Top 10 Best Shells Ranked in Another Crab’s Treasure

In Another Crab’s Treasure, similar to many Souls-like titles, the selection of armor and skills can significantly impact your gaming experience. Players control Kril, a hermit crab, whose success in combat heavily relies on the choice of shells throughout the adventure.

This game is indeed a more accessible Souls-like than its predecessors, but equipping Kril with the right shells remains essential for survival. Kril is not only a charismatic protagonist but also one of the standout video game characters of 2024, so ensuring his safety is paramount.

Each shell serves a dual purpose in Another Crab’s Treasure: they improve Kril’s defensive stats and provide unique Umami powers, activated using the square button at a cost of Umami charges. With a total of 69 shells available, finding the most suitable ones can be a challenge. However, this guide aims to simplify your choices by showcasing the top ten shells that can help you dominate underwater foes.

While the shells vary in weight classes—Small, Medium, and Large—this article will primarily focus on Medium and Large options. Although Small shells enhance movement flexibility, the superior defense offered by Medium and Large shells is often too beneficial to overlook in a high-damage gaming environment.

10 Bartholomew

Get Your Duck On

Another Crab's Treasure Bartholomew Shell

Hit Points	75
Defense	40
Weight	Small
Bonus State	+5 Attack
Umami Skill	Bombs Away!
Umami Cost	1 Charge
First Location	Purchased From Shellfish Desires In New Carcinia

The Bartholomew shell stands out as the only small-weight option in our top 10 list. Its decent HP and solid attack boost of +5 make it a valuable choice. The Umami skill, Bombs Away!, provides a dramatic area-of-effect attack, allowing Kril to self-destruct and damage nearby enemies when health is low.

9 Impostor

Red Is Sus

Hit Points	130
Defense	45
Weight	Medium
Bonus State	+5 Attack
Umami Skill	Smokescreen
Umami Cost	1 Charge
First Location	Purchased From Shellfish Desires In New Carcinia

Inspired by a beloved indie game, the Impostor shell features a character reminiscent of the Among Us series. It boasts admirable HP of 130 and an excellent +5 attack bonus. The Smokescreen ability provides Kril with an escape option, cloaking him in ink to evade foes, making it an excellent choice for players who strategize their combat style.

8 Detergent Cap

It’s Laundry Day

Another Crab's Treasure Detergent Cap Shell

Hit Points	200
Defense	30
Weight	Large
Bonus State	+4 Attack
Umami Skill	Pop Off
Umami Cost	1 Charge
First Location	The Old Ocean – Bleached Glade

Unlocked later in the game, the Detergent Cap shell offers impressive HP and boosts Kril’s attack stat effectively. Its Umami skill, Pop Off, engages Kril in melee combat, delivering a powerful spinning attack that can be devastating if utilized wisely.

7 Mouse

Saving You With Clicks

Hit Points	175
Defense	35
Weight	Large
Bonus State	None
Umami Skill	Shellshock
Umami Cost	1 Charge
First Location	The Unfathom – Hermit’s Plateau

The Shellshock skill appears early in the game but reaches its peak effectiveness with the Mouse shell, offering superior damage potential and survivability.

6 Dump trucks

Keep Rolling, Rolling

Hit Points	230
Defense	25
Weight	Large
Bonus State	None
Umami Skill	Rollout
Umami Cost	1 Charge
First Location	Flotsam Vale – Mag-Rail Platform

The Dumptruck shell is not just adorable but also exceptionally durable, with a remarkable HP of 230. Its Rollout ability allows for both quick movement and launching offensive attacks, making it a versatile choice for any Kril player.

5 Boxing Glove

Have A Fighting Chance

Another Crab's Treasure Boxing Glove Shell

Hit Points	100
Defense	25
Weight	Large
Bonus State	+5 Attack
Umami Skill	Squash
Umami Cost	2 Charges
First Location	Flotsam Vale – Company Town

Despite a lower HP-to-weight ratio, the Boxing Glove shell offers a robust +5 attack bonus and a fearsome Umami skill named Squash, allowing Kril to unleash devastating ground-pound attacks when leveled up sufficiently.

4 Disco Ball

Stayin’ Alive

Another Crab's Treasure Disco Ball Shell

Hit Points	200
Defense	25
Weight	Medium
Bonus State	+5 MSG
Umami Skill	Twinkle
Umami Cost	1 Charge
First Location	The Sands Between – Central Vista

The Disco Ball shell is not only stylish but also practical, providing an enjoyable game mechanic with its Twinkle Umami skill—launching homing projectiles at enemies. Its added +5 MSG helps enhance Kril’s damage potential, making it a sought-after shell in gameplay.

3 Valve

Steamed Crab

Hit Points	200
Defense	45
Weight	Large
Bonus State	+10 Resistance
Umami Skill	Fizzle
Umami Cost	1 Charge
First Location	The Sands Between – Central Vista

With its 200 HP and an impressive +10 resistance bonus, the Valve shell is undoubtedly one of the strongest options available. Its Fizzle skill unleashes explosive orbs at enemies, making it potent against foes, especially when used with proper strategy and leveled up stats.

2 Trophy

Will Help Earn The Platinum

Hit Points	180
Defense	20
Weight	Large
Bonus State	+5 MSG
Umami Skill	Party Time!
Umami Cost	1 Charge
First Location	Purchased From Shellfish Desires In New Carcinia

The Trophy shell stands out with one of the most effective Umami skills known as Party Time!. This skill allows Kril to unleash a confetti blast that can shatter enemy defenses while giving Kril an edge in battle against various foes.

1 Knight’s Helmet

Saves Your Souls

Another Crab's Treasure Knight's Helmet Shell

Hit Points	350
Defense	70
Weight	Large
Bonus State	None
Umami Skill	Juggernaut
Umami Cost	3 Charges
First Location	The Old Ocean – Lookout Tower

The Knight’s Helmet is unrivaled in terms of defense within Another Crab’s Treasure, boasting an astounding 350 HP and 70 defense points. Coupled with the Juggernaut ability, Kril can endure rigorous battles, even allowing for respite without constant blocking. This shell is a notable reward for players who conquer challenging platforming obstacles as it embodies the ultimate defense necessary for survival.

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