Basculin – Unified Minds (#43)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Basculin (#43) is an Uncommon card from Sun & Moon - Unified Minds released in 2019. It showcases artwork by SATOSHI NAKAI and the Swarming Bites attack, This attack does 20 damage for each Basculin you have in play to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.09, Cardmarket average sale is €0.12, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.09
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.12
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Unified Minds
- Card Number
- 43
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 SATOSHI NAKAI
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Swarming Bites
[Colorless]
This attack does 20 damage for each Basculin you have in play to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) - Tackle [Colorless] — 20
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Basculin from Unified Minds (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator SATOSHI NAKAI.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Basculin 43 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Basculin's Swarming Bites for Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 20 damage for each Basculin you have in play to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémo...
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Water Type • Weak to Grass ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Basculin Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unified Minds #43 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.09 |
�📦 Unified Minds Set Context
This Basculin is part of the Unified Minds expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by SATOSHI NAKAI, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Basculin card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Uncommon cards from Unified Minds are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by SATOSHI NAKAI resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Basculin 43 was released in 2019 in the Unified Minds expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by SATOSHI NAKAI. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Unified Minds represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Basculin with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Basculin card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Basculin works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.