🔒Creating a diabolical save file in Pokemon Ruby
⏳Trapping the player in a soft lock by intentionally losing to Winona
🎮Careful planning, precise timing, and RNG manipulation
😈The result is an evil save file that unsuspecting players may struggle to escape from
⏰The process can take over 2 hours to set up and execute
Can this soft lock be escaped?
—No, once the soft lock is triggered, there is no known way to escape it within the game. The player will be permanently trapped.
Does this soft lock occur in other Pokemon games?
—No, this specific soft lock can only be replicated in Pokemon Ruby (Japanese version) and Sapphire. It does not work in any other Pokemon game.
Is this a glitch or intentional game design?
—This soft lock is a result of exploiting a glitch in the game's mechanics. It was not intended by the game developers and is considered an unintended consequence of certain actions.
Can this soft lock be prevented?
—Yes, by knowing the specific actions and steps required to trigger the soft lock, players can avoid creating a save file that leads to this situation. It is important to carefully follow the instructions provided in the video to prevent accidental soft locks.
Are there any benefits or rewards for completing this challenge?
—No, this challenge is purely for entertainment and testing the limits of the game's mechanics. There are no in-game rewards or benefits for completing or attempting this challenge.
00:00Introduction to the diabolical Pokemon Ruby soft lock challenge
02:35Explanation of the setup process, including party composition and actions required
06:14Demonstration of the soft lock process and how to intentionally lose to Winona
11:33Discussion of the difficulties and time-consuming nature of the challenge
12:19Conclusion and final thoughts on the diabolical Pokemon Ruby soft lock challenge
