Basculin 108 / 86 Pokemon Card from White Flare Set
Basculin is a Basic Water-type Pokémon with 90 HP. It is part of the White Flare set in the Scarlet & Violet series and features artwork by Nakamura Ippan.…
- Set: White Flare
- Number: 108/86
- Rarity: Illustration Rare
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About the Basculin Pokémon Card
Basculin is a Water-type Pokémon card with 90 HP from the White Flare set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 108/86 and is classified as Illustration Rare. The White Flare set was released on July 18, 2025.
The card includes the flavor text: “Red and blue Basculin get along so poorly, they'll start fighting instantly. These Pokémon are very hostile.”.
Basculin Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Basculin
Card number: 108/86
Set: White Flare
Series: Scarlet & Violet
Rarity: Illustration Rare
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Water
HP: 90
Artist: Nakamura Ippan
Release date: July 18, 2025
National Pokédex number: 550
Why Collect the Basculin Pokémon Card?
Basculin sits at a higher rarity tier, which makes it the kind of card collectors build sets around and use as a display piece. Well-centred, high-grade copies are the most desirable. For collectors completing the White Flare set, a card like this is often a centrepiece.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Basculin Pokémon Card
Basculin was illustrated by Nakamura Ippan.
For Illustration Rare cards, the illustration is a major part of the appeal, and the artwork is one of the main reasons collectors seek these cards out.
Market Price and Value of the Basculin Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Basculin is about $7.94. Recent listings range from roughly $5.00 (low) to $75.00 (high), with a mid-point near
For context, the White Flare set has a median card value near
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the White Flare set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Basculin Pokémon Card
Whether Basculin is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
PSA has graded 206 copies of this card, of which 47 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 22.8%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Basculin Pokémon Card?
Illustration Rare cards such as Basculin are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
Its collector number (108/86) sits above the set's printed total of 86, which is typical of special and secret rare cards that fall outside the main numbered set.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 206 copies to date.
Other Printings of Basculin
Basculin appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include ホワイトフレア 105 (around $3.13), Emerging Powers 24 (around
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Basculin Pokémon Card
The Basculin pokémon card is a Illustration Rare card from the White Flare set (Scarlet & Violet series). As a higher-rarity chase card, it appeals to collectors building a complete set or focusing on standout artwork. Its current aggregated market price is about $7.94; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Basculin card from?
Basculin is from the White Flare set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 108/86 with the Illustration Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Basculin card?
Basculin is classified as Illustration Rare.
How much is the Basculin 108/86 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $7.94, within a recent range of roughly $5.00 to $75.00. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Basculin card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 206 copies so far, with about 22.8% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Basculin?
PSA has graded 206 copies, of which 47 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 22.8%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Basculin card?
Illustration Rare cards such as Basculin are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
When was the White Flare set released?
The White Flare set was released on July 18, 2025.
Are there other printings of Basculin?
Yes. Basculin appears on 9 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.