Crustle (#0558) – Stats, Moves, Evolution & Competitive Sets

Base stats

HP70130–177250–344

Atk10599–172193–339

Def125117–194229–383

SpA6563–128121–251

SpD7572–139139–273

Spe4545–10685–207

Total485Higher than 62% of all Pokémon

Ranges: 0 IV/EV with a hindering nature to 31 IV/252 EV with a helpful nature. EV yield: 2 Def.

Stat calculatorChampions Stat Points & Stat Alignment, or EVs, IVs & nature

Speed tiers

Speed at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base 45). Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+106Max97No SP65Min58Scarf159Tailwind212

At max Speed, Crustle outspeeds 11 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC.

Others at their most common Speed investment in Champions VGC (Reg M-C · Doubles, Sep 2026); Pokémon holding a Mega Stone are shown as their Mega.

Type matchups

Weak to

Rock2×Steel2×Water2×

Resists

Normal½×Poison½×

Takes normal damage from 13 types

FightingFlyingGroundBugGhostFireGrassElectricPsychicIceDragonDarkFairy

Abilities

Sturdy
Prevents being KOed from full HP, leaving 1 HP instead. Protects against the one-hit KO moves regardless of HP.
Shell Armor
Protects against critical hits.
Weak ArmorHidden ability
Raises Speed and lowers Defense by one stage each upon being hit by a physical move.

Competitive

National DexRU

Not used in the tracked Showdown formats this month.

Evolution

#0557DwebbleBugRock
1. Level 34#0558CrustleBugRock

Moves

Game Sort Type

Level up 14

1Fury CutterPower doubles every turn this move is used in succession after the first, maxing out after five turns.BugPhys4095%20

1Sand AttackLowers the target’s accuracy by one stage.GroundStatus—100%15

1Smack DownRemoves any immunity to Ground damage.RockPhys50100%15

1WithdrawRaises the user’s Defense by one stage.WaterStatus——40

12Bug BiteIf target has a berry, inflicts double damage and uses the berry.BugPhys60100%20

16FlailInflicts more damage when the user has less HP remaining, with a maximum of 200 power.NormalPhys—100%15

20SlashHas an increased chance for a critical hit.NormalPhys70100%20

24Rock SlideHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch.RockPhys7590%10

28Stealth RockCauses damage when opposing Pokémon switch in.RockStatus——20

32Rock BlastHits 2-5 times in one turn.RockPhys2590%10

38X-ScissorInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.BugPhys80100%15

44Rock PolishRaises the user’s Speed by two stages.RockStatus——20

50Shell SmashRaises user’s Attack, Special Attack, and Speed by two stages. Lower user’s Defense and Special Defense by one stage.NormalStatus——15

56Rock WreckerUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.RockPhys15090%5

TM / HM / TR 32

TM08Hyper BeamUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalSpec15090%5

TM09Giga ImpactUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalPhys15090%5

TM11Solar BeamRequires a turn to charge before attacking.GrassSpec120100%10

TM12Solar BladeRequires a turn to charge before attacking.GrassPhys125100%10

TM15DigUser digs underground, dodging all attacks, and hits next turn.GroundPhys80100%10

TM21RestUser sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself.PsychicStatus——5

TM22Rock SlideHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch.RockPhys7590%10

TM24SnoreHas a 30% chance to make the target flinch. Only works if the user is sleeping.NormalSpec50100%15

TM25ProtectPrevents any moves from hitting the user this turn.NormalStatus——10

TM31AttractTarget falls in love if it has the opposite gender, and has a 50% chance to refuse attacking the user.NormalStatus—100%15

TM32SandstormChanges the weather to a sandstorm for five turns.RockStatus——10

TM39FacadePower doubles if user is burned, paralyzed, or poisoned.NormalPhys70100%20

TM48Rock TombHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.RockPhys6095%15

TM49Sand TombPrevents the target from fleeing and inflicts damage for 2-5 turns.GroundPhys3585%15

TM54Rock BlastHits 2-5 times in one turn.RockPhys2590%10

TM65Shadow ClawHas an increased chance for a critical hit.GhostPhys70100%15

TM76RoundHas double power if it’s used more than once per turn.NormalSpec60100%15

TM81BulldozeHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s Speed by one stage.GroundPhys60100%20

TM98Stomping TantrumHas double power if the user’s last move failed.GroundPhys75100%10

TR00Swords DanceRaises the user’s Attack by two stages.NormalStatus——20

TR10EarthquakeInflicts regular damage and can hit Dig users.GroundPhys100100%10

TR20SubstituteTransfers 1/4 of the user’s max HP into a doll, protecting the user from further damage or status changes until it breaks.NormalStatus——10

TR23SpikesScatters Spikes, hurting opposing Pokémon that switch in.GroundStatus——20

TR26EndurePrevents the user’s HP from lowering below 1 this turn.NormalStatus——10

TR27Sleep TalkRandomly uses one of the user’s other three moves. Only works if the user is sleeping.NormalStatus——10

