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Basculin is a Water-type Pokemon in Pokemon GO, originally from the Unova region (#550, Generation 5). With a max CP of 2,363 and base stats of 189/129/172 (Atk/Def/Sta), Basculin has a total stat product of 490.
Basculin is weak to Electric, Grass-type moves. It resists Fire, Ice, Steel, Water-type attacks. Basculin is a 1.0 km buddy Pokemon. Basculin can currently be hatched from 7km eggs.
Stats
Type Chart
Moves
Fast Moves
Charged Moves
Best Moveset Analysis
Among fast moves, the highest DPS option is Tackle (10 DPS), while Tackle generates energy the fastest (10 EPS).
Raid Guide
Basculin as Raid Boss
Not Currently in RaidsBasculin is not currently available as a raid boss. When Basculin returns to raids, here are the best counters to defeat it. A 100% IV Basculin from raids would have 1194 CP at level 20, or 1493 CP at level 25 with weather boost.
Best Counters to Beat Basculin
Basculin is weak to Electric, Grass-type moves, so counters with these move types will deal the most damage.
How to Get Basculin
Basculin can be encountered in the wild in Pokemon GO.
Basculin can currently be hatched from 7km eggs, and the hatched Basculin has a chance to be shiny.
Walking Basculin as your buddy earns 1 candy every 1.0 km.
Basculin Catch CP
These are the possible CP values when encountering Basculin in different scenarios. The range shows minimum (lowest IV floor) to maximum (100% perfect IV).
A 100% IV Basculin from raids or eggs will show 1,194 CP at level 20. If you see this number, don't hesitate — it's a perfect catch!
Trainer Tips
Basculin is a Water-type Pokemon with a stat total of 490. With its high Attack stat (189), Basculin is best suited for offensive roles in both raids and PvP.
Watch out for Electric, Grass-type moves when using Basculin. These types deal super effective damage that can cut into Basculin's performance.
Basculin's moves get a damage boost in Rainy weather. Take advantage of weather conditions to maximize your DPS in raids and gym battles.
Unlocking a second charged move costs 10,000 Stardust and 25 Candy. With 3 charged moves available, a second move gives Basculin much better coverage in PvP battles.
Should I Invest in Basculin?
Power-Up Costs
Verdict
Collector's Pick
Basculin is a Water-type Pokemon with base stats of 189/129/172 (Atk/Def/Sta) and a max CP of 2,363. While it doesn't currently rank among the top raid attackers or PvP contenders, every Pokemon has its place in a trainer's collection. Basculin may shine during specific events, in limited-format cups, or when new moves are added in future updates. For now, hold onto a good IV specimen but save your Stardust and Candy for more impactful investments unless you're a dedicated fan of this Pokemon.