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Caterpie

Sun & Moon 1/149 • common

Set: Sun & Moon
Number: 1/149
Rarity: Common
Released: 2017
Energy type: grass energy
Market price: $0.19
Artist: Kanako Eo

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$0.19market price via TCGplayer · Sep 20, 2026$0.12 – $0.21 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As the first card in its set, this grass-type Caterpie holds a foundational place in the collection, serving as the common starting point for the series. Its presence is essential for building a complete set, representing the classic early-game encounters that define the experience of the franchise.

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Card face

What it does

50 HPBasic

Cost: colorless energyNap

Heal 20 damage from this Pokémon.

Cost: colorless energy colorless energyGnaw20

Weaknessfire energy×2Retreatcolorless energy

When attacked by bird Pokémon, it resists by releasing a terrifically strong odor from its antennae, but it often becomes their prey.

Formats

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Provenance

Where it came from

The Caterpie card, numbered 1/149, was released in 2017 as part of the Sun & Moon base set for the Pokémon Trading Card Game. This set marked the beginning of the seventh generation of games, introducing the Alola region and new mechanics such as GX cards. As a common card, it served as an entry-level piece for players to build out their grass-type rosters, staying true to the character's legacy as one of the earliest creatures encountered by trainers in the original Kanto region.

The artwork for this specific card was illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita, one of the most prolific and iconic artists in the history of the franchise. Arita utilized a clean, soft-focus aesthetic to capture the essence of Caterpie in its natural forest habitat. His design focuses on accessibility and clarity, prioritizing a friendly, approachable portrayal that aligns with the character's role as a staple of the early-game experience in Pokémon media.

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