Basculin

Basculin

Selected Masterpiece • 30/99
Market Price $0.62
Next Destinies Black & White 2012
The Illustrator

Kagemaru Himeno

Kagemaru Himeno has been credited on Pokémon TCG art from 1999 to 2024, spanning 656 cards. Work appears across sets including Jungle, Team Rocket, and Black & White, with a craft built on playful, character-forward staging, balanced layouts, and vibrant, often pastel-leaning color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Basculin card captures a vibrant underwater scene, showcasing the Pokémon amidst a school of its kind. The various colors of the Basculin create a lively atmosphere, suggesting a moment of camaraderie and movement in their aquatic environment. With its sharp features and determined expression, the lead Basculin stands out, embodying a sense of readiness and assertiveness. This snapshot invites viewers to imagine the dynamic and sometimes competitive nature of life beneath the waves.”

Editorial & Data

Published by Artchu Editorial. Card facts are based on structured reference data and Artchu enrichment. Visual commentary is AI-assisted and human-reviewed. Visual ranking reflects Artchu’s internal art_score methodology. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 16, 2026.

Rarity Uncommon
Card Type Water
Era
Black & White
Release
08/02/2012

Bite

10

Bared Fangs

40

If, before this Pokémon does damage, the Defending Pokémon has no damage counters on it, this attack does nothing.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost