Crustle – Black Bolt (#52)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Crustle (#52) is an Uncommon card from Scarlet & Violet - Black Bolt released in 2025. It showcases artwork by Tetsu Kayama and the Stone Edge attack (80+ damage), Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 60 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.04, Cardmarket average sale is €0.04, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.04
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.03
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Black Bolt
- Card Number
- 52
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Tetsu Kayama
- HP
- 150
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation I ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Sturdy
If this Pokémon has full HP and would be Knocked Out by damage from an attack, it is not Knocked Out, and its remaining HP becomes 10.
Attacks & Strategy
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Stone Edge
[Fighting, Colorless, Colorless]
— 80+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 60 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Crustle from Black Bolt (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2025, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Tetsu Kayama.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Crustle 52 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark I, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Crustle's Stone Edge deals 80+ damage for Fighting + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 60 more damage.
Stats Overview: 150 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Grass ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Crustle Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Bolt #52 ← Current | 150 | 1 attack | Uncommon | $0.04 |
�📦 Black Bolt Set Context
This Crustle is part of the Black Bolt expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2025.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Tetsu Kayama, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Crustle card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Uncommon cards from Black Bolt are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Tetsu Kayama resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Crustle 52 was released in 2025 in the Black Bolt expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Tetsu Kayama. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Black Bolt is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Crustle have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Crustle card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Crustle works best in Fighting type decks. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.