Magikarp

Magikarp

Selected Masterpiece • 118/165
Market Price $57.5
Expedition Base Set E-Card 2002
The Illustrator

Tomokazu Komiya

Tomokazu Komiya has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards since 1999, with artwork appearing through 2025. Their illustrations span sets including Expedition Base Set, Neo Destiny, and Skyridge, and extend beyond cards to Pokémon Center merchandise, children’s books, and magazines.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Magikarp card captures a moment of struggle as the Pokémon leaps from the water, flailing against the current of a cascading waterfall. Its vibrant red scales contrast with the cool blues of the rushing water, creating a dynamic scene that conveys both effort and determination. The surrounding environment feels alive, with splashes and waves accentuating the intensity of its challenge. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the small yet significant battles that Magikarp faces in its journey.”

Editorial & Data

Published by Artchu Editorial. Card facts are based on structured reference data and Artchu enrichment. Visual commentary is AI-assisted and human-reviewed. Visual ranking reflects Artchu’s internal art_score methodology. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 19, 2026.

Rarity Common
Card Type Water
Era
E-Card
Release
15/09/2002

Flail

10×

This attack does 10 damage times the number of damage counters on Magikarp.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost