Hisuian Basculin Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Hisuian Basculin is a Promo rarity card from the SWSH Black Star Promos set. It features 50 HP and a single attack called Bite. This compact card is numbered SWSH273 in the series.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Flavor Text: Though it differs from other Basculin in several respects, including demeanor – this one is gentle – I have categorized it as a regional form given the vast array of shared qualities.

Key Printings

This Hisuian Basculin appears exclusively as a promo card in the SWSH Black Star Promos set. It is identified by the number SWSH273, features artwork by Shin Nagasawa, and its release date is unknown.

Variants & Identifiers

• There are no known print variants for this card.
• Rarity: Promo; Regulation mark: F.
• Attacks:
• Submerge Silently — can only be used if you go second during your first turn and prevents damage during your opponent’s next turn.
• Bite — deals 20 damage.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and promo rarity, store this card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its promo status, maintaining mint condition can enhance its collectible value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• SWSH Black Star Promos: This set includes special promotional cards like Hisuian Basculin, offering unique artwork and exclusive attacks that highlight regional forms from the Sword & Shield era.