Stats & Training
The stat line revolves around HP. Percentage recovery gets extra mileage here. Attack backs it up, though Defense doesn't pull its weight. Worth 3 HP EVs on a medium-fast 1M XP curve to max out.
Clads itself in the souls of comrades that perished before fulfilling their goals of journeying upstream. No other species throughout all Hisui’s rivers is Basculegion’s equal.
Basculegion Weakness
Type-wise, Basculegion takes extra damage from Electric, Grass, Ghost, and Dark. Normal and Fighting moves do nothing thanks to a full immunity. It resists 6 types, so it can switch into a lot of moves safely.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Electric, Grass, Ghost, Dark |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Water, Ice, Poison, Bug, Steel |
| 0x (Immune) | Normal, Fighting |
 Giratina GhostDragon | S | |
Obtain MethodTurnback Cave Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Basculegion View Giratina builds →Shadow Ball 2x61-72% Shadow Claw 2x59-70% Hex 2x50-59% Shadow Sneak 2x35-42% | ||
 Darkrai Dark | A | |
Obtain MethodClamberclaw Cliffs Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Basculegion View Darkrai builds →Dark Pulse 2x77-91% Shadow Ball 2x51-61% Hex 2x42-49% Shadow Sneak 2x22-25% | ||
 Tangrowth Grass | A | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Basculegion View Tangrowth builds →Energy Ball 2x74-87% Absorb 2x18-21% | ||
 Shaymin Grass | C | |
Obtain MethodFloaro Gardens Interact Encounter Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Basculegion View Shaymin builds →Energy Ball 2x68-80% Leafage 2x35-42% | ||
 Decidueye GrassGhost | C | |
Available Moves Moves
Damage vs Basculegion View Decidueye builds →Leaf Blade 2x80-95% Magical Leaf 2x46-55% Leafage 2x37-44% | ||
In Legends: Arceus, Weavile's Knock Off hits Basculegion for 76-89%. Rotom's Discharge hits Basculegion for 71-83%.
 Weavile DarkIce | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Basculegion View Weavile builds →Knock Off 2x76-89% Ice Shard12-14% | ||
 Rotom ElectricGhost | C | |
Recommended Build AbilityLevitate ItemAssault Vest NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Basculegion View Rotom builds →Dark Pulse 2x47-56% Discharge 2x71-83% Hex 2x57-68% | ||
Legends: Arceus Evolution
Basculegion evolved from Basculin's chain using a unique condition. It's a non-standard trigger, so check the details below. Breed this form to get Basculin eggs (average hatch time). The evolution from Basculin pushed Basculegion to 530 total stats. HP saw the largest single gain at +50. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Legends: Arceus Basculegion Best Moveset
Best Build
Legends: Arceus uses different battle mechanics.
Competitive build content is not applicable for this game. Select a main series game for builds.
Moves
The offense anchors on Wave Crash and Aqua Tail, with Normal and Dark coverage and more adding reach. It's a workable movepool for Basculegion that handles most situations. Wave Crash and Double-Edge give it enough punch where it matters.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
How to Get Basculegion in Legends: Arceus
Basculegion doesn't appear wild. Catch Basculin instead, it shows up at decent rates. Evolve it through a special method to get Basculegion. The 2-stage line is mapped in the step cards below.
How to Obtain Basculegion in Legends: Arceus
Basculin is your first catch on the way to Basculegion. You'll find walking encounters from walking across 5 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch BasculinFabled SpringGrassUncommonHeart's CragGrassUncommonIslespy ShoreGrassUncommonLake AcuityGrass WaterUncommonTranquility CoveGrassUncommon
Step 2Basculegion ✓
Basculegion Guide
In Legends: Arceus, Basculegion looks average on paper at 530 BST. But Adaptability is why it sees play. Build around that and it pulls its weight. C-Tier tank on our tier list.
Basculegion gets Adaptability, Swift Swim, and Mold Breaker. But Adaptability is the one that matters. It's the centerpiece of every viable set. Build around that.
Basculegion is a physical attacker with base 112 Attack. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. Speed tells the real story. Base 78 Speed is workable. Faster than some, slower than many. Fits the tank role.
In Legends: Arceus, Mold Breaker is the hidden ability. It bypasses targets' abilities if they could hinder or prevent a move. Worth hunting for if you want Basculegion to compete at a higher level.
Game Availability
Since Sword & Shield, Basculegion has been obtainable in 2 games. A Generation 8 debut means a shorter history, but Basculegion has appeared steadily across every generation since.
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- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwShDebut
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves