Butterfree (HeartGold SoulSilver #16) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Butterfree from the HeartGold SoulSilver set is a Rare card with 120 HP. Featuring the disruptive Whirlwind attack and team-wide healing via Cure Powder, it is card number 16 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Metapod)
• Weakness: Lightning (×2)
• Resistance: Fighting (-20)
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Flavor Text: “Water-repellent powder on its wings enables it to collect honey, even in the heaviest of rains.”
• Attacks:
• Cure Powder (Grass): Remove 3 damage counters from each of your Pokémon.
• Whirlwind (Grass + 2 Colorless): 60 damage; opponent switches Defending Pokémon with a Benched Pokémon.

Key Printings

This exact Butterfree card is from the HeartGold SoulSilver set, numbered 16, and is classified as Rare. It is illustrated by Tomokazu Komiya and has no known alternate printings or special variants.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions of this Butterfree card. Identification is straightforward by set code “hgss1” and card number 16.

Legality & Play Notes

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

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant illustration and maintain card condition, store Butterfree in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its zero retreat cost and healing ability, it may be a valuable card for casual play or collection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• HeartGold SoulSilver: This set includes Butterfree as a rare Grass-type Stage 2 Pokémon with healing and switching attacks, illustrated by Tomokazu Komiya. The card’s unique flavor text highlights its water-repellent wings, adding character depth to the set’s diverse roster.