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Basculin Blue Striped

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Blue-Striped Basculin

Paldea #138 in the Scarlet and Violet Pokédex • Hostile Pokémon

Pokédex entries

Scarlet

Its temperament is vicious and aggressive. This Pokémon is also full of vitality and can multiply rapidly before anyone notices.

Violet

It's so vicious that it's called the Thug of the River. Yet Basculin is still targeted by predators, such as Dondozo and Bombirdier.

Species-default descriptions; individual forms may have different in-game text.

Details

Type

Water

Category

Hostile Pokémon

Height

1 m (3'03")

Weight

18 kg (39.7 lbs)

National Pokédex

#0550

Pokédex

Paldea #138

Stats

Base stat spread shown as a hex chart and supporting stat bars.

Min

Max

HP

70

250

344

Attack

92

170

311

Defense

65

121

251

Sp. Atk

80

148

284

Sp. Def

55

103

229

Speed

98

180

324

Total

460

Ranges are for Level 100. Max assumes a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, and 31 IVs; min assumes a hindering nature, 0 EVs, and 0 IVs.

It's Super Effective

Type-only matchups for Blue-Striped Basculin, sorted from worst weakness to best resistance. Abilities, held items and battle conditions can change the damage taken.

Growth

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
Paldea #138
EV yield
2 Spe
Catch rate
190
Base Exp.
161

Eggs

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg groups
Gender
50% male
50% female
Egg cycles
40

Evolution

Evolution requirements shown in a compact table or chain view.

Moves

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
Description
StartTail WhipNormalStatus-10030

The user wags its tail cutely, making opposing Pokémon less wary. This lowers their Defense stats.

StartWater GunWaterSpecial4010025

The target is blasted with a forceful shot of water.

4TackleNormalPhysical4010035

A physical attack in which the user charges and slams into the target with its whole body.

8FlailNormalPhysical-10015

The user flails about aimlessly to attack. The less HP the user has, the greater the move's power.

12Aqua JetWaterPhysical4010020

The user lunges at the target to inflict damage, moving at blinding speed. This move always goes first.

16BiteDarkPhysical6010025

The target is bitten with viciously sharp fangs. This may also make the target flinch.

20Scary FaceNormalStatus-10010

The user frightens the target with a scary face to harshly lower its Speed stat.

24HeadbuttNormalPhysical7010015

The user sticks out its head and attacks by charging straight into the target. This may also make the target flinch.

28SoakWaterStatus-10020

The user shoots a torrent of water that changes the target's type to Water.

32CrunchDarkPhysical8010015

The user crunches up the target with sharp fangs. This may also lower the target's Defense stat.

36Take DownNormalPhysical908520

A reckless full-body charge attack for slamming into the target. This also damages the user a little.

40Final GambitFightingSpecial-1005

The user risks everything to attack the target. The user faints but inflicts damage equal to its own HP.

44Wave CrashWaterPhysical12010010

The user shrouds itself in water and slams into the target with its whole body to inflict damage. This also damages the user quite a lot.

48ThrashNormalPhysical12010010

The user rampages and attacks for two to three turns. The user then becomes confused.

52Double-EdgeNormalPhysical12010015

A reckless life-risking tackle in which the user rushes the target. This also damages the user quite a lot.

56Head SmashRockPhysical150805

The user attacks the target with a hazardous full-power headbutt. This also damages the user terribly.

Machines

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.
Class
Description
TM001Take DownNormalPhysical908520

A reckless full-body charge attack for slamming into the target. This also damages the user a little.

TM004AgilityPsychicStatus--30

The user relaxes and lightens its body to move faster. This sharply boosts its Speed stat.

TM006Scary FaceNormalStatus-10010

The user frightens the target with a scary face to harshly lower its Speed stat.

TM007ProtectNormalStatus--10

This move enables the user to protect itself from all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

TM010Ice FangIcePhysical659515

The user bites with cold-infused fangs. This may also make the target flinch or leave it frozen.

TM011Water PulseWaterSpecial6010020

The user attacks the target with a pulsing blast of water. This may also confuse the target.

TM022Chilling WaterWaterSpecial5010020

The user attacks the target by showering it with water that's so cold it saps the target's power. This also lowers the target's Attack stat.

TM025FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

This move's power is doubled if the user is poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.

TM032SwiftNormalSpecial60-20

Star-shaped rays are shot at opposing Pokémon. This attack never misses.

TM034Icy WindIceSpecial559515

The user attacks with a gust of chilled air. This also lowers opposing Pokémon's Speed stats.

TM035Mud ShotGroundSpecial559515

The user attacks by hurling a blob of mud at the target. This also lowers the target's Speed stat.

TM047EndureNormalStatus--10

The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. This move's chance of failing rises if used in succession.

TM050Rain DanceWaterStatus--5

The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water-type attacks. The rain also lowers the power of Fire-type attacks.

TM052SnowscapeIceStatus--10

The user summons a snowstorm lasting five turns. This boosts the Defense stats of Ice types.

TM059Zen HeadbuttPsychicPhysical809015

The user focuses its willpower to its head and attacks the target. This may also make the target flinch.

TM063Psychic FangsPsychicPhysical8510010

The user attacks by biting the target with its psychic capabilities. This move can also break barriers, such as Light Screen and Reflect.

TM070Sleep TalkNormalStatus--10

The user randomly uses one of the moves it knows. This move can only be used while the user is asleep.

TM077WaterfallWaterPhysical8010015

The user charges at the target and may make it flinch.

TM085RestPsychicStatus--5

The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully restores the user's HP and cures any status conditions.

TM087TauntDarkStatus-10020

The target is taunted into a rage that allows it to use only attack moves for three turns.

TM103SubstituteNormalStatus--10

The user creates a substitute for itself using some of its own HP. The substitute serves as the user's decoy.

TM108CrunchDarkPhysical8010015

The user crunches up the target with sharp fangs. This may also lower the target's Defense stat.

TM110LiquidationWaterPhysical8510010

The user slams into the target using a full-force blast of water. This may also lower the target's Defense stat.

TM123SurfWaterSpecial9010015

The user attacks everything around it by swamping its surroundings with a giant wave.

TM134ReversalFightingPhysical-10015

An all-out attack that becomes more powerful the less HP the user has.

TM135Ice BeamIceSpecial9010010

The target is struck with an icy-cold beam of energy. This may also leave the target frozen.

TM142Hydro PumpWaterSpecial110805

The target is blasted by a huge volume of water launched under great pressure.

TM143BlizzardIceSpecial110705

A howling blizzard is summoned to strike opposing Pokémon. This may also leave the opposing Pokémon frozen.

TM152Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150905

The user charges at the target using every bit of its power. The user can't move on the next turn.

TM163Hyper BeamNormalSpecial150905

The target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user can't move on the next turn.

TM171Tera BlastNormalSpecial8010010

If the user has Terastallized, it unleashes energy of its Tera Type. This move inflicts damage using the Attack or Sp. Atk stat—whichever is higher for the user.

TM196Flip TurnWaterPhysical6010020

After making its attack, the user rushes back to switch places with a party Pokémon in waiting.

TM200Scale ShotDragonPhysical259020

The user attacks by shooting scales two to five times in a row. This move boosts the user's Speed stat but lowers its Defense stat.

TM204Double-EdgeNormalPhysical12010015

A reckless life-risking tackle in which the user rushes the target. This also damages the user quite a lot.

TM205EndeavorNormalPhysical-1005

The user inflicts damage by cutting down the target's HP to roughly equal the user's HP.

TM208WhirlpoolWaterSpecial358515

The user traps the target inside a violent, swirling whirlpool that inflicts damage for four to five turns.

TM209Muddy WaterWaterSpecial908510

The user attacks by shooting muddy water at opposing Pokémon. This may also lower their accuracy.

Breeding

Moves this Pokémon can inherit through breeding or similar methods.
Class
Description
Bubble BeamWaterSpecial6510020

A spray of bubbles is forcefully ejected at the target. This may also lower the target's Speed stat.

EndeavorNormalPhysical-1005

The user inflicts damage by cutting down the target's HP to roughly equal the user's HP.

These are individual move choices, not proof of complete four-move legality. HOME uses destination-specific movesets; older-game moves are not unrestricted imports.
Class
Description
Bubble Beam

Picnic transfer: hold a Mirror Herb with an empty move slot while another party Pokémon knows the move. Egg-group and gender compatibility are not required.

WaterSpecial6510020

A spray of bubbles is forcefully ejected at the target. This may also lower the target's Speed stat.

Endeavor

Picnic transfer: hold a Mirror Herb with an empty move slot while another party Pokémon knows the move. Egg-group and gender compatibility are not required.

NormalPhysical-1005

The user inflicts damage by cutting down the target's HP to roughly equal the user's HP.

Encounters

Known encounter locations for this Pokémon in this game.

Supported publisher/reference locations. Selection rates are unknown; some precise form, level and time details lack independent corroboration.

Scarlet
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

West Province (Area One)

Main area

Overworld encounter15-19Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

West Province (Area Two)

Main area

Overworld encounter26-29Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

West Province (Area Two)

Main area

Overworld encounter31-35Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

West Province (Area Three)

Main area

Overworld encounter28-29Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

West Province (Area Three)

Main area

Overworld encounter31-35Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

Glaseado Mountain

Main area

Overworld encounter36-40Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

South Province (Area Four)

Main area

Overworld encounter16-18Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

South Province (Area Five)

Main area

Overworld encounter21-23Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

Glaseado Mountain

Main area

Overworld encounter34-38Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

West Province (Area Two)

Main area

Overworld encounter22-35Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

West Province (Area Three)

Main area

Overworld encounter28-35Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

West Province (Area One)

Main area

Overworld encounter15-19Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

East Province (Area Two)

Main area

Overworld encounter19-22Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

East Province (Area Three)

Main area

Overworld encounter22-24Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

East Province (Area Two)

Main area

Overworld encounter19-24Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

South Province (Area Three)

Main area

Overworld encounter15-16Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

South Province (Area Four)

Main area

Overworld encounter16-19Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

East Province (Area Three)

Main area

Overworld encounter23-28Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

Glaseado Mountain

Main area

Overworld encounter36-39Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

Glaseado Mountain

Main area

Overworld encounter34-40Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

Glaseado Mountain

Main area

Overworld encounter34-40Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

West Province (Area Three)

Main area

Overworld encounter32-35Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

East Province (Area Three)

Main area

Overworld encounter24-26Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

East Province (Area Two)

Main area

Overworld encounter21-26Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

Glaseado Mountain

Main area

Overworld encounter38-40Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

East Province (Area Three)

Main area

Overworld encounter22-29Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

East Province (Area Two)

Main area

Overworld encounter20-26Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

Glaseado Mountain

Main area

Overworld encounter34-37Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

South Province (Area Five)

Main area

Overworld encounter16-18Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

South Province (Area Six)

Main area

Overworld encounter37-40Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

South Province (Area Four)

Main area

Overworld encounter16-20Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

South Province (Area Four)

Main area

Overworld encounter18-21Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

East Province (Area Two)

Main area

Overworld encounter19-26Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

East Province (Area Three)

Main area

Overworld encounter24-26Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

East Province (Area Three)

Main area

Overworld encounter27-29Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

Glaseado Mountain

Main area

Overworld encounter37-40Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

South Province (Area Five)

Main area

Overworld encounter16-23Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

South Province (Area Four)

Main area

Overworld encounter16-23Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

Paldea Mass Outbreaks

Main area

Mass Outbreak-Unknown

Biome: Lake, River., Base game: Paldea., Possible ordinary outbreak; actual location and level vary. Selection percentage is unknown.

Violet
LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

West Province (Area One)

Main area

Overworld encounter15-19Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

West Province (Area Two)

Main area

Overworld encounter26-29Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

West Province (Area Two)

Main area

Overworld encounter31-35Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

West Province (Area Three)

Main area

Overworld encounter28-29Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

West Province (Area Three)

Main area

Overworld encounter31-35Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

Glaseado Mountain

Main area

Overworld encounter36-40Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

South Province (Area Four)

Main area

Overworld encounter16-18Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

South Province (Area Five)

Main area

Overworld encounter21-23Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

Glaseado Mountain

Main area

Overworld encounter34-38Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

West Province (Area Two)

Main area

Overworld encounter22-35Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

West Province (Area Three)

Main area

Overworld encounter28-35Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

West Province (Area One)

Main area

Overworld encounter15-19Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

East Province (Area Two)

Main area

Overworld encounter19-22Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

East Province (Area Three)

Main area

Overworld encounter22-24Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

East Province (Area Two)

Main area

Overworld encounter19-24Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

South Province (Area Three)

Main area

Overworld encounter15-16Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

South Province (Area Four)

Main area

Overworld encounter16-19Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

East Province (Area Three)

Main area

Overworld encounter23-28Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

Glaseado Mountain

Main area

Overworld encounter36-39Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

Glaseado Mountain

Main area

Overworld encounter34-40Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

Glaseado Mountain

Main area

Overworld encounter34-40Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

West Province (Area Three)

Main area

Overworld encounter32-35Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

East Province (Area Three)

Main area

Overworld encounter24-26Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

East Province (Area Two)

Main area

Overworld encounter21-26Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

Glaseado Mountain

Main area

Overworld encounter38-40Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

East Province (Area Three)

Main area

Overworld encounter22-29Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

East Province (Area Two)

Main area

Overworld encounter20-26Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

Glaseado Mountain

Main area

Overworld encounter34-37Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

South Province (Area Five)

Main area

Overworld encounter16-18Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

South Province (Area Six)

Main area

Overworld encounter37-40Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

South Province (Area Four)

Main area

Overworld encounter16-20Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

South Province (Area Four)

Main area

Overworld encounter18-21Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

East Province (Area Two)

Main area

Overworld encounter19-26Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

East Province (Area Three)

Main area

Overworld encounter24-26Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

East Province (Area Three)

Main area

Overworld encounter27-29Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

Glaseado Mountain

Main area

Overworld encounter37-40Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

South Province (Area Five)

Main area

Overworld encounter16-23Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

South Province (Area Four)

Main area

Overworld encounter16-23Unknown

Base game: Paldea.

Paldea Mass Outbreaks

Main area

Mass Outbreak-Unknown

Biome: Lake, River., Base game: Paldea., Possible ordinary outbreak; actual location and level vary. Selection percentage is unknown.

Traits

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Rock Head

Ability Slot 1

Protects the Pokémon from recoil damage.

Protects against recoil damage.

Adaptability

Ability Slot 2

Powers up moves of the same type as the Pokémon.

Increases the same-type attack bonus from 1.5× to 2×.

Mold Breaker(Hidden Ability)

The Pokémon's moves are unimpeded by the Ability of the target.

Bypasses targets' abilities if they could hinder or prevent a move.

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