A Pokemon Scarlet and Violet fan created a real-life version of Grusha's scarf. The Glaseado Gym Leader is known for his gender-ambiguous appearance, and for being one of the toughest to beat in the game.
According to the Pokemon Scarlet and Violet website, Grusha is a former professional snowboarder before becoming a full-time Gym Leader in Glaseado Mountain. He summons four Ice-type Pokemon when players battle him: Frosmoth, Beartic, Altaria, and his main companion Cetitan. Although Pokemon Scarlet and Violet allows players to face Gym Leaders in any order, it's often suggested to go to Grusha last because of his Pokemon's high level. Plus, when players seek him out for a rematch, he will have a Tera Altaria, along with stronger versions of his main roster.
Since he's living in a snowy mountain, Grusha is dressed in winter clothes, topped off with an oversized scarf that covers half his face. While winter is coming to an end soon in the Northern Hemisphere, it didn't stop Pokemon Scarlet and Violet fan Neko_shii from crocheting their version of Grusha's scarf, which took them about two weeks to complete. In a Reddit post, they showed off the pink and blue accessory, complete with a Poke Ball hanging on one of the ends.
Many fellow Pokemon Scarlet and Violet fans complimented the scarf and said that it should be sold as official Pokemon merchandise. They also noted that it would be the perfect accessory to have for people who want to cosplay Grusha. Some asked Neko_shii if they followed a crochet pattern, which they said that they just copied the design of Grusha's scarf and only used a pattern for the Poke Ball.
Pokemon fans often use different mediums to create art based on their favorite characters, and crochet is a popular choice. Recently, a fan made crocheted plushies of Eevee and all of its Eeveelutions, which looked like it took a lot of time to do. While Grusha's scarf is definitely great for warming up during the winter, it might not be advisable to wear it while snowboarding.
In every Pokemon game, the goal is to battle the best Gym Leaders in their regions and get gym badges to show off their accomplishments. This is why many Gym Leaders, like Pokemon Scarlet and Violet's Larry and Grusha, have become memorable as they not only challenge many players to have the best lineup, their personalities and design live on through art and nostalgic gameplay.
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are available now for Nintendo Switch.
Source: Reddit
