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Basculin White Striped is a Pokémon introduced in Generation VIII.

Type: Water

Abilities:

• Rattled: Increases the Pokémon's Speed stat by one stage when hit by a Bug-, Ghost-, or Dark-type move, allowing it to become faster and potentially outspeed opponents.
• Adaptability: Enhances the power of the Pokémon's same-type attack bonus (STAB) moves, making its Water-type attacks significantly more potent.

Physical Characteristics:

• Basculin White Striped has a streamlined, fish-like appearance with a sleek body and a distinctive white stripe running horizontally along its side.
• It features sharp fins and a menacing set of teeth, emphasizing its aggressive nature in water habitats.
• Its coloration and markings are unique among Basculin forms, setting it apart from the Red-Striped and Blue-Striped variations.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Known for its aggressive and territorial nature, Basculin White Striped often engages in skirmishes with other Basculin forms.
• Prefers freshwater environments such as lakes and rivers, where it can utilize its speed and agility to hunt prey.
• Typically found in schools, Basculin White Striped work together to defend their territory and hunt for food.

In Battle:

• With its high Speed stat and powerful Water-type moves, Basculin White Striped can effectively outspeed and overpower its opponents.
• Its ability to learn a variety of moves provides coverage against different types, making it versatile in battle.
• Its Water typing gives it an advantage against Fire, Ground, and Rock-type Pokémon, but it should be cautious of Electric and Grass-type moves.

Evolution:

• Basculin White Striped does not evolve from or into any other Pokémon, maintaining its form throughout its life cycle.

Interesting Facts:

• Basculin White Striped's introduction in Pokémon Legends: Arceus added a new layer to the Basculin species, expanding its lore and in-game presence.
• Although it shares similarities with Red-Striped and Blue-Striped Basculin, it has distinct behavioral patterns and habitats.
• Its unique appearance and abilities have made it a notable addition to the Pokémon series, gaining attention from both players and collectors alike.

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