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Crabrawler(JP) is a species of Pokémon of the series of the same name. It is a Fighting Pokémon introduced in the seventh generation in Pokémon Sun and Moon. It evolves into Crabominable when at the tallest mountain in Alola. From the ninth generation and onward, it evolves into Crabominable via an Ice Stone.

Physiology and Behavior[]

Crabrawler is a crustacean Pokémon resembling a crab. Most of its shell is purple with blue and yellow accents. It has two long, yellow antennae over its eyes. One blue eyelid is usually half-closed, giving it the appearance of a black eye. The purple shell covering its body appears to be made of three parts: two plain plates covering the shoulders and part of the chest and one plate covered in blue stripes across its underside. A large portion of its yellow body is visible down the center of its chest and a tiny spot is visible in the center of its back. Crabrawler has three pairs of legs. The two rear pairs are smaller with yellow joints and blue tips. The foremost pair of legs has large blue pincers resembling boxing gloves. There is a small amount of meat in its claws, which is considered delicious.

A competitive Pokémon that hates to lose, this Pokémon uses its large claws as protection for its face and belly while it closes in on opponents. Crabrawler's pincers sometimes break off from overuse, but they grow back quickly. Crabrawler strives to achieve not only a high social standing, but a physically higher position as well. It can be found clinging to buildings or even tall people, and will punch anyone who attempts to remove it from its perch. In the event that it does lose, its mouth will foam before it faints.

While it is capable of splitting tree trunks, it usually punches trees to knock down ripe berries. Many Crabrawler will gather around a tree to compete for the ripe berries.  Crabrawler also preys on Exeggcute. It has been known to mistake Exeggutor for coconut trees, which shake and stomp Crabrawler off when climbed.

Appearances[]

Origin[]

Crabrawler is based on a crab, likely the coconut crab. Some of Crabrawler's attributes are reminiscent of professional boxers.

Crabrawler may be a combination of crab and brawler.

In-game Information[]

Pokédex Entries[]

Title Entry
Seventh Pokémon generation
Pokémon Sun While guarding its weak points with its pincers, it looks for an opening and unleashes punches. When it loses, it foams at the mouth and faints.
Pokémon Moon It punches so much, its pincers often come off from overuse, but they grow back quickly. What little meat they contain is rich and delicious.
Pokémon Ultra Sun Its hard pincers are well suited to both offense and defense. Fights between two Crabrawler are like boxing matches.
Pokémon Ultra Moon Crabrawler has been known to mistake Exeggutor for a coconut tree and climb it. The enraged Exeggutor shakes it off and stomps it.
Ninth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Scarlet This Pokémon punches trees and eats the berries that drop down, training itself and getting food at the same time.
Pokémon Violet If it loses its pincers, they'll quickly regrow. The pincers are popular ingredients in Paldea since their shells produce a tasty soup stock.


Game Locations[]

Title Location(s)
Seventh Pokémon generation
Pokémon Sun
Routes 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 10, 16, and 17, Berry Fields, Poni Plains, Poni Wilds, Secluded Shore (Berry Trees)
Pokémon Moon
Routes 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 10, 16, and 17, Berry Fields, Poni Plains, Poni Wilds, Secluded Shore (Berry Trees)
Pokémon Ultra Sun
Routes 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 10, 16, and 17, Ula'ula Beach, Poni Wilds, Poni Plains (Berry piles)
Pokémon Ultra Moon
Routes 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 10, 16, and 17, Ula'ula Beach, Poni Wilds, Poni Plains (Berry piles)
Ninth Pokémon generation
Pokémon Scarlet
South Province: Area Five
East Province: Area Two
West Province: Area One, Area Two
North Province: Glaseado Mountain
Pokémon Violet
South Province: Area Five
East Province: Area Two
West Province: Area One, Area Two
North Province: Glaseado Mountain

Evolution[]

Crabrawler
Level up at
Mt. Lanakina
Use Ice Stone Ice Stone (SV)
Crabominable
PKMN739 PKMN740


Stats[]

Base Stats
HP 47
Attack 82
Defense 57
Sp. Attack 42
Sp. Defense 47
Speed 63
Total 338


Moveset[]

Main article: Crabrawler/moveset

Gallery[]

Renders[]

Renders
Sun Moon
PKMNSM739


PKMNSM739-S


Scarlet Violet
PKMNSV739


PKMNSV739-S


Trivia[]

  • Crabrawler was known by the code name "Crab 1" during development.
  • Crabrawler is the only Pokémon with a base stat total of 338.
  • Crabrawler and Crabominable are the only Fighting-type Pokémon to have an insectoid body, and the only Fighting-type Pokémon in the Water 3 Egg Group.
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