Tag: Caterpie

  • Collector’s Guide: Caterpie (151 #10)

    Collector’s Guide: Caterpie (151 #10)

    Caterpie Collector’s Guide (151 Set)

    Character Intro

    Caterpie (#10) is a Common Pokémon card from the 151 set with 50 HP and the attack Leaf Munch. It’s a straightforward pickup for collectors focused on early‑generation Pokémon.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    151 10 Common 50 Tika Matsuno
    • Type: Grass
    • Stage: Basic
    • Retreat Cost: 1
    • Weakness: Fire ×2
    • Attack: Leaf Munch — Does 10+ damage, with an additional 30 damage if the opponent’s Active Pokémon is Grass-type.
    • Flavor Text: Its short feet are tipped with suction pads that enable it to tirelessly climb slopes and walls.
    • Regulation Mark: G
    • Set Code: sv3pt5
    • Image:

    Key Printings

    This printing appears in the Scarlet & Violet 151 set, numbered 10. It is a Common with no evolutions printed on the card, illustrated by Tika Matsuno, and features a single Grass-type attack, Leaf Munch.

    Variants & Identifiers

    No known print variants or alternate versions exist for this Caterpie in the 151 set. Key identifiers: set code sv3pt5, regulation mark G, and illustrator credit to Tika Matsuno.

    Legality & Play Notes

    Legality: unknown
    This Caterpie card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No additional tournament or play notes are available.

    Care & Storage Tips

    As a common with delicate artwork, store this Caterpie in a protective sleeve to prevent edge wear and surface scratches. Keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture to preserve the vibrant illustration by Tika Matsuno.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • 151 (Scarlet & Violet): A simple, low‑HP Basic Grass-type with a single attack that gains bonus damage against Grass opponents. Highlights classic Pokémon with fresh artwork and regulation mark G. Release date is unknown.

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    Caterpie (151) #10

  • Collector’s Guide: Caterpie (151 #172)

    Collector’s Guide: Caterpie (151 #172)

    Caterpie Collector’s Guide: 151 Set, Illustration Rare

    Character Intro

    Caterpie from the 151 set is a charming Illustration Rare Basic Grass-type with 50 HP and the simple, effective attack Leaf Munch. Numbered 172 (sv3pt5-172) with artwork by Teeziro, it stands out for its detailed illustration in the collection.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    151 172 Illustration Rare 50 Teeziro
    • Type: Grass
    • Stage: Basic
    • Retreat Cost: 1
    • Weakness: Fire ×2
    • Regulation Mark: G
    • Set Code: sv3pt5
    • Series: Scarlet & Violet
    • Card ID: sv3pt5-172

    Key Printings

    This exact printing is from the Scarlet & Violet series, set 151, card number 172. It is classified as an Illustration Rare, notable for its unique artwork by Teeziro. No evolutions or alternate forms are included in this printing.

    Variants & Identifiers

    • No known print variants.
    • Identifiers: set code (sv3pt5), card number (172), rarity (Illustration Rare).
    • Attack — Leaf Munch: deals 10+ damage and gains an additional 30 damage if the opponent’s Active Pokémon is Grass-type.

    Legality & Play Notes

    • Legality status: unknown.
    • Not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
    • Players should verify tournament rules before use.

    Care & Storage Tips

    • Store in a protective sleeve and keep away from direct sunlight and moisture.
    • Avoid bending and extreme temperatures to preserve surface and edges.
    • Handle minimally to protect the vivid Teeziro illustration.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • 151 (Scarlet & Violet): Features Caterpie as a Basic Grass-type with a unique Illustration Rare rarity. The set focuses on detailed artwork and introduces regulation mark G cards. This printing stands out for its simple yet effective attack and charming flavor text highlighting Caterpie’s climbing ability.

    Caterpie Illustration Rare

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    Caterpie (151) #172

  • Collector’s Guide: Caterpie (Neo Discovery #53)

    Collector’s Guide: Caterpie (Neo Discovery #53)

    Caterpie (Neo Discovery 53) Collector’s Guide

    Character Intro

    Caterpie from Neo Discovery is a Common card numbered 53. It has 50 HP and a single attack, Spin Tackle. Its straightforward design makes it a classic addition for collectors.

