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Basculin Blue Striped is a Pokémon introduced in Generation V.

Type: Water

Abilities:

• Rock Head: Prevents recoil damage from moves like Double-Edge, allowing Basculin to use powerful attacks without suffering recoil.
• Adaptability: Boosts the power of its same-type attack bonus (STAB) moves, making Water-type moves even more potent.
• Mold Breaker (Hidden Ability): Allows moves to be used without being affected by the opponent's abilities, bypassing abilities like Levitate.

Physical Characteristics:

• A fish-like Pokémon with a streamlined body, featuring a prominent blue stripe along its side that distinguishes it from its Red-Striped counterpart.
• Notable for its large, sharp teeth and fierce expression, which reflect its aggressive nature.
• Possesses fins that aid in swift swimming, making it a fast and agile aquatic predator.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Known for its aggressive behavior, often engaging in territorial disputes with other Pokémon, particularly its Red-Striped counterpart.
• Inhabits freshwater bodies such as lakes and rivers, preferring areas with strong currents where it can hunt and compete with others.
• Lives in schools, which can sometimes result in fierce battles between Blue-Striped and Red-Striped Basculin.

In Battle:

• Functions as a fast physical attacker with a strong Attack stat, making it effective in quick, offensive strategies.
• Can learn a variety of Water-type moves, such as Aqua Jet and Waterfall, as well as coverage moves like Crunch and Ice Beam.
• Particularly effective against Rock, Ground, and Fire type Pokémon due to its Water typing.
• Vulnerable to Grass and Electric type moves, requiring careful management to avoid these threats.

Evolution:

• Basculin does not evolve; however, it can change form when transferred to the Hisui region, where it evolves into Basculegion under certain conditions.
• This evolution enhances its combat capabilities and gives it access to new moves and strategies.

Interesting Facts:

• Basculin's rivalry with its Red-Striped counterpart is a notable aspect of its character, often highlighted in Pokémon lore and media.
• Appears in various Pokémon games and media, including the anime and trading card game, where it is depicted as a fierce and tenacious competitor.
• Its distinctive cry and animations in the games add to its aggressive and competitive image.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Black: Red and blue Basculin get along so poorly, they’ll start fighting instantly. These Pokémon are very hostile.
• White: Red and blue Basculin usually do not get along, but sometimes members of one school mingle with the other’s school.
• Black-2: Red- and blue-striped Basculin are very violent and always fighting. They are also remarkably tasty.
• White-2: Red- and blue-striped Basculin are very violent and always fighting. They are also remarkably tasty.
• X: Red- and blue-striped Basculin are very violent and always fighting. They are also remarkably tasty.
• Y: Red and blue Basculin usually do not get along, but sometimes members of one school mingle with the other’s school.
• Omega-Ruby: Red- and blue-striped Basculin are very violent and always fighting. They are also remarkably tasty.
• Alpha-Sapphire: Red and blue Basculin usually do not get along, but sometimes members of one school mingle with the other’s school.
• Ultra-Sun: Savage, violent Pokémon, red and blue Basculin are always fighting each other over territory.
• Ultra-Moon: When a school of Basculin appears in a lake, everything else disappears, except for Corphish and Crawdaunt. That’s how violent Basculin are.
• Sword: Anglers love the fight this Pokémon puts up on the hook. And there are always more to catch— many people release them into lakes illicitly.
• Shield: In the past, it often appeared on the dinner table. The meat of red-striped Basculin is on the fatty side, and it’s more popular with the youth.
• Legends-Arceus: Though it differs from other Basculin in several respects, including demeanor—this one is gentle—I have categorized it as a regional form given the vast array of shared qualities.

550 National

56 Original-Unova

104 Updated-Unova

60 Kalos-Mountain

188 Updated-Alola

89 Updated-Akala

80 Updated-Ulaula

75 Updated-Poni

154 Galar

64 Crown-Tundra

166 Hisui

138 Paldea

194 Kitakami