The 1999 Base Set Kakuna (Card #33), an Uncommon Grass-type Pokémon card evolved from Weedle, featuring the Colorless Stiffen attack.
Kakuna
1999 • Pokémon • Base
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The 1999 Pokémon Base Set Kakuna (Card #33) serves as a foundational Stage 1 Grass-type Pokémon card for the original trading card game release. Evolved from Weedle, this Uncommon card is identified by card number 33 and features artwork by Keiji Kinebuchi. In gameplay, Kakuna offers defensive utility through its Colorless Stiffen attack, which allows players to flip a coin to prevent all damage during the opponent's next turn if successful. Alternatively, the Poisonpowder attack deals 20 damage with a coin flip to poison the defending Pokémon, requiring a retreat cost of 2 colorless energy. For collectors, the Base Set remains a cornerstone of the hobby, representing the genesis of the Pokémon TCG phenomenon. This card is sought after by those building complete sets or focusing on Bug-type Pokémon collections. The Uncommon rarity designation makes it more accessible than its Common counterparts while still retaining the classic 1999 design elements that define the era. Whether you are tracking down specific card numbers or exploring the early ecosystem of Pokémon creatures, Kakuna provides a tangible connection to the franchise's origins.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Kakuna
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Uncommon
Keiji Kinebuchi
Card Stock
English
80
Grass
Stage 1
Weedle
Fire ×2
2
14
Card Text
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Attack: Stiffen
Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all damage done to Kakuna during your opponent's next turn. (Any other effects of attacks still happen.)
Attack: Poisonpowder (20)
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned.
Almost incapable of moving, this Pokémon can only harden its shell to protect itself from predators.