ONE-HANDED NASH ft. LI JOE! The Excellent Adventures of Gootecks & Mike Ross Ep. 125 (SFV)

Fresh off a dominant fifth-place finish at Evo 2016, LI Joe joins Gootecks and Mike Ross for an unhinged episode of Excellent Adventures where he tackles one of his signature characters—Nash—using only one hand. The self-imposed restriction transforms what could be a straightforward session into a test of pure fundamentals, forcing Joe to rely on positioning and spacing rather than complex inputs. Between matches, the crew ventures into character variety as Joe steps outside his comfort zone, while Gootecks and Mike indulge in a costume-purchasing spree that leaves their wallets noticeably lighter. The energy stays loose throughout, punctuated by increasingly committed Macho Man Randy Savage impressions from all three players. What emerges is less about technical perfection and more about the chemistry between three players pushing the game's mechanics in ridiculous directions—a hallmark of the show's appeal. Viewers consistently note that Joe's one-handed play often outpaces two-handed efforts from less experienced players, underscoring just how strong his fundamentals have become. The episode captures the post-Evo buzz and the comfortable rhythm these three have developed over 125 episodes of collaborative play.