Curatorial Commentary
The Metapod card captures a serene moment in the life of this cocoon Pokémon, nestled among the gentle hues of a forest. Its hard shell reflects a sense of quiet resilience, hinting at the transformation that lies ahead. The surrounding foliage creates a peaceful atmosphere, suggesting a world where Metapod patiently awaits its evolution. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the beauty of growth and the stillness before change.
Essay · Great Encounters
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Catalogue plate
№ 47/106
Composition
StyleIllustrationTraditional
MoodCalmNatural
CompositionFocusedSimple
PaletteGreenSoft
Game mechanics
HP
70
Stage
Stage 1 · evolves from Caterpie
Weakness
Fire +20
Retreat
Ram
30
Authorship
More from Ken Sugimori
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Great Encounters, 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.
