Butterfree (Base Set 2 #34) Collector’s Guide

Quick Facts

Butterfree from Base Set 2 is a Stage 2 Grass-type Pokémon card with 70 HP. It evolves from Metapod and features two attacks: Whirlwind, which forces the opponent to switch their Active Pokémon with a Benched one after dealing 20 damage, and Mega Drain, which deals 40 damage and heals Butterfree by removing damage counters equal to half the damage dealt. The card has a Fighting resistance (-30), a Fire weakness (×2), and a retreat cost of 0. It is illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno and classified as Uncommon rarity. The card’s legality status is unknown.

Key Printings

• Set: Base Set 2
• Card Number: 34
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Illustrator: Kagemaru Himeno
• HP: 70
• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 2 (Evolves from Metapod)

Variants & Identifiers

This exact printing has no known print variants or alternate regulation marks. It is identified by the set code “base4” and card number 34. The card is part of the original Base Set 2 series.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition and value of this Butterfree card:
– Store in a protective sleeve and rigid top-loader.
– Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.
– Avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperatures.
– Handle with clean hands to prevent oils and dirt from damaging the card surface.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Base Set 2: This printing of Butterfree is part of the Base Set 2 reprint series, which revisited classic cards with updated artwork and layout. It retains the original card’s gameplay mechanics and flavor text, highlighting Butterfree’s toxic dust attack in battle.

Legality: unknown