Curatorial Commentary
The Metapod card captures a serene moment, showcasing the Pokémon nestled within a natural environment. Its green, cocoon-like body is prominently displayed, blending harmoniously with the vibrant surroundings. The scene conveys a sense of calm and protection, as Metapod prepares for its transformation. This snapshot reflects a quiet determination, emphasizing the patience required in nature.
Essay · HeartGold & SoulSilver
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Catalogue plate
№ 46/123
Composition
StyleColorfulIllustrativePlayful
MoodCheerfulLighthearted
CompositionFocusedSimple
PaletteGreenVibrantWarm
Game mechanics
HP
80
Stage
Stage 1 · evolves from Caterpie
Weakness
Fire ×2
Retreat
Sharpen
20
Authorship
More from Tomokazu Komiya
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
HeartGold & SoulSilver, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Metapod
The Metapod canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.