TR46Iron DefenseRaises the user’s Defense by two stages.SteelStatus——15

TR57Poison JabHas a 30% chance to poison the target.PoisonPhys80100%20

TR60X-ScissorInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.BugPhys80100%15

TR75Stone EdgeHas an increased chance for a critical hit.RockPhys10080%5

TR76Stealth RockCauses damage when opposing Pokémon switch in.RockStatus——20

TR79Heavy SlamPower is higher when the user weighs more than the target, up to a maximum of 120.SteelPhys—100%10

TR99Body PressDamage is calculated using the user's Defense stat as its Attack, including stat stage changes.FightingPhys80100%10

Tutor 2

TutorMeteor BeamRequires a turn to charge before attacking. Raises the users Special Attack by 1 stage after the first turn.RockSpec12090%10

TutorSkitter SmackLowers the target’s Special Attack by one stage.BugPhys7090%10

Pokédex entries

Category: Stone Home Pokémon
Debut: Unova · Black & White
Color: Red
Shape
Habitat: —

Original Unova#064Updated Unova#116Coastal Kalos#024Galar#087Isle of Armor#123

Its thick claws are its greatest weapons. They’re mighty enough to crack Rhyperior’s carapace.
Shield
This highly territorial Pokémon prefers dry climates. It won’t come out of its boulder on rainy days.
Sword
When its boulder is broken in battles for territory, it feels unsure and begins to weaken.
Black 2 · White 2
It possesses legs of enormous strength, enabling it to carry heavy slabs for many days, even when crossing arid land.
White · X · Omega Ruby
Competing for territory, Crustle fight viciously. The one whose boulder is broken is the loser of the battle.
Black · Y · Alpha Sapphire

Names around the world

Japanese: イワパレス
Japanese (romaji): Iwapalace
Korean: 암팰리스
Chinese (Traditional): 岩殿居蟹
Chinese (Simplified): 岩殿居蟹
French: Crabaraque
German: Castellith
Spanish: Crustle
Italian: Crustle

Sprites

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Official artwork

3D models

Generation V

Generation VI

Generation VII

Generation VIII · animated models

Training

EV yield: 2 Def
Catch rate: 75 ≈9.8% with a Poké Ball at full HP
Base friendship: 70
Base experience: 170
Growth rate: Medium

Breeding

Egg groups: BugMineral
Gender: ♂ 50%♀ 50%
Hatch time: 20 egg cycles ≈5,355 steps (Gen IV–VII)

Where to find

Shield: The Crown Tundra 1 area

Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65

Shield: The Isle of Armor 10 areas

Challenge RoadSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 26–60
Courageous CavernSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 28–60
Fields of Honor (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Fields of Honor (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Forest of Focus (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Potbottom Desert (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Training LowlandsSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 26–60
Training Lowlands (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Training Lowlands (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Workout Sea (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50

Sword: The Crown Tundra 1 area

Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65

Sword: The Isle of Armor 10 areas

Challenge RoadSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 26–60
Courageous CavernSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 28–60
Fields of Honor (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Fields of Honor (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Forest of Focus (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Potbottom Desert (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Training LowlandsSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 26–60
Training Lowlands (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Training Lowlands (Max Den F)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Workout Sea (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50

Shield 10 areas

Axew's EyeWalking in tall grass or a cave, Walking in the overworld · Lv 35–60
Dusty Bowl (Max Den I)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Giant's Seat (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Giant's Seat (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Rolling Fields (Main Area)Special overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 34–60
Rolling Fields (Max Den H)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Route 8 (Main)Static encounter · Lv 40
South Lake Miloch (Main Area)Special overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 34–60
Stony Wilderness (Main Area)Special overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 34–60
Stony Wilderness (Max Den L)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60

Sword 10 areas

Axew's EyeWalking in tall grass or a cave, Walking in the overworld · Lv 35–60
Dusty Bowl (Max Den I)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Giant's Seat (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Giant's Seat (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Rolling Fields (Main Area)Special overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 34–60
Rolling Fields (Max Den H)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Route 8 (Main)Static encounter · Lv 40
South Lake Miloch (Main Area)Special overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 34–60
Stony Wilderness (Main Area)Special overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 34–60
Stony Wilderness (Max Den L)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60

Ultra Moon 1 area

Ultra Space WildsStatic encounter · Lv 60

Ultra Sun 1 area

Ultra Space WildsStatic encounter · Lv 60

Alpha Sapphire 1 area

Mirage Mountain (South East of Route 129)Smashing rocks · Lv 37

Omega Ruby 1 area

Mirage Mountain (South East of Route 129)Smashing rocks · Lv 37

White 2 2 areas

Road 18Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 57–65
Seaside Cave (1F)Static encounter · Lv 42

Black 2 2 areas

Road 18Walking in dark grass, Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 57–65
Seaside Cave (1F)Static encounter · Lv 42

White 1 area

Road 18Walking in dark grass · Lv 34–35

Black 1 area

Road 18Walking in dark grass · Lv 34–35