Basculin Collector’s Guide: Next Destinies #30

Character Intro

Basculin from the Next Destinies set is an Uncommon Basic Water-type Pokémon with 80 HP. Its standout attack, Bared Fangs, captures its fierce nature. Slotted at number 30 in the set, it’s a clean, budget-friendly pick for collectors and players alike.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Attacks:
• Bite (10 damage, 1 Colorless energy)
• Bared Fangs (40 damage, 1 Water energy; does nothing if the Defending Pokémon has no damage counters before attack)
• Abilities: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Legality: unknown
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact Basculin card appears in the Black & White series set Next Destinies as card number 30. It is Uncommon and features artwork by Kagemaru Himeno, known for her detailed and expressive style.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions of this Basculin. It is identified by set code “bw4” and card number “30.” The card has no listed abilities and no special subtypes beyond “Basic.”

Legality & Play Notes

The current legality status is listed as unknown. Based on the provided data, it is not marked as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Verify event rules before deck inclusion.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the artwork and surface by using sleeves, and keep the card away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching to maintain condition.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Next Destinies: Basculin appears as an Uncommon Basic Water-type with straightforward attacks and a conditional damage effect on Bared Fangs, complementing the set’s detailed artwork and expanded Black & White roster.

This guide summarizes all known details about Basculin from Next Destinies #30 based on the available data.