Kakuna – Team Up (#4)

Price Overview & Key Facts
Kakuna (#4) is an Uncommon card from Sun & Moon - Team Up released in 2019. It showcases artwork by Yuka Morii and the Bug Bite attack (20 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.32, Cardmarket average sale is €0.16, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.32
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.21
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Team Up
- Card Number
- 4
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Yuka Morii
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Beedrill
Abilities
-
Grass Cushion
If this Pokémon has any Grass Energy attached to it, it takes 30 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attacks & Strategy
- Bug Bite [Colorless, Colorless] — 20
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Kakuna from Team Up (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Yuka Morii.
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 4 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Kakuna's Bug Bite deals 20 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy.
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|
Team Up #4 ← Current | 80 | 1 attack | Uncommon | $0.32 |
�📦 Team Up Set Context
This Kakuna is part of the Team Up expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Yuka Morii, 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 Team Up are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Yuka Morii 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 4 was released in 2019 in the Team Up 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 Yuka Morii. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Team Up 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.