Butterfree – 151 (#12)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Butterfree (#12) is an Uncommon card from Scarlet & Violet - 151 released in 2023. It showcases artwork by Tika Matsuno and the Whirlwind attack (60 damage), Switch out your opponent's Active Pokémon to the Bench. (Your opponent chooses the new Active Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.08, Cardmarket average sale is €0.05, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.08
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.06
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- 151
- Card Number
- 12
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Tika Matsuno
- HP
- 130
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation G ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Whirlwind
[Grass]
— 60
Switch out your opponent's Active Pokémon to the Bench. (Your opponent chooses the new Active Pokémon.)
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (60.0 per energy). -
Bye-Bye Flight
[Colorless, Colorless]
Choose 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. Shuffle that Pokémon and all attached cards into their deck, and then shuffle this Pokémon and all attached cards into your deck. If your opponent has no Benched Pokémon, this attack does nothing.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Butterfree from 151 (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2023, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Tika Matsuno.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Butterfree 12 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark G, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Butterfree's Whirlwind deals 60 damage for Grass energy. Special effect: Switch out your opponent's Active Pokémon to the Bench. (Your opponent chooses the new Active Pokémo...
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Butterfree Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 151 #12 ← Current | 130 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.08 |
�📦 151 Set Context
This Butterfree is part of the 151 expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2023.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Tika Matsuno, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Butterfree card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Uncommon cards from 151 are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Tika Matsuno resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Butterfree 12 was released in 2023 in the 151 expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Tika Matsuno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: 151 is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Butterfree with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Butterfree card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Butterfree works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.