Crustle
B#0558 · Gen 5 · BST 485
Base stats
Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)
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Stats by nature (Level 50)
HP 145 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV
| Nature | Atk | Def | SpA | SpD | Spe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardy(neutral) | 125 | 145 | 85 | 95 | 65 |
| Lonely | 137 ▲ | 130 ▼ | 85 | 95 | 65 |
| Brave | 137 ▲ | 145 | 85 | 95 | 58 ▼ |
| Adamant | 137 ▲ | 145 | 76 ▼ | 95 | 65 |
| Naughty | 137 ▲ | 145 | 85 | 85 ▼ | 65 |
| Bold | 112 ▼ | 159 ▲ | 85 | 95 | 65 |
| Docile(neutral) | 125 | 145 | 85 | 95 | 65 |
| Relaxed | 125 | 159 ▲ | 85 | 95 | 58 ▼ |
| Impish | 125 | 159 ▲ | 76 ▼ | 95 | 65 |
| Lax | 125 | 159 ▲ | 85 | 85 ▼ | 65 |
| Timid | 112 ▼ | 145 | 85 | 95 | 71 ▲ |
| Hasty | 125 | 130 ▼ | 85 | 95 | 71 ▲ |
| Serious(neutral) | 125 | 145 | 85 | 95 | 65 |
| Jolly | 125 | 145 | 76 ▼ | 95 | 71 ▲ |
| Naive | 125 | 145 | 85 | 85 ▼ | 71 ▲ |
| Modest | 112 ▼ | 145 | 93 ▲ | 95 | 65 |
| Mild | 125 | 130 ▼ | 93 ▲ | 95 | 65 |
| Quiet | 125 | 145 | 93 ▲ | 95 | 58 ▼ |
| Bashful(neutral) | 125 | 145 | 85 | 95 | 65 |
| Rash | 125 | 145 | 93 ▲ | 85 ▼ | 65 |
| Calm | 112 ▼ | 145 | 85 | 104 ▲ | 65 |
| Gentle | 125 | 130 ▼ | 85 | 104 ▲ | 65 |
| Sassy | 125 | 145 | 85 | 104 ▲ | 58 ▼ |
| Careful | 125 | 145 | 76 ▼ | 104 ▲ | 65 |
| Quirky(neutral) | 125 | 145 | 85 | 95 | 65 |
Role · Legality
Legal regulations: regulation-m-a
VGC analysis
Crustle is a Bug/Rock-type Pokémon that tends to fit a trick room role in VGC, commonly paired with Dialga Origin and checked by Zamazenta Crowned. Figures here are estimated and matchup dependent.
Strengths
- + Bug-type STAB options
- + Usable bulk or offense depending on EVs
- + Pairs well with Dialga Origin
Weaknesses
- − Depends on team support
- − Matchup dependent
- − Watch out for Zamazenta Crowned
How to use this data
Use this page to understand Crustle's role in the current VGC metagame. Check the base stats and Level 50 benchmarks to plan your EV spreads. Review common moves, items, abilities and Tera types to see what the community uses most. The partners section shows which Pokémon pair well with Crustle, while counters and checks highlight what to watch out for in team preview.
Last updated: July 2026 (Regulation Set M-A). Data is based on available competitive trends and editorial review.
Common builds & options
Moves
- Special
Special Bug STAB; may lower Sp. Def.
Pow90Acc100%PP10 - Physical
Deals damage then switches the user out.
Pow70Acc100%PP20 
PhysicalSpread Rock move with a flinch chance.
Pow75Acc90%PP10- Physical
High-power Rock STAB with high crit rate.
Pow100Acc80%PP5 
PhysicalSpread Ground move hitting all adjacent (incl. ally).
Pow100Acc100%PP10
Suggested usage notes
Crustle performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Trick Room Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.
When teambuilding, pair Crustlewith Pokémon that cover its type weaknesses (see counters section below) and provide the speed control or redirection it needs to function. Review the common moves and items section for established sets, then adjust based on your team's specific needs.
Partners · Counters · Checks
Frequently asked questions
＋Is Crustle good in ChampionsVGC?
Crustle can fit a trick room role, commonly alongside Dialga Origin and kept in check by Zamazenta Crowned. This is an estimate based on available data and does not guarantee results.
＋What types is Crustle?
Crustle is Bug/Rock-type.