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Basic Info

Introduced: Generation 1
Species: Fish Pokémon
Type: Water
Height: 0.9m
Weight: 10kg
Catch Rate: 255
Base Happiness: 70
Gender Ratio: 50% Female / 50% Male
Pokédex 3D AR: AR Marker
Generation 6 Cry

Names

Language Name
Chinese (Cantonese Hong Kong) 鯉魚王
Chinese (Mandarin Taiwan) 鲤鱼王
English Magikarp
French Magicarpe
German Karpador
Italian Magikarp
Japanese コイキング
Japanese (Romanized) Koiking
Japanese (Trademark) Koiking
Korean 잉어킹
Spanish Magikarp

Dex Numbers

Dex #
National Dex #129
Kanto #129
Johto (G/S) #76
Johto (HG/SS) #76
Hoenn #52
Sinnoh #23
Sinnoh (Plt) #23
Kalos (Central) #49
Hoenn (ORAS) #53
Alola #91
Galar #144

Abilities

  • Swift Swim: Boosts the Pokémon’s Speed stat in rain.
  • Rattled: Dark-, Ghost-, and Bug-type moves scare the Pokémon and boost its Speed stat. [Hidden Ability]

Evolutionary Chain

Pokemon
Level 20
Pokemon

Breeding

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Damage Taken

Electric 2x
Fire 0.5x
Grass 2x
Ice 0.5x
Steel 0.5x
Water 0.5x

Base Stats

Gen Type(s) HP ATK DEF SP. ATK SP. DEF SPEED TOTAL
8 Water 20
10
55
15
20
80
200
7 Water 20
10
55
15
20
80
200
6 Water 20
10
55
15
20
80
200

