Encounter locations
| Region | Location | Method | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unova | Village Bridge | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
This Pokémon is eligible for Mirage Rifts. Each opening rolls its own pool, so check active portals on the Town Map.
Check the Town Map to see which swarms are active.
This guide covers documented encounter tables and selected story events. Other scripted gifts or events may also award this Pokémon.
Natures
Randomly generated Pokémon can have any of the 25 natures. Twenty raise one stat by 10% and lower another by 10%. Five are neutral. HP stays the same.
View all 25 natures and stat effects
| Nature | Raises (+10%) | Lowers (−10%) |
|---|---|---|
| Hardy | — | — |
| Lonely | Attack | Defense |
| Brave | Attack | Speed |
| Adamant | Attack | Special Attack |
| Naughty | Attack | Special Defense |
| Bold | Defense | Attack |
| Docile | — | — |
| Relaxed | Defense | Speed |
| Impish | Defense | Special Attack |
| Lax | Defense | Special Defense |
| Timid | Speed | Attack |
| Hasty | Speed | Defense |
| Serious | — | — |
| Jolly | Speed | Special Attack |
| Naive | Speed | Special Defense |
| Modest | Special Attack | Attack |
| Mild | Special Attack | Defense |
| Quiet | Special Attack | Speed |
| Bashful | — | — |
| Rash | Special Attack | Special Defense |
| Calm | Special Defense | Attack |
| Gentle | Special Defense | Defense |
| Sassy | Special Defense | Speed |
| Careful | Special Defense | Special Attack |
| Quirky | — | — |
Stats and abilities
- HP
- 70
- Attack
- 92
- Defense
- 65
- Sp. Attack
- 80
- Sp. Defense
- 55
- Speed
- 98
Abilities · Reckless / Adaptability
Hidden ability · Mold Breaker
Evolution and forms
No evolution is recorded for this Pokémon.
Level-up moves
View level-up moves for Basculin
| Level | Move |
|---|---|
| 1 | Tail Whip |
| 1 | Water Gun |
| 4 | Tackle |
| 8 | Flail |
| 12 | Aqua Jet |
| 16 | Bite |
| 20 | Scary Face |
| 24 | Headbutt |
| 28 | Soak |
| 32 | Crunch |
| 36 | Take Down |
| 40 | Final Gambit |
| 44 | Wave Crash |
| 48 | Thrash |
| 52 | Double Edge |
| 56 | Head Smash |