A creative Pokemon enthusiast has reimagined Crustle in a brand-new way, bringing together elements from role-playing games and familiar Pokemon characteristics to create something truly unique. This new version, dubbed the “Chest Form,” takes on the appearance of a pirate treasure chest, mixing aquatic features with the original Crustle’s design. Imagine stumbling upon this eerie creature if you were exploring the Pokemon world—it would definitely leave an impression!
For those who don’t know, the world of Pokemon has continuously evolved over the years with fresh faces and exciting new forms for classic characters. Besides full-fledged new species, Pokemon trainers have seen their beloved companions undergo incredible transformations like Gigantamax, Mega Evolutions, and Terastallization to offer new looks and capabilities. Crustle’s new appearance might remind some of these evolutions, but stands out all its own.
Conceptualized by a fan artist known as Matratzfratz, this redesigned Crustle trades its usual rock shell for a weathered treasure chest filled with loot. The pirate theme doesn’t stop there; Crustle’s claws have morphed into swashbuckling hooks. And for an extra creepy twist, it draws in unsuspecting divers and gradually digests them—a chilling addition to any Pokedex entry! Additionally, there’s an alternate version of its pre-evolution, Dwebble, which resembles an old diving helmet, called the “Hadal Form.” With Bug/Water as its types, Crustle becomes an intriguingly spooky remix of familiar concepts.
This new rendition has sparked discussions among Pokemon fans, with some proposing different typing, like Bug/Grass. One fan even likened it to the infamous Mimic—a classic RPG foe known for imitating treasure chests, only to spring a trap on players. The thought of encountering one of these lurking underwater is enough to send shivers down anyone’s spine!
In the larger Pokemon universe, giving creatures striking new forms keeps the game dynamic and ensures battles remain fresh. Players love strategizing with these various forms, and the upcoming release, Pokemon Legends: Z-A, promises to reinvigorate the battlefield with returning and newly designed Mega Evolutions. While Pokemon like Crustle continue to evolve imaginatively in fan art, the franchise itself shows no signs of slowing its expansion of options and strategies in the official games.
