Butterfree 9/18
Set: Southern Islands
Released: Jul 31, 2001
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About Butterfree
The poison scales on its wings are waterproof, allowing this Pokémon to be active even on rainy days.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #12
- Card Number 9/18
- IllustratorKeiko Fukuyama
- Release Date31/07/2001
- SeriesOther
- Expansion Southern Islands
- Evolves From
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionKanto
- Generation Generation 1
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Grass - Health Points80 HP
- Weakness
Fire ×2
- Resistance
Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×1
Grass 
Fire ×2 
Fighting -30 
Colorless ×1 Attacks
- Fly30
Flip a coin. If heads, during your opponent's next turn, prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to Butterfree. If tails, this attack does nothing (not even damage).
- Rainbow Powder20
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. If tails, the Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Butterfree fluttering joyfully amidst a vibrant garden, clutching colorful flowers with its delicate wings spread wide against a bright sky, surrounded by floating blossoms and lively greenery below.
Playability Overview
Butterfree's utility is limited due to its low HP and reliance on coin flips for both offense and defense, making it inconsistent but potentially disruptive in casual play.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Sunny MeadowThis card has a light, cheerful vibe with its pastel flowers and bright blue sky. Use it on a nature-themed page surrounded by other Grass and Bug types or Pokémon with a calm, friendly feel. It’s a nice page starter or a soft centerpiece.Additional Binder Suggestions: Forest / Cheerful / Pastel / Flower Field / Springtime
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