Kakuna 66/111
Set: Rising Rivals
Released: May 16, 2009
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About Kakuna
While awaiting evolution, it hides from predators under leaves and in nooks of branches.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #14
- Card Number 66/111
- Card RarityCommon
- IllustratorMidori Harada
- Release Date16/05/2009
- SeriesPlatinum
- Expansion Rising Rivals
- Evolves From
- Evolves To
- 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 +20 - Retreat Cost

Colorless ×2
Abilities
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Poké-Body:
Exoskeleton
Any damage done to Kakuna by attacks is reduced by 20 (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attacks
- Dangerous Evolution

The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. Flip a coin. If heads, search your deck for an Evolution card that evolves from Kakuna and put it onto Kakuna. (This counts as evolving Kakuna.) Shuffle your deck afterward.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Kakuna nestled on a tree trunk, its hardened exoskeleton blending with the bark as bare branches stretch in the background, embodying stillness and cautious anticipation amidst a quiet, wintry scene.
Playability Overview
Kakuna’s ability to reduce damage combined with its risky evolution search can support a defensive strategy but relies heavily on coin flips for progression.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Cocoon DreamsThis Kakuna card has a serene, almost meditative vibe with its soft yellow hues and gentle pose. I’d suggest placing it in a section dedicated to tranquil moments, away from the action-packed cards. Pairing it with other evolution-themed cards would create a nice flow, especially those showing Pokémon in their early stages.Additional Binder Suggestions: Forest / Calm / Soft Hues / Evolution Journey / Nature's Transition















