Magikarp
#129 (Kanto)
Best moveset for Magikarp
The best moves for Magikarp are Splash and Struggle when attacking Pokémon in Gyms. This move combination has the highest total DPS and is also the best moveset for PVP battles.
Pokémon type
Evolution
There are currently a total of 2 Pokémon in the Magikarp family. Magikarp evolves into Gyarados which costs 400 Candy.
Evolving Mega Gyarados costs 300 Mega Energy the first time, and 60 Mega Energy every other time.
Magikarp Raid Guide
Magikarp has previously been Raid Boss in Tier 1 Raids.
Raid
Tier
Boss CP
3,227
Suggested players
2-5
Boss HP
123
Caught CP range
123
Caught CP (boosted)
12 - 32
Minimum IVs
10 / 10 / 10
Standard game images
There is a very low chance that you can get a shiny Magikarp, which has the following appearance:
Summary
Magikarp is a Water Pokémon. It is vulnerable to Grass and Electric moves. Magikarp's strongest moveset is Splash & Struggle and it has a Max CP of 274. Magikarp evolves into Gyarados.
About
"Magikarp is a pathetic excuse for a Pokémon that is only capable of flopping and splashing. This behavior prompted scientists to undertake research into it."
Base stats
| Attack | 29 | |
| Defense | 85 | |
| Stamina | 85 |
Max CP
|
Level 15 Research encounters |
117 View IV chart » |
|
Level 20 Max hatched / raids |
157 View IV chart » |
|
Level 30 Max wild |
235 View IV chart » |
| Level 40 | 274 View IV chart » |
Max CP with weather boost
| Level 25 (raids) | 196 View IV chart » |
| Level 35 (wild) | 255 View IV chart » |
Max HP
| Level 40 | 79 |
Size
| Height | 0.9 m |
| Weight | 10 kg |
Other
| Base capture rate | 0% |
| Base flee rate | 0% |
| Buddy walk distance | 1 km |
Best moveset for Magikarp
The best moves for Magikarp are Splash and Struggle when attacking Pokémon in Gyms. This move combination has the highest total DPS and is also the best moveset for PVP battles.
All moves
| Quick move | Damage | EPS | DPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Splash | 0 | 11.6 | 0 |
| Main move | Damage | EPS | DPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Struggle | 35 | 0 | 15.9 |
| Frustration Shadow | 10 | -16.5 | 5 |
| Return Purified | 35 | -47.1 | 50 |
The moves highlighted in green benefit from the Same Type Attack Bonus, and deal 20% more damage.
What counters Magikarp?
Magikarp is a Water type Pokémon, which makes it weak against Grass and Electric moves.
The 5 strongest Pokémon you can use to beat Magikarp are:
- Kartana,
- Xurkitree,
- Zekrom,
- Thundurus (Therian),
- