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Magikarp 52/110

Name: Magikarp #52 - Legendary Collection | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: base6-52
Price: 6.25 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Legendary Collection Released: May 24, 2002

Pokémon

Water Type Uncommon Pull Rate: 1 in 12 packs (8.3%) Evolves To: Gyarados

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6.25 $1.14 (22.31%)

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PSA Graded Prices

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	77.48	—	x12
PSA9	24.78	—	x4.0
PSA8	22.00	—	x3.5
PSA7	11.00	—	x1.8

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	2,505.00	—	x3.6
PSA9	656.06	—	x0.9
PSA8.5	265.00	—	x0.4
PSA8	945.21	7.30%	x1.4
PSA7	565.45	9.15%	x0.8

About Magikarp

In the distant past, it was stronger than its horribly weak descendants that exist today.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Magikarp
National Pokédex #129
Card Number 52/110
Card RarityUncommon
IllustratorMitsuhiro Arita
Release Date24/05/2002
SeriesOther
Expansion Legendary Collection
Evolves To
Gyarados
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionKanto
Generation Generation 1

Card Attributes

Energy Type Water
Health Points30 HP
Weakness Lightning ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×1

Attacks

Tackle10
Flail10×
Does 10 damage times the number of damage counters on Magikarp.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Magikarp thrashing near the water's surface, mouth wide open and bubbles rising, surrounded by aquatic plants and reflections, capturing its desperate and flailing nature in a serene pond environment.

Playability Overview

Magikarp’s low HP and limited attacks make it a risky choice, but its Flail ability can strategically capitalize on damage accumulation for a surprise offensive boost.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Flailing FunThis Magikarp is such a classic! With its splashing water and comical expression, it deserves a spot on a “Quirky Aquatics” page. Its bright blue backdrop and goofy pose contrast nicely with more serious water types, so keep it near other whimsical Pokémon like Psyduck or Wailmer for some fun synergy.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ocean / Silly / Bright Blue / Splashing / Underwater Antics