Metapod 81/130

Name: Metapod #81 - Base Set 2 | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: base4-81
Price: 0.59 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Base Set 2 Released: Feb 24, 2000

Pokémon

Grass Type Common Pull Rate: 1 in 8.4 packs (11.9%) Evolves From: Caterpie Evolves To: Butterfree

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	65.00	—	x110
PSA9	15.56	—	x26
PSA8	8.00	—	x14
PSA7	24.99	—	x42

About Metapod

It is vulnerable to attack because its shell is soft, exposing its weak and tender body.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Metapod
National Pokédex #11
Card Number 81/130
Card RarityCommon
IllustratorKen Sugimori
Release Date24/02/2000
SeriesBase
Expansion Base Set 2
Evolves From
Caterpie
Evolves To
Butterfree
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionKanto
Generation Generation 1

Card Attributes

Energy Type Grass
Health Points70 HP
Weakness Fire ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×2

Attacks

Stiffen
Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all damage done to Metapod during your opponent's next turn. (Any other effects of attacks still happen.)
Stun Spore20
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Metapod hanging in a dark, dense forest. Its hardened shell gleams subtly as it gazes calmly, blending into the mysterious and shadowy natural surroundings around it.

Playability Overview

Metapod's ability to potentially block damage with Stiffen supports a defensive stall strategy, while Stun Spore adds pressure through paralysis, balancing survival with disruption despite its limited offensive power.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Cocooned CalmThis Metapod has a serene vibe with its soft green colors and simple, focused expression. It looks like it's just hanging out, waiting for its moment to shine. Place it with other "Calm Before the Storm" cards, like that tranquil Butterfree or any Pokémon in their pre-evolution stages.Additional Binder Suggestions: Forest / Tranquil / Soft Green / Evolutionary Journey / Nature's Pause