Crustle – Boundaries Crossed (#85)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Crustle (#85) is a Rare Holo card from Black & White - Boundaries Crossed released in 2012. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Stone Edge attack (70+ damage), Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $3.00, Cardmarket average sale is €3.68, Floor listings start near €0.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $3.00
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.56
- Recent low listing: €0.50
Card Details
- Set
- Boundaries Crossed
- Card Number
- 85
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP
- 100
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Sturdy
If this Pokémon has full HP and would be Knocked Out by damage from an attack, this Pokémon is not Knocked Out and its remaining HP becomes 10 instead.
Attacks & Strategy
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Stone Edge
[Fighting, Fighting, Colorless]
— 70+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Crustle from Boundaries Crossed (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2012, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Crustle 85 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Crustle's Stone Edge deals 70+ damage for Fighting + Fighting + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 more damage.
Stats Overview: 100 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boundaries Crossed #85 ← Current | 100 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $3.00 |
�📦 Boundaries Crossed Set Context
This Crustle is part of the Boundaries Crossed expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2012.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, 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
- Rare Holo cards from Boundaries Crossed are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita 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 85 was released in 2012 in the Boundaries Crossed expansion. This set is part of the Black & White series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Boundaries Crossed is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Crustle have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in 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.