Crustle Collector’s Guide: Destined Rivals #12

Character Intro

Crustle from the Destined Rivals set is a Rare Pokémon card with 150 HP. It features the ability Mysterious Rock Inn and the attack Superb Scissors. This card is numbered 12 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Dwebble)
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Ability: Mysterious Rock Inn — Prevents all damage done to Crustle by attacks from opponent’s Pokémon ex.
• Attack: Superb Scissors — Deals 120 damage unaffected by effects on the opponent’s Active Pokémon.
• Flavor Text: Its thick claws are its greatest weapons. They’re mighty enough to crack Rhyperior’s carapace.
• Regulation Mark: I
• Set Code: sv10
• Series: Scarlet & Violet
• Card ID: sv10-12
• Image URL: /images/sv10/sv10-12.jpg

Key Printings

This exact printing of Crustle appears in the Destined Rivals set as card number 12. It is a Rare card illustrated by Po-Suzuki, featuring the ability “Mysterious Rock Inn” and the attack “Superb Scissors.”

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code sv10 and card number 12. The card’s rarity is Rare, and it carries the regulation mark I. The market reference query is “Crustle Destined Rivals 12.”

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
Not currently listed as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its unique ability and attack make it an interesting choice for casual play, but official tournament legality is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant illustration and maintain card condition, store this Crustle card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and unique artwork, keeping it in a top-loader or binder with acid-free pages is recommended.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Destined Rivals (sv10): Introduces Crustle as a Rare Grass-type Stage 1 Pokémon with a defensive ability against Pokémon ex and a strong attack that ignores opponent effects. The card stands out for its high HP and retreat cost, fitting decks that value durability and consistent damage output.