magikarp

Magikarp is a Water-type Pokémon introduced in Generation I.

Type: Water

Abilities:

• Swift Swim: Doubles the Pokémon's speed in rain
• Rattled (Hidden Ability): Increases Speed when hit by a Bug, Ghost, or Dark-type move

Physical Characteristics:

• Magikarp is a fish-like Pokémon with large, vacant eyes and an exaggerated dorsal fin.
• It has a reddish-orange body with large, rugged scales.
• Its fins are yellow, and it has a long, whisker-like barbel on each side of its face.
• Often considered physically weak due to its limited mobility and lack of strength.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Magikarp are commonly found in bodies of water such as lakes, rivers, and ponds.
• Known for their ability to survive in both clean and polluted waters.
• They are often seen leaping in the water, although their jumps are typically ineffective and clumsy.
• Magikarp are known for their perseverance, continuing to live and train despite their weaknesses.

In Battle:

• Magikarp is generally not used for battle due to its limited move set and low stats.
• Known moves include Splash, which has no effect, Tackle, and Flail.
• Its main battle strategy relies on evolving into its more powerful form, Gyarados.
• It is weak against Electric and Grass-type moves but resists Steel, Fire, Water, and Ice-type moves.

Evolution:

• Magikarp evolves into Gyarados starting at level 20.
• This evolution marks a significant increase in power, transforming it from one of the weakest Pokémon into a formidable Water/Flying-type.

Interesting Facts:

• Magikarp has become a symbol of perseverance and potential, often cited for its dramatic evolution into Gyarados.
• It is based on the Asian carp, known for its ability to leap waterfalls, echoing the legend of carp becoming dragons.
• Despite its weak appearance, Magikarp is capable of surviving in harsh environments where other Pokémon might struggle.
• Often used as a comedic element in the Pokémon series due to its apparent uselessness in battle.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Red: In the distant past, it was somewhat strongerthan the horribly weak descendants that exist today.
• Blue: In the distant past, it was somewhat strongerthan the horribly weak descendants that exist today.
• Yellow: Famous for being very unreliable. It can be foundswimming in seas, lakes, rivers and shallow puddles.
• Gold: An underpowered, pathetic Pokémon. It may jump highon rare occasions, but never more than seven feet.
• Silver: For no reason, it jumps and splashes about, making iteasy for predators like PIDGEOTTO to catch it mid-jump.
• Crystal: This weak and pathetic Pokémon gets easily pushedalong rivers when there are strong currents.
• Ruby: MAGIKARP is a pathetic excuse for a Pokémon that is only capable of flopping and splashing.This behavior prompted scientists to undertake research into it.
• Sapphire: MAGIKARP is virtually useless in battle as it can only splash around. As a result, it is considered to be weak.However, it is actually a very hardy Pokémon that can survive in any body of water no matter how polluted it is.
• Emerald: Its swimming muscles are weak, so it is easily washed away by currents. In places where water pools, you can see many MAGIKARP deposited there by the flow.
• Firered: It is virtually worthless in terms of both power and speed. It is the most weak and pathetic Pokémon in the world.
• Leafgreen: In the distant past, it was somewhat stronger than the horribly weak descendants that exist today.
• Diamond: It is said to be the world’s weakest Pokémon. No one knows why it has managed to survive.
• Pearl: It is unable to swim against even slow-moving currents. It always splashes about for some reason.
• Platinum: A MAGIKARP living for many years can leap a mountain using Splash. The move remains useless, though.
• Heartgold: An underpowered, pathetic Pokémon. It may jump high on rare occasions, but usually not more than seven feet.
• Soulsilver: For no reason, it jumps and splashes about, making it easy for predators like PIDGEOTTO to catch it mid-jump.
• Black: A Magikarp living for many years can leap a mountain using Splash. The move remains useless, though.
• White: A Magikarp living for many years can leap a mountain using Splash. The move remains useless, though.
• Black-2: A Magikarp living for many years can leap a mountain using Splash. The move remains useless, though.
• White-2: A Magikarp living for many years can leap a mountain using Splash. The move remains useless, though.
• X: It is virtually worthless in terms of both power and speed. It is the most weak and pathetic Pokémon in the world.
• Y: In the distant past, it was somewhat stronger than the horribly weak descendants that exist today.
• Omega-Ruby: Magikarp is a pathetic excuse for a Pokémon that is only capable of flopping and splashing. This behavior prompted scientists to undertake research into it.
• Alpha-Sapphire: Magikarp is virtually useless in battle as it can only splash around. As a result, it is considered to be weak. However, it is actually a very hardy Pokémon that can survive in any body of water no matter how polluted it is.
• Sun: Although weak and helpless, this Pokémon is incredibly fertile. They exist in such multitudes, you’ll soon grow tired of seeing them.
• Moon: Its reckless leaps make it easy pickings for predators. On the bright side, many Pokémon enjoy longer life spans, thanks to Magikarp.
• Ultra-Sun: In the distant past, they were fairly strong, but they have become gradually weaker over time.
• Ultra-Moon: Thanks to their strong hold on life, dirty water doesn’t bother them at all. They live in waters all over the world!
• Lets-Go-Pikachu: Famous for being very unreliable. It can be found swimming in seas, lakes, rivers, and shallow puddles.
• Lets-Go-Eevee: Famous for being very unreliable. It can be found swimming in seas, lakes, rivers, and shallow puddles.
• Sword: It is virtually worthless in terms of both power and speed. It is the most weak and pathetic Pokémon in the world.
• Shield: This weak and pathetic Pokémon gets easily pushed along rivers when there are strong currents.
• Legends-Arceus: A feeble, pitiful imbecile of a Pokémon that is nonetheless very hardy. Unperturbed by turbid water, it can be found living in all sorts of places.