Curatorial Commentary
The card depicts Crustle, a Pokémon resembling a crab, nestled against a rocky landscape. Its sturdy shell, resembling a boulder, blends seamlessly with the natural surroundings, suggesting a sense of stability and strength. The backdrop of rugged cliffs and a clear sky enhances the feeling of being in a tranquil yet resilient environment. This scene captures a moment of quiet determination, as Crustle prepares to defend its territory.
Essay · Noble Victories
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Catalogue plate
№ 7/101
Composition
StyleCartoonishColorfulPlayful
MoodDynamicLighthearted
CompositionFocusedSimple
PaletteContrastingEarthyVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
100
Stage
Stage 1 · evolves from Dwebble
Weakness
Fire ×2
Retreat
X-Scissor
20+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 50 more damage.
Reckless Charge
80
This Pokémon does 10 damage to itself.
Authorship
More from Naoyo Kimura
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Noble Victories, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Crustle
The Crustle canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
