Curatorial Commentary
The Butterfree card captures a serene moment as the graceful Pokémon flutters through a starry night sky, its delicate wings shimmering with a hint of magic. The soft glow of its eyes draws you in, inviting you to share in its tranquil journey. This scene feels like a gentle reminder of the beauty found in nature, as Butterfree dances amidst the twinkling stars. It's a snapshot of calmness and wonder, showcasing the essence of this beloved Pokémon.
Essay · FireRed & LeafGreen
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Catalogue plate
№ 2/112
Composition
StyleTraditionalWhimsical
MoodLightheartedPlayful
CompositionFocusedSimple
PaletteSoftVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
100
Stage
Stage 2 · evolves from Metapod
Weakness
Lightning ×2
Resistance
Fighting -30
Whirlwind
30
Your opponent switches the Defending Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon.
Gust
50
Authorship
More from Atsuko Nishida
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
FireRed & LeafGreen, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Butterfree
The Butterfree canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
