Pokopia Crush Specialty: How to Get Concrete & Make Dye
The Crush specialty is essential for late-game construction in Pokémon Pokopia. Conkeldurr is the only Pokemon with this ability, making it the single most important Pokemon for Sparkling Skylands progression and the massive skyscraper rebuild quest.
Quick Answer
Crush Specialty Summary:
- Conkeldurr — the only Pokemon with Crush specialty
- Location: Sparkling Skylands construction site
- Primary use: Operate Concrete Mixer (Limestone → Concrete)
- Secondary use: Crush berries/food into colored Dye for furniture painting
How to Get Conkeldurr (Step-by-Step)
- 1
Reach Sparkling Skylands
Complete all three previous regions (Withered Wasteland, Bleak Beach, Rocky Ridges). Your Trainer Rank must reach "Ultra" to unlock the Skylands gate.
- 2
Find the Construction Site
Look for the generator area in Sparkling Skylands. You will find Iron Pipes and Iron Scaffolding scattered around.
- 3
Build Conkeldurr's Habitat
Use the Iron Pipes and Iron Scaffolding found on-site to construct a habitat. Conkeldurr requires construction-themed furniture.
- 4
Receive Concrete Mixer Recipe
Once Conkeldurr settles in, it gifts you the Concrete Mixer blueprint. Crafting the mixer costs 2 Iron Ingots.
Concrete Production Chain
(Skylands)
(place near water)
(2 Iron Ingots)
(Crush)
(building material)
Important: The Concrete Mixer must be placed near a water source to function. Limestone is abundant throughout Sparkling Skylands.
Concrete Requirements in Pokopia
Concrete is the most resource-intensive material in the game. Here is where you need it:
| Task | Concrete Needed | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Skyscraper Floor 2 | 50+ | Sparkling Skylands |
| Skyscraper Floor 3 | 80+ | Sparkling Skylands |
| Skyscraper Floor 4 | 100+ | Sparkling Skylands |
| Team Initiation Challenge 4 | 50 | Withered Wasteland |
| Total Estimated | 280+ | — |
Bonus: Dye & Paint Production
Conkeldurr's Crush specialty also lets you create colored dyes for furniture customization:
- → Crush berries → colored Dye
- → Crush food items → Paint
- → Apply Dye/Paint to furniture for custom colors
This is purely cosmetic but great for town decoration in the Palette Town endgame.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Conkeldurr the only Crush Pokemon?
Yes. Conkeldurr is currently the only Pokemon with the Crush specialty. It also has the Build specialty, making it doubly valuable.
Can I get Conkeldurr before Sparkling Skylands?
No. Conkeldurr only appears in Sparkling Skylands, which requires completing the first three regions.
How fast does the Concrete Mixer produce?
Each batch takes about 30-60 seconds of real time. You can build multiple mixers and assign Conkeldurr to rotate between them.
Where do I find Limestone?
Limestone is abundant throughout Sparkling Skylands. Break rock formations with Rock Smash to collect it. Also available on Rocky Ridges Dream Islands.