Caterpie (Evolutions 3) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Caterpie is a Common Pokémon card from the Evolutions set, numbered 3. It has 40 HP and features the attack String Shot. This card captures the early stage of Caterpie’s evolution with a simple yet vibrant design.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Attack: String Shot (10 damage; may Paralyze opponent’s Active Pokémon on a heads flip)
• Flavor Text: It is covered with a green skin. When it grows, it sheds the skin, covers itself with silk, and becomes a cocoon.
• Set Code: xy12
• Card ID: xy12-3
• Image:

Key Printings

This printing is from the XY series, specifically the Evolutions set (xy12). It is a Common card numbered 3 in the set. The card does not evolve from any other Pokémon, making it a straightforward Basic stage entry.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by its set code (xy12), card number (3), and illustrator (Ken Sugimori). The card features a single Grass-type attack, String Shot, which can paralyze the opponent’s Active Pokémon on a successful coin flip.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data. No additional rules or abilities are noted.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this card’s vibrant artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Common rarity, it is ideal for casual collectors or players who appreciate classic Ken Sugimori illustrations.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Evolutions (xy12): This set revives classic Pokémon designs with updated mechanics. Caterpie appears as a faithful Basic Grass-type with a simple but effective attack, embodying the nostalgic feel of early Pokémon TCG prints.