Dex Flavor Text

Game Dex Flavor Text
United States Pokémon Red In the distant past, it was somewhat stronger than the horribly weak descendants that exist today.
United States Pokémon Blue In the distant past, it was somewhat stronger than the horribly weak descendants that exist today.
Japan Pokémon Stadium あいてが どんなポケモンでも どんなに  おそろしい わざを しかけようとも ただ はねる。
United States Pokémon Stadium Whoever its opponent, and however horrible the attack it receives, all it does is Splash around.
United States Pokémon Yellow Famous for being very unreliable. It can be found swimming in seas, lakes, rivers, and shallow puddles.
United States Pokémon Gold An underpowered, pathetic Pokemon. It may jump high on rare occasions, but never more than seven feet.
United States Pokémon Silver For no reason, it jumps and splashes about, making it easy for predators like Pidgeotto to catch it mid-jump.
United States Pokémon Ruby Magikarp is a pathetic excuse for a Pokemon that is only capable of flopping and splashing. This behavior prompted scientists to undertake research into it.
United States Pokémon 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 POKeMON that can survive in any body of water no matter how polluted it is.
United States Pokémon 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.
United States Pokémon LeafGreen In the distant past, it was somewhat stronger than the horribly weak descendants that exist today.
United States Pokémon FireRed It is virtually worthless in terms of both power and speed. It is the most weak and pathetic POKeMON in the world.
United States Pokémon Pearl It is unable to swim against even slow-moving currents. It always splashes about for some reason.
United States Pokémon Diamond It is said to be the world's weakest Pokémon. No one knows why it has managed to survive.
United States Pokémon Platinum A MAGIKARP living for many years can leap a mountain using Splash. The move remains useless, though.
United States Pokémon HeartGold An underpowered, pathetic Pokémon. It may jump high on rare occasions, but usually not more than seven feet.
United States Pokémon SoulSilver For no reason, it jumps and splashes about, making it easy for predators like PIDGEOTTO to catch it mid-jump.
United States Pokémon White A Magikarp living for many years can leap a mountain using Splash. The move remains useless, though.
Japan Pokémon White ながねん いきた コイキングは はねるだけで やまをも こえるが わざのいりょくは よわいまま。
United States Pokémon Black A Magikarp living for many years can leap a mountain using Splash. The move remains useless, though.
Japan Pokémon Black ながねん いきた コイキングは はねるだけで やまをも こえるが わざのいりょくは よわいまま。
United States Pokémon Black 2 A Magikarp living for many years can leap a mountain using Splash. The move remains useless, though.
Japan Pokémon Black 2 ながねん いきた コイキングは はねるだけで やまをも こえるが わざのいりょくは よわいまま。
United States Pokémon White 2 A Magikarp living for many years can leap a mountain using Splash. The move remains useless, though.
Japan Pokémon White 2 ながねん いきた コイキングは はねるだけで やまをも こえるが わざのいりょくは よわいまま。
France Pokémon X Magicarpe manque totalement de vitesse et de force. C’est le Pokémon le plus pathétique sur terre.
Italy Pokémon Y Anticamente era molto più forte dell’odierno discendente, che è debolissimo.
Spain Pokémon Y En un pasado lejano, era más fuerte de lo que hoy son sus débiles descendientes.
France Pokémon Y La puissance de cette créature a beaucoup régressé au fil des siècles.
South Korea Pokémon Y 아주 먼 옛날에는 좀 더 강했던 것 같다. 그러나 지금은 안쓰러울 정도로 약하다.
Germany Pokémon Y Die urzeitlichen Vorfahren dieses Pokémon waren sehr viel stärker als ihre heutigen Nachkommen.
Japan Pokémon Y おおむかしは まだ もうすこし つよかったらしい。しかし いまは かなしいくらいに よわいのだ。
United States Pokémon Y In the distant past, it was somewhat stronger than the horribly weak descendants that exist today.
Italy Pokémon X La sua forza e velocità sono praticamente nulle. Si può tranquillamente definire il più debole e patetico Pokémon del mondo.
Spain Pokémon X No es precisamente rápido ni fuerte. Es el Pokémon más debilucho y simplón de todos los que hay.
Germany Pokémon X Es ist nutzlos, was Kraft und Geschwindigkeit angeht. Dieses ist das schwächste und erbärmlichste Pokémon der Welt.
Japan Pokémon X ちからも スピードも ほとんどダメ。 せかいで いちばん よわくて なさけない ポケモンだ。
United States Pokémon X It is virtually worthless in terms of both power and speed. It is the most weak and pathetic Pokémon in the world.
South Korea Pokémon X 힘도 스피드도 거의 없다. 세상에서 가장 약하고 한심한 포켓몬이다.
Italy Pokémon Omega Ruby Nella lotta Magikarp è inutile, poiché può solo sguazzare. Infatti è considerato debole. In realtà si tratta di un Pokémon molto robusto che sopravvive in tutte le acque, anche le più inquinate.
South Korea Pokémon Alpha Sapphire 튀어 오르기만 하는 한심한 포켓몬이다. 왜 튀어 오르는지 조사한 연구자가 있을 정도로 무조건 튀고 튀고 튀어 오르기만 한다.
Italy Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Magikarp è un patetico esempio di Pokémon capace soltanto di dimenarsi e sguazzare. La natura di questo comportamento inutile è oggetto di studi da parte del mondo scientifico.
Spain Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Magikarp es el triste ejemplo de un Pokémon capaz únicamente de saltar y salpicar. Esta conducta llevó a científicos a estudiarlo en profundidad.
France Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Magicarpe est un Pokémon ridicule qui ne sait faire que des ronds dans l’eau ou se laisser porter par les courants. Son comportement a donné envie aux savants d’étudier son cas.
Germany Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Karpador ist ein armseliges Pokémon, das nur platschen kann. Sein merkwürdiges Verhalten hat so manchen Wissenschaftler zum Forschen angeregt.
Japan Pokémon Alpha Sapphire はねる ことしか しない なさけない ポケモン。 なぜ はねるのか しらべた けんきゅうしゃが いるほど とにかく はねて はねて はねまくる。
United States Pokémon Alpha Sapphire 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.
South Korea Pokémon Omega Ruby 튀어오르기만으로는 만족스럽게 싸울 수 없어서 약하다고 여겨지고 있지만 아무리 더러워진 물에서라도 살 수 있는 끈질긴 포켓몬이다.
Spain Pokémon Omega Ruby Magikarp es prácticamente inútil en combate; solo sirve para salpicar, y se le considera muy débil. Con todo, en realidad es un Pokémon muy resistente. Sobrevive en cualquier medio acuático, aunque esté contaminado.
France Pokémon Omega Ruby Magicarpe est virtuellement inutile en combat. Il se contente de faire des ronds dans l’eau. On le considère plutôt faible. Pourtant, ce Pokémon est très robuste et peut survivre dans n’importe quel environnement, même très pollué.
Germany Pokémon Omega Ruby Karpador ist im Kampf praktisch nutzlos, da es nur platschen kann. Daher wird es als schwach eingeschätzt. Es ist aber tatsächlich sehr robust und kann in jedem Gewässer überleben, egal, wie verseucht dieses ist.
Japan Pokémon Omega Ruby はねている だけで まんぞくに たたかえないため よわいと おもわれているが どんなに よごれた みずでも くらせる しぶとい ポケモンなのだ。
United States Pokémon Omega Ruby 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.
United States Pokémon Sun Although weak and helpless, this Pokémon is incredibly fertile. They exist in such multitudes, you’ll soon grow tired of seeing them.
United States Pokémon Moon Its reckless leaps make it easy pickings for predators. On the bright side, many Pokémon enjoy longer life spans, thanks to Magikarp.
United States Pokémon Sword It is virtually worthless in terms of both power and speed. It is the most weak and pathetic Pokémon in the world.
United States Pokémon Shield This weak and pathetic Pokémon gets easily pushed along rivers when there are strong currents.
United States Pokémon Stadium 2 An underpowered, pathetic Pokémon. It may jump high on rare occasions, but never more then seven feet.

