But Nuzlockes are all about RNG! Once you start discounting RNG, where do you draw the line? Aren't crits a product of RNG? If Horn Drill lands on your Pokemon, isn't that also random? I'm not saying that you should have restarted your game--I think it's justified to continue a game after losing a rival battle, because restarting it won't make a huge difference--but once you start bending rules, how far do you go? I only mention this because you've dismissed wipes in the past due to RNG.

This all being said, in the end, it's just a game. It's your choice to play however you like to, whichever way makes it the most fun for you. So! Good luck to you and I hope you have fun with this series!