Nyxterial

NOTES: If a similar guide already exists, I'm willing to delete this thread. I am also willing to expand this list (like this post) if other mono-type runners are willing to pitch in to create the list for other types! Pokemon marked with an asterisk (*) become dark types with a use of an item. Whether you consider them valid or not for a monotype run is your prerogative. I listed the Pokemon according to the earliest possible chapter/gym leader you can encounter them. Starter and mystery egg have been also been indicated in which earliest possible chapter/gym leader you can encounter them (if possible). Credits to Dred1125 and his team for the encounter spreadsheet found here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1BjtFPXn8G37j621l_68fBcoNx3Qsvrg1idjS6c_Umls/edit#gid=805790757 Mono-Dark

I was literally crying in tears and shaking uncontrollably as I finished Lin 2. I completed my first monotype (ice), no-item, set mode, run in one of the most difficult Pokémon fangames I have ever played. I can truly say that my knowledge of this game exponentially expanded due to the SHEER amount of weakness the ice type have. I am proud to present my champion team of six. (I am also currently taking Japanese classes in university, so I went with a Japanese naming scheme for my Pokemon! I just wish Reborn had East Asian letters installed. Meh, romaji will do. Click the spoiler below the picture for the rough translations!) I am willing to post a Q&A session on how I managed to pull off this godforsaken run! Do I recommend this to anybody? ...NO. The ice type has a bunch of weaknesses that require a lot of skill and planning to triumph. In the worst of battles, (Kiki, Samson, Titania, Anna, Lin 2), I had to memorize the switching patterns, micromanage held items, and choreograph EVERY SINGLE move to ensure my victory. I do not recommend it for beginners. Plans for post-game? I might just drop my rules. Yes, Articuno and Kyurem might be there, but I seriously do not want to push with the monotype anymore! It's mentally, and sometimes, emotionally exhausting. As long as I have beaten the Elite Four, I have technically won the game, so that concludes my first mono-ice run!