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Magikarp
Expedition Base Set 118/165 • common
- Set
- Expedition Base Set
- Number
- 118/165
- Rarity
- Common
- Released
- 2002
- Energy type
- water energy
- Market price
- $32.63
- Artist
- Tomokazu Komiya
What it does
This attack does 10 damage times the number of damage counters on Magikarp.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- ExpandedNot legal
- UnlimitedLegal
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Where it came from
The Magikarp card, numbered 118/165, was released as part of the Expedition Base Set in 2002. This set marked a significant evolution for the Pokémon Trading Card Game in the West, as it was the first to introduce the e-Reader technology, allowing players to scan cards into a Game Boy Advance for additional content. It served as a bridge between traditional tabletop play and digital interaction, reflecting the era's experimentation with augmented gaming experiences.
The card features artwork by Midori Harada, a prolific illustrator for the series known for her soft, expressive watercolor style. Harada aimed to capture the essence of Magikarp's infamous 'Splash' ability, depicting the fish in its signature flailing pose. While the card is a common rarity, it remains a nostalgic touchstone for collectors due to its status as one of the inaugural cards in the E-Series design template, which featured a distinct layout with larger artwork windows and expanded bottom borders.
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