magikarp

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

Type: Water

Abilities:

• Swift Swim: Increases Speed in rain
• Rattled (Hidden Ability): Boosts Speed when hit by a Bug, Ghost, or Dark-type move

Physical Characteristics:

• Medium-sized fish Pokémon
• Red-orange scales covering its body
• Large, vacant eyes and long barbels
• Stiff, white fins and a tail fin resembling a crown
• Notably weak and feeble in appearance

Behavior and Habitat:

• Commonly found in ponds, lakes, and rivers
• Known for its weak swimming abilities
• Can survive in both fresh and polluted water
• Often seen leaping in a futile attempt to overcome obstacles
• Forms schools with other Magikarp for safety

In Battle:

• Known for its lack of offensive capabilities
• Limited move pool, often relying on Splash, Tackle, and Flail
• Primarily used for its evolution potential rather than direct combat
• Easily defeated but can surprise opponents with Flail if at low health

Evolution:

• Evolves into Gyarados at level 20
• Notable for the dramatic transformation into a powerful Water/Flying-type Pokémon

Interesting Facts:

• Based on the Asian carp and inspired by the Chinese myth of a carp that could transform into a dragon
• Often seen as a weak Pokémon but holds potential due to its evolution
• Despite its reputation, it is one of the most commonly found Pokémon in the wild
• Its ability to leap over mountains is a reference to Chinese folklore

Magikarp’s transformation into Gyarados makes it a popular choice among trainers looking to invest in a future powerhouse despite its initial weaknesses.

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.