Sprite List

Gen/Game Normal Shiny
First Generation
Red and Green (Japan) Back Picture Front Picture
Back Picture Front Picture
Red and Blue (US) Back Picture Front Picture
Back Picture Front Picture
Yellow Back Picture Front Picture
Back Picture Front Picture
Back Picture Front Picture
Second Generation
Gold Back Picture Front Picture Back Picture Front Picture
Silver Back Picture Front Picture Back Picture Front Picture
Crystal Back Picture Front Picture Front Picture Back Picture Front Picture Front Picture
Third Generation
Ruby/Sapphire Back Picture Front Picture Back Picture Front Picture
Emerald Front Picture Front Picture Front Picture Front Picture Front Picture Front Picture
Fire Red / Leaf Green Back Picture Front Picture Back Picture Front Picture
Fourth Generation
Diamond/Pearl
Platinum
Heart Gold/Soul Silver
Fifth Generation
Black/White anim anim
Sixth & Seventh Generation
XY
Sun/Moon

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Character Appearances

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  • United States James's Magikarp
  • Japan コジロウのコイキング
  • Japan Kojirō no Koiking
  • Japan Kojiro's Koiking
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  • United States Oralie's Magikarp
  • Japan オトネのコイキング
  • Japan Otone no Koiking
  • Japan Otone's Koiking
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  • United States Jessie's Magikarp
  • Japan ムサシのコイキング
  • Japan Musashi no Koiking
  • Japan Musashi's Koiking
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  • United States Jimmy's Magikarp
  • Japan ジミーのコイキング
  • Japan Jimmy no Koiking
  • Japan Jimmy's Koiking
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  • United States Luka's Magikarp
  • Japan ルカのコイキング
  • Japan Luka no Koiking
  • Japan Luka's Koiking
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  • United States Goh's Magikarp
  • Japan ゴウのコイキング
  • Japan Go no Koiking
  • Japan Go's Koiking
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  • United States Goh's Giant Magikarp
  • Japan ゴウの大型コイキング
  • Japan Go no ōgata Koiking
  • Japan Go's Giant Koiking
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  • United States Kasukarp's Magikarp (Shinegoldie)
  • Japan カスキングのコイキング
  • Japan Kasuking no Koiking
  • Japan Kasuking's Koiking
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  • United States Magikarpenter's Magikarp
  • Japan コイ・キンゲンのコイキング
  • Japan Koi Kingen no Koiking
  • Japan Koi Kingen's Koiking
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  • United States Karpy's Manager's Magikarp (Karpy)
  • Japan コイちゃん
  • Japan Koi-chan
  • Japan Koi-chan
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  • United States Red's Magikarp
  • Japan レッドのコイキング
  • Japan Red no Koiking
  • Japan Red's Koiking
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  • United States Rikuo's Magikarp

Episode Appearances

Ep # Title
SL 1
SL 10
SL 15
SL 16
SL 27
SL 35
SL 38
SL 45
SL 48
SL 67
SL 68
SL 80
SL 81
OI 3
OI 6
OI 12
OI 29
GS 2
GS 30
GS 35
GS 37
GS 85
GS 90
GS 94
GS 98
GS 99
GS 100
GS 109
GS 119
GS 128
GS 145
GS 153
GS 156
AG 75
AG 79
AG 92
AG 153
AG 169
AG 183
AG 192
DP 1
DP 21
PC 14
Movie 2
Movie 5
Movie 7
Movie 11
PSFC 1
PSFC 2
DP 86
DP 91
SP 3
DP 120
ANA 5
DP 140
DP 151
Movie 13
DP 181
Movie 15
BWS2N 8
BWS2DA 19
XY 1
Movie 17
XY 22
XY 40
Gen 8
SM 5
Movie 20
SM 15
SM 22
SM 28
SM 33
SM 42
SM 71
SM 99
SM 113
SM 121
SM 126
SM 129
PM2019 1
PM2019 2
PM2019 20
PM2019 24
PM2019 26
PM2019 31
PM2019 35
PM2019 37
PM2019 50
PM2019 54
PM2019 62
PM2019 73
POKETOON 4
EVO 7
PM2019 94
PLA 1
Eevee 4
PM2019 119
SP 15
PM2019 136
SP 16
PM MPM 1
PM MPM 4
PM2023 3

