Caterpie (Base Set 2 #68) Collector’s Guide

Quick Facts

Caterpie from the Base Set 2 is a Basic Grass-type Pokémon card with 40 HP. It features a single attack, String Shot, which deals 10 damage and has a chance to Paralyze the Defending Pokémon. The card has a retreat cost of 1 and a Fire-type weakness (×2). Illustrated by Ken Sugimori, this card is classified as Common and is part of the Base Set 2 series. Its flavor text highlights Caterpie’s suction-padded feet that allow it to climb slopes and walls tirelessly.

• HP: 40
• Type: Grass
• Attack: String Shot (10 damage, may Paralyze)
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Rarity: Common
• Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the exact printing of Caterpie from the Base Set 2, card number 68. No alternate print variants are documented for this card.

Variants & Identifiers

• Set Name: Base Set 2
• Set Code: base4
• Card Number: 68
• Subtypes: Basic
• Stage: Basic
• Series: base
• Regulation Mark: None

No known print variants or special editions exist for this card.

Care & Storage Tips

To maintain the condition and value of this Caterpie card, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight, moisture, and extreme temperatures. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface, and handle it with clean hands or gloves.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Base Set 2: This set reprints many cards from the original Base Set with updated card numbers and minor design changes. Caterpie #68 remains a staple Basic Grass-type Pokémon with simple but effective gameplay utility.