The Kakuna card from the 2000 Pokémon Base Set 2 features Grass-type attacks Stiffen and Poisonpowder, designed by Keiji Kinebuchi as an Uncommon Stage 1 evolution.
2000 • Pokémon • Base Set 2
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Each point is the last stored observation that day for this printing, condition, grader, autograph status and source. Gaps mean no observation; guide estimates and asking prices are not completed sales.Kakuna, card number 47 in the 2000 Pokémon Base Set 2, is an Uncommon Stage 1 Grass-type card that serves as the evolved form of Weedle. Designed by Keiji Kinebuchi, this card carries 80 Hit Points and offers two distinct gameplay options for players. The first attack, Stiffen, requires one Colorless energy and involves flipping a coin; if the result is heads, it prevents all damage to Kakuna during the opponent's next turn, while still allowing other attack effects to occur. The second attack, Poisonpowder, costs two Grass energy and also utilizes a coin flip. A successful flip deals 20 damage and applies the Poisoned status to the Defending Pokémon. With a retreat cost of two Colorless energy, Kakuna provides strategic depth for trainers building their decks. As part of the Base Set 2 expansion, this card continues the legacy of the original Pokémon Trading Card Game releases. Collectors often seek out cards from this era for their nostalgic value and historical significance in the TCG landscape. The Base Set 2 set was released in 2000, offering reprints and new cards that expanded the game's roster. Kakuna's design and abilities reflect the strategic balance of the early TCG years, making it a familiar sight for veteran collectors and a valuable addition for those completing the set. The card's Uncommon rarity ensures it is accessible yet sought after by enthusiasts looking to round out their collections. Whether you are a long-time fan of the Pokémon franchise or a newcomer to the trading card game, this card represents a key piece of TCG history. Its straightforward mechanics and iconic character design make it a staple for many collectors.
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Featured
Kakuna
Game
Pokémon
Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.
Uncommon
Keiji Kinebuchi
Card Stock
English
80
Grass
Stage 1
23
Weedle
Beedrill
Fire ×2
2
14
Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.
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.
FAQ
Kakuna is a Grass-type Pokémon in the Pokémon Trading Card Game. It is a Stage 1 card that evolves from Weedle and has 80 Hit Points.
Kakuna has two attacks: Stiffen, which uses one Colorless energy and can prevent damage if a coin flip is heads, and Poisonpowder, which uses two Grass energy and can poison the opponent if a coin flip is heads.
The Kakuna card from the 2000 Base Set 2 expansion was illustrated by Keiji Kinebuchi.
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