Magikarp
Magikarp is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Team Rocket (#47). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.89 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2000. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Magikarp suits collectors working on Team Rocket who need the Uncommon slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Magikarp from Team Rocket?
Magikarp is a Pokémon card in Team Rocket numbered 47. Recent research has revealed the presence of dragon DNA in this species of Pokémon. National Pokédex #129. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Magikarp worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.89 for Magikarp. Low and high spread runs $1.00 to $79.99. Per-finish references: unlimited: $2.89; 1stEdition: $8.24. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Team Rocket |
|---|---|
| Number | 47 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $2.89 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €2.48 |
| unlimited | $2.89 |
| 1stEdition | $8.24 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 30 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Flop | Colorless 10 |
| Rapid Evolution | WaterWaterWater Search your deck for an Evolution card named Gyarados or Dark Gyarados and put it on Magikarp. (This counts as evolving Magikarp.) Shuffle your deck afterward. |
| Weakness | Lightning ×2 |
How collectible is Magikarp?
Magikarp is listed as Uncommon in Team Rocket. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Magikarp?
Catalog fields: set Team Rocket, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Magikarp from Team Rocket should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Magikarp is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Team Rocket, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $2.89 across finishes (unlimited: $2.89; 1stEdition: $8.24).
- Illustrator Kagemaru Himeno has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $2.89 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Magikarp worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.89 for ungraded Magikarp from Team Rocket. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Magikarp from?
Magikarp is listed in Team Rocket (Base) as card #47. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
How rare is Magikarp?
Our catalog lists Magikarp as Uncommon in Team Rocket. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Magikarp good for collectors or players?
Magikarp includes gameplay stats in Team Rocket. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Magikarp?
Finish variants of Magikarp carry separate market listings. unlimited: $2.89; 1stEdition: $8.24 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.