Expedition·#87·2002
Metapod, the Cocoon Pokémon, is a beloved Bug-type creature from Generation I, serving as the middle stage in the iconic Caterpie-Metapod-Butterfree evolution line and holding significant cultural weight within the Pokémon franchise. This specific Metapod card from the 2002 Expedition Base Set is a common variant that stands out with its unique e-Reader compatibility and distinctive art style, representing a pivotal moment in TCG history.
Read more ↓Metapod is the Cocoon Pokémon, a Bug-type creature introduced in Generation I. It is the evolved form of Caterpie and evolves into Butterfree. Metapod is famously known for its seemingly inactive state, encased in a hard shell, preparing for its next evolution. Its primary defense mechanism in the wild is its hardened exoskeleton, which it uses to protect itself from predators. Despite its passive appearance, Metapod is crucial in the ecosystem, often found in forests and jungles where Caterpie are abundant. In the Pokémon anime, Ash's Caterpie evolved into Metapod, and its struggle to evolve further into Butterfree became a memorable early arc, highlighting themes of patience and growth. Its evolution into Butterfree, a graceful and powerful Bug/Flying type, signifies a significant transformation, making Metapod a symbol of potential and the quiet strength found in waiting. Its presence in the early routes of many Pokémon games makes it a familiar sight for new trainers, cementing its place as an iconic first-stage evolution.
Last updated: April 10, 2026
