Crustle

Crustle

Selected Masterpiece • 52/86
Artist Tetsu Kayama
Market Price $0.13
Black Bolt Scarlet & Violet 2025
The Illustrator

Tetsu Kayama

Tetsu Kayama has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 2023 to 2025, with appearances across Scarlet & Violet-era releases including Paradox Rift, Obsidian Flames, and Paldean Fates. The work leans whimsical and lighthearted, with vibrant palettes and balanced, action-forward framing.

Curatorial Commentary

“In the illustration, Crustle stands resolutely beneath a rocky outcrop, its large shell providing a sense of shelter and strength. The underwater scene is filled with vibrant marine life, hinting at a bustling ecosystem surrounding this steadfast Pokémon. Crustle's determined expression suggests a moment of fierce competition, as it prepares to defend its territory against any challengers. This snapshot captures the essence of survival in its natural habitat.”

Editorial & Data

Published by Artchu Editorial. Card facts are based on structured reference data and Artchu enrichment. Visual commentary is AI-assisted and human-reviewed. Visual ranking reflects Artchu’s internal art_score methodology. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 21, 2026.

Rarity Uncommon
Card Type Fighting
Era
Scarlet & Violet
Release
18/07/2025

Stone Edge

80+

Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 60 more damage.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost