Basculin
Basculin is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Emerging Powers (#25). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.28 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2011. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.
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Who is this card for?
Basculin suits collectors working on Emerging Powers who need the Uncommon slot. This is typically a low-cost slot for master sets; avoid overpaying unless you need a specific finish or near-gem condition.
What is Basculin from Emerging Powers?
Basculin is a Pokémon card in Emerging Powers numbered 25. Red and blue Basculin usually do not get along, but sometimes members of one school mingle with the other's school. National Pokédex #550. This printing is from Emerging Powers. Collector number 25 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Basculin worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.28 for Basculin. Low and high spread varies by finish. Per-finish references: Normal: $0.28; Reverse Holofoil: $0.98. This printing is from Emerging Powers. Collector number 25 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Emerging Powers |
|---|---|
| Number | 25 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.28 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.22 |
| Normal | $0.28 justtcg · 2026-09-30 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $0.98 justtcg · 2026-09-30 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Tackle | Colorless 10 |
| Splatter | WaterColorless Does 30 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) |
| Weakness | Lightning ×2 |
How collectible is Basculin?
Basculin is listed as Uncommon in Emerging Powers. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. This printing is from Emerging Powers. Collector number 25 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Basculin?
Catalog fields: set Emerging Powers, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Akira Komayama. Format status: Expanded. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from Emerging Powers. Collector number 25 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Uncommon.
Cactaur's take
Basculin from Emerging Powers should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Basculin is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Emerging Powers, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $0.28 across finishes (Normal: $0.28; Reverse Holofoil: $0.98).
- Illustrator Akira Komayama has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Treat this as a low-stakes master-set slot unless you are paying for gem condition or a specific reverse holo finish.
FAQ
How much is Basculin worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.28 for ungraded Basculin from Emerging Powers. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.
What set is Basculin from?
Basculin is listed in Emerging Powers (Black & White) as card #25. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Basculin?
Our catalog lists Basculin as Uncommon in Emerging Powers. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Basculin good for collectors or players?
Basculin includes gameplay stats in Emerging Powers. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. This printing is from Emerging Powers.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Basculin?
Finish variants of Basculin carry separate market listings. Normal: $0.28; Reverse Holofoil: $0.98 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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