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Butterfree — Legendary Collection Pokémon card

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ButterfreeLegendary Collection #21 Pokémon Card

Legendary Collection·#21·2002

Butterfree, the graceful Bug/Flying type Pokémon, is a beloved creature from Generation I, evolving from the humble Caterpie. This specific card from the 2002 Legendary Collection set is an uncommon variant, distinguished by its unique reverse-holographic "fireworks" pattern. Here, visitors will find a deep dive into Butterfree's Pokédex lore, its card mechanics including HP, energy costs, and attack effects, and the rich history of this particular edition.

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Card Number
#21
Release Date
May 23, 2002
Language
EN
Set Code
lc

Butterfree, the Butterfly Pokémon, is a Bug/Flying type creature introduced in Generation I. It is the final evolution of Caterpie, evolving from Metapod. Known for its elegant wings, Butterfree is often depicted fluttering through meadows and forests, gathering nectar. Its wings are covered in a fine, toxic powder that it can release to defend itself or to mark flowers it has visited. In the Pokémon anime, Ash's Butterfree was a significant character, highlighting themes of friendship and letting go as it departed to mate and migrate. Butterfree's diet primarily consists of flower nectar, which it collects using its long proboscis. It builds nests in trees and often lives in large colonies. Its gentle nature belies its ability to unleash poisonous dust, making it a surprisingly formidable opponent in battle. Butterfree's design, inspired by real-life butterflies, has cemented its place as a beloved and iconic Pokémon, representing the beauty and delicate balance of nature within the Pokémon world. Its evolution from the humble Caterpie is a classic example of transformation and growth within the franchise.

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