Kakuna – Crimson Invasion (#2)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Kakuna (#2) is an Uncommon card from Sun & Moon - Crimson Invasion released in 2017. It showcases artwork by miki kudo and the Multiply attack, Search your deck for up to 3 Kakuna and put them onto your Bench. Then, shuffle your deck.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.11, Cardmarket average sale is €0.06, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.11
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.06
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Crimson Invasion
- Card Number
- 2
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 miki kudo
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Beedrill
Attacks & Strategy
-
Multiply
[Grass]
Search your deck for up to 3 Kakuna and put them onto your Bench. Then, shuffle your deck.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Kakuna from Crimson Invasion (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2017, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator miki kudo.
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 Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Kakuna's Multiply for Grass energy. Special effect: Search your deck for up to 3 Kakuna and put them onto your Bench. Then, shuffle your deck.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimson Invasion #2 ← Current | 80 | 1 attack | Uncommon | $0.11 |
�📦 Crimson Invasion Set Context
This Kakuna is part of the Crimson Invasion expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2017.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by miki kudo, 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 Crimson Invasion are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by miki kudo 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 2017 in the Crimson Invasion expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by miki kudo. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Crimson Invasion 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 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.