious and powerful AI tool/game/infinite content generator, and today we read as many as we can in about 80 minutes! We got through 23 entries in this episode but we'll definitely be coming back to this series on occasion to read more. There were too many entries to include here in the ep...
Beyond the Ball 150 - Mewtwo
May 30, 2022 15:25 - 1 hour - 114 MBEpisode 150 is finally here and, as decided by listener poll, we're talking about the one and only Mewtwo, the McRib of Pokémon! There's a lot to dig into so buckle up for an extra special, oversized episode of Beyond the Ball! Follow along with the entries below: Red and Blue: It was created by a scientist after years of horrific gene splicing and DNA engineering experiments. Yellow: Its DNA is almost the same as MEW’s. However, its size and disposition are vastly different. Gold: Becaus...