    Quick Facts

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Neo Discovery 53 Common 50 Yuka Morii
    • HP: 50
    • Type: Grass
    • Stage: Basic
    • Retreat Cost: 1
    • Weakness: Fire ×2
    • Attack: Spin Tackle (20 damage, Caterpie does 10 damage to itself)
    • Flavor Text: For protection, it releases a horrible stench from the antennae on its head to drive away enemies.
    • Image URL: /images/neo2/neo2-53.jpg

    Key Printings

    This exact printing is from the Neo Discovery set, identified by the set code “neo2” and card number 53. It is a Common rarity card with no evolutions or abilities. The artwork by Yuka Morii is distinctive for this printing.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include its set name “Neo Discovery,” card number 53, and the illustrator credit to Yuka Morii. The card’s single attack, Spin Tackle, is notable for dealing damage to both the opponent and Caterpie itself.

    Legality & Play Notes

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

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Common rarity, maintaining the integrity of the artwork and card surface will help retain collector value.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Neo Discovery: This set introduced Caterpie as a Basic Grass-type Pokémon with straightforward gameplay mechanics and a unique flavor text emphasizing its defensive stench. The card fits well into early Neo series collections for fans of classic Pokémon.

    Caterpie (Neo Discovery) #53

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    Caterpie (Neo Discovery) #53

  • Collector’s Guide: Caterpie (Legendary Collection #69)

    Collector’s Guide: Caterpie (Legendary Collection #69)

    Caterpie (Legendary Collection 69) – Collector’s Guide

    Caterpie

    Quick Facts

    This Caterpie card is a Basic Grass-type Pokémon 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). It is illustrated by Ken Sugimori and classified as a Common rarity.

    • 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 exact printing appears in the Legendary Collection set, identified by the set code base6 and card number 69. It is a Basic stage Pokémon with no evolutions from prior cards.

    Variants & Identifiers

    There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include:

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Legendary Collection 69 Common 40 Ken Sugimori
    • Set Code: base6
    • Card ID: base6-69
    • Subtypes: Basic
    • Types: Grass
    • Flavor Text: “Its short feet are tipped with suction pads that enable it to tirelessly climb slopes and walls.”

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve this card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially since it is a common card that may be handled frequently. Proper storage will help maintain its collectible value.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Legendary Collection: This set reprints classic cards with updated artwork and foiling. The Caterpie card here retains its original Ken Sugimori illustration and features the classic String Shot attack, making it a nostalgic piece for collectors of early Pokémon TCG history.

    Legality: unknown

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    Caterpie (Legendary Collection) #69

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

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

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

    Caterpie

    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.

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Base Set 2 68 Common 40 Ken Sugimori

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    Caterpie (Base Set 2) #68

  • Collector’s Guide: Caterpie (Base Set #45)

    Collector’s Guide: Caterpie (Base Set #45)

    Caterpie (Base Set #45) Collector’s Guide

    Caterpie Base 45

    Quick Facts

    Caterpie from the Base Set 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 opponent’s 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 original Base Set series. Its flavor text highlights Caterpie’s ability to climb slopes and walls using suction pads on its feet.

    • 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, card number 45. No alternate print variants are documented for this specific card.

    Variants & Identifiers

    • Set Name: Base
    • Set Code: base1
    • Card Number: 45
    • Subtypes: Basic
    • Stage: Basic
    • Series: Base
    • Regulation Mark: None
    • Print Variants: None known

    Care & Storage Tips

    To maintain the condition and value of this Common Base Set 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. Using a top-loader or a binder with individual pockets is recommended for long-term preservation.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Base Set: The original release featuring classic Pokémon cards. Caterpie #45 is a straightforward Basic Grass-type with simple mechanics, reflecting the early design philosophy of the Pokémon TCG.

    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Base 45 Common 40 Ken Sugimori

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    Caterpie (Base Set) #45