Crustle

Crustle

Selected Masterpiece • 8/108
Artist Ryo Ueda
Market Price $1.77
Dark Explorers Black & White 2012
The Illustrator

Ryo Ueda

Ryo Ueda has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 2003 to 2023, spanning more than 400 illustrations. Work appears across EX, XY, and Sword & Shield, with a digital, action-forward approach that favors focused framing, balanced layouts, and vibrant, contrasting color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Crustle in a rugged, rocky landscape, its large claws poised as if ready to defend its territory. The surrounding boulders hint at the Pokémon's strength and adaptability in its harsh environment. There’s a sense of determination in Crustle’s stance, reflecting its role as a guardian of the stones. This snapshot captures a moment of quiet resilience in the life of this sturdy Pokémon.”

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 16, 2026.

Rarity Uncommon
Card Type Grass
Artist Ryo Ueda
Era
Black & White
Release
09/05/2012

Cut

30

Heavy Bullet

70

Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost