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Giovanni’s Magikarp Gym Challenge 2000
Card · Gym Challenge · 2000

Giovanni’s Magikarp

$7.97 Latest known market value January 17, 2026
Common Water
Curatorial Commentary

Giovanni's Magikarp captures a moment of whimsy in a tranquil aquatic setting. The bright orange and yellow hues of the Magikarp contrast beautifully against the soft blues of the water, creating a serene atmosphere. As it flops about, its expression reflects both innocence and a hint of determination, embodying the struggle of a small fish in a vast world. This snapshot invites viewers to appreciate the simple yet profound journey of growth and resilience.

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Catalogue plate № 73/132
Identity
PokémonMagikarp
TypeWater
RarityCommon
StageBasic
Authorship
IllustratorKen Sugimori
Year2000
Plate №73/132
Composition
StyleCartoonColorfulTraditional
MoodLightheartedPlayful
CompositionBalancedSimple
PaletteCoolVibrantWarm
Game mechanics
HP 30
Stage Basic
Weakness Lightning ×2
Retreat
Ancestral Memory 40

Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing. Either way, you can't use this attack again as long as Giovanni's Magikarp stays in play (even putting Giovanni's Magikarp on the Bench won't let you use it again).

Flail Around 10×

Flip 3 coins. This attack does 10 damage times the number of heads.