Butterfree – Base Set 2 (#34)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Butterfree (#34) is an Uncommon card from Base - Base Set 2 released in 2000. It showcases artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and the Whirlwind attack (20 damage), If your opponent has any Benched Pokémon, he or she chooses 1 of them and switches it with the Defending Pokémon. (Do the damage before switching the Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $1.50, Cardmarket average sale is €1.93, Floor listings start near €0.30.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.50
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.55
- Recent low listing: €0.30
Card Details
- Set
- Base Set 2
- Card Number
- 34
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kagemaru Himeno
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
Attacks & Strategy
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Whirlwind
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 20
If your opponent has any Benched Pokémon, he or she chooses 1 of them and switches it with the Defending Pokémon. (Do the damage before switching the Pokémon.) -
Mega Drain
[Grass, Grass, Grass, Grass]
— 40
Remove a number of damage counters from Butterfree equal to half the damage done to the Defending Pokémon (after applying Weakness and Resistance) (rounded up to the nearest 10). If Butterfree has fewer damage counters than that, remove all of them.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Butterfree from Base Set 2 (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2000, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kagemaru Himeno.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Butterfree 34 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Butterfree's Whirlwind deals 20 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: If your opponent has any Benched Pokémon, he or she chooses 1 of them and switches it with the Defen...
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -30
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base Set 2 #34 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $1.50 |
�📦 Base Set 2 Set Context
This Butterfree is part of the Base Set 2 expansion , released as part of the Base series in 2000.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kagemaru Himeno, 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 Base Set 2 are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kagemaru Himeno 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.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Butterfree 34 was released in 2000 in the Base Set 2 expansion. This set is part of the Base series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kagemaru Himeno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Base Set 2 is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
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 Unlimited format.
🛡️ 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.