Kakuna – Chilling Reign (#2)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Kakuna (#2) is an Uncommon card from Sword & Shield - Chilling Reign released in 2021. It showcases artwork by nagimiso and the Stiffen attack, During your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon takes 40 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.08, Cardmarket average sale is €0.04, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.08
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.07
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Chilling Reign
- Card Number
- 2
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 nagimiso
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Beedrill
Attacks & Strategy
-
Stiffen
[Grass]
During your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon takes 40 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Kakuna from Chilling Reign (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator nagimiso.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Kakuna 2 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Kakuna's Stiffen for Grass energy. Special effect: During your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon takes 40 less damage from attacks (after applying Wea...
Stats Overview: 80 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 Kakuna Cards
Looking for other Kakuna cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chilling Reign #2 ← Current | 80 | 1 attack | Uncommon | $0.08 |
�📦 Chilling Reign Set Context
This Kakuna is part of the Chilling Reign expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by nagimiso, 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 Kakuna 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 Chilling Reign are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by nagimiso 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: Kakuna 2 was released in 2021 in the Chilling Reign expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by nagimiso. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Chilling Reign represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Kakuna have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Kakuna 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: Kakuna 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.