TCG Cards

#35: Magikarp
Rarity:
Uncommon
Type:
Type
HP:
30
Weakness:
Type
Retreat Cost:
Energy
#47: Magikarp
Rarity:
Uncommon
Type:
Type
HP:
30
Weakness:
Type
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Energy
#73: Giovanni's Magikarp
Rarity:
Common
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HP:
30
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Type
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Energy
#88: Misty's Magikarp
Rarity:
Common
Type:
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HP:
30
Weakness:
Type
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Energy
#66: Shining Magikarp
Rarity:
Rare
Type:
Type
HP:
30
Weakness:
Type
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Energy
#52: Magikarp
Rarity:
Uncommon
Type:
Type
HP:
30
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Type
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Energy
#118: Magikarp
Rarity:
Common
Type:
Type
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30
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Energy
#75: Magikarp
Rarity:
Common
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Type
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30
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Type
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Energy
#60: Magikarp
Rarity:
Common
Type:
Type
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30
Weakness:
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Energy
#67: Magikarp
Rarity:
Common
Type:
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30
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#65: Magikarp
Rarity:
Common
Type:
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30
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Energy
#64: Magikarp
Rarity:
Common
Type:
Type
HP:
30
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Type
Retreat Cost:
Energy
#69: Magikarp (Delta Species)
Rarity:
Common
Type:
Type
HP:
30
Weakness:
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Retreat Cost:
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#89: Magikarp
Rarity:
Common
Type:
Type
HP:
30
Weakness:
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+10
Retreat Cost:
Energy
#65: Magikarp
Rarity:
Common
Type:
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30
Weakness:
Type
+10
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Energy
#110: Magikarp
Rarity:
Common
Type:
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30
Weakness:
Type
+10
Retreat Cost:
Energy
#72: Magikarp
Rarity:
Common
Type:
Type
HP:
30
Weakness:
Type
x2
Retreat Cost:
Energy
#61: Magikarp
Rarity:
Common
Type:
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HP:
30
Weakness:
Type
x2
Retreat Cost:
Energy
#23: Magikarp
Rarity:
Common
Type:
Type
HP:
30
Weakness:
Type
x2
Retreat Cost:
Energy
#22: コイキング
Rarity:
Type:
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HP:
30
Weakness:
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Retreat Cost:
Energy
#30: Magikarp
Rarity:
Common
Type:
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HP:
30
Weakness:
Type
x2
Retreat Cost:
Energy
#19: Magikarp
Rarity:
Common
Type:
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HP:
30
Weakness:
Type
x2
Retreat Cost:
Energy
#22: Magikarp
Rarity:
Common
Type:
Type
HP:
30
Weakness:
Type
x2
Retreat Cost:
Energy
#33: Magikarp
Rarity:
Common
Type:
Type
HP:
30
Weakness:
Type
x2
Retreat Cost:
Energy
#32: Magikarp
Rarity:
Common
Type:
Type
HP:
30
Weakness:
Type
x2
Retreat Cost:
Energy
#17: Magikarp
Rarity:
Common
Type:
Type
HP:
30
Weakness:
Type
x2
Retreat Cost:
Energy
#8: Magikarp
Rarity:
Common
Type:
Type
HP:
30
Weakness:
Type
x2
Retreat Cost:
Energy
#21: Magikarp
Rarity:
Common
Type:
Type
HP:
30
Weakness:
Type
x2
Retreat Cost:
Energy

Event Pokemon

Title
Uttsu Koiking
Country: Japan
Pokémon: Thumbanil Magikarp
Started: 2007-02-14
Ended: 2007-02-14
Ryuta Koiking
Country: Japan
Pokémon: Thumbanil Magikarp
Started: 2007-02-14
Ended: 2007-02-14
Ruirui Koiking
Country: Japan
Pokémon: Thumbanil Magikarp
Started: 2007-02-14
Ended: 2007-02-14
Nori Koiking
Country: Japan
Pokémon: Thumbanil Magikarp
Started: 2007-02-14
Ended: 2007-02-14
Nana Koiking
Country: Japan
Pokémon: Thumbanil Magikarp
Started: 2007-02-14
Ended: 2007-02-14
Nagoya Pokémon Center - Alternate Colored Koiking
Country: Japan
Pokémon: Thumbanil Magikarp
Started: 2013-03-20
Ended: 2013-05-06
Pokémon Center Hiroshima - Koiking
Country: Japan
Pokémon: Thumbanil Magikarp
Started: 2015-06-26
Ended: 2015-08-31
Note: Move names that have a colored checkmark beside the name receive a Same Type Attack Bonus (STAB) when used by this Pokémon

Level Up Moves

Splash Type Icon Status 40 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Tackle Type Icon Physical 35 40 100 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15
Flail Type Icon Physical 15 100 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30

TM/HM Moves

No TM/HM Found

Egg Moves

No egg moves found

Move Tutors

Bounce Type Icon Physical 5 85 85