Butterfree (Southern Islands 9)

Butterfree Southern Islands 9/18 – Vintage Pokémon card from Wizards of the Coast

Butterfree Southern Islands 9/18 is an authentic English single card from the iconic Southern Islands promo set, released in 2001 during the Wizards of the Coast vintage era. This card is a classic collector's item for those who appreciate unique panorama artworks, genuine vintage Pokémon cards and special promo releases from the TCG's early years. The card is offered here as a raw single in condition LP (Lightly Played) – meaning it has light signs of play but still presents well and remains collectible.

Card details

• Name: Butterfree
• Set: Southern Islands (card number 9/18)
• Release year: 2001
• Manufacturer: Wizards of the Coast / The Pokémon Company
• Language: English
• Format: Single card, raw, LP (Lightly Played)
• Finish: Non-holo (not one of the set's six reverse holo "chase cards")
• Illustrator: Keiko Fukuyama
• Stage: Stage 2 Grass-type (evolves from Metapod)
• HP: 80
• No printed rarity symbol (typical for the Southern Islands promo series)

Panorama feature and collector relevance

The Southern Islands set is known for its panorama concept, where three cards together form a single scene. Butterfree #9 is part of panorama panel 3 alongside Ledyba (#7) and Jigglypuff (#8). Completing this panel is a particular satisfaction for collectors who want to experience the full artwork that Keiko Fukuyama illustrated with great detail.

Butterfree Southern Islands 9/18 is not one of the set's six reverse holo "chase cards", but it is still a sought-after vintage card—especially for those aiming to collect the entire Southern Islands set or recreate the panorama. The card has no official rarity designation, which is typical for this promo series.

Card technical data and attacks

Butterfree is a Stage 2 Grass-type Pokémon card with 80 HP. It has two characteristic attacks from the early TCG era:

Fly: Three Colorless energy, 30 damage. Flip a coin – heads prevents all effects of attacks (including damage) done to Butterfree during the opponent's next turn; tails makes the attack do nothing.

Rainbow Powder: One Grass and one Colorless energy, 20 damage. Flip a coin – heads gives Paralyze, tails gives Poison.

Flavor text: “The poison scales on its wings are waterproof, allowing this Pokémon to be active even on rainy days.”

Storage and accessories

To preserve the card's condition it is recommended to store Butterfree Southern Islands 9/18 in sleeves or binders. See our range of Accessories for secure storage and protection of your valuable Pokémon cards.

If you're interested in more classic cards from the early years of the Pokémon TCG, you can browse the full selection of Pokémon cards or dive into our Vintage booster box section for more collector experiences.

Note: You will receive one booster pack per purchased unit. Image for illustration only.