Misty's Magikarp
Misty's Magikarp is a Common Pokémon TCG printing from Gym Challenge (#88). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $3.46 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2000. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Misty's Magikarp suits collectors working on Gym Challenge who need the Common slot. Verify how the promo was distributed (meal toy, league, box insert) because identical artwork can exist across multiple promo printings.
What is Misty's Magikarp from Gym Challenge?
Misty's Magikarp is a Pokémon card in Gym Challenge numbered 88. Misty's Magikarp (#88) is a promo-line printing from Gym Challenge where distribution story and scarcity often explain price as much as gameplay utility. National Pokédex #129. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Misty's Magikarp worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $3.46 for Misty's Magikarp. Low and high spread runs $1.78 to $39.95. Per-finish references: unlimited: $3.46; 1stEdition: $11.85. 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 | Gym Challenge |
|---|---|
| Number | 88 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $3.46 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €2.20 |
| unlimited | $3.46 |
| 1stEdition | $11.85 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 30 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Play Dead | Colorless Flip a coin. If heads, during your opponent's next turn, prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to Misty's Magikarp. |
| Leap | Colorless 10 |
| Weakness | Lightning ×2 |
How collectible is Misty's Magikarp?
Misty's Magikarp is listed as Common in Gym Challenge. Promo printings often appeal to completionists tracking event or retail exclusives. 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.
What are the key details for Misty's Magikarp?
Catalog fields: set Gym Challenge, rarity Common. Illustrated by Ken Sugimori. 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
Misty's Magikarp (#88) is a promo-line printing from Gym Challenge where distribution story and scarcity often explain price as much as gameplay utility.
Pros
- Misty's Magikarp is catalogued as Common printing in Gym Challenge, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $3.46 across finishes (unlimited: $3.46; 1stEdition: $11.85).
- Illustrator Ken Sugimori 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 $3.46 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Misty's Magikarp worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $3.46 for ungraded Misty's Magikarp from Gym Challenge. 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 Misty's Magikarp from?
Misty's Magikarp is listed in Gym Challenge (Gym) as card #88. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Misty's Magikarp?
Our catalog lists Misty's Magikarp as Common in Gym Challenge. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Misty's Magikarp good for collectors or players?
Misty's Magikarp includes gameplay stats in Gym Challenge. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Misty's Magikarp?
Finish variants of Misty's Magikarp carry separate market listings. unlimited: $3.46; 1stEdition: $11.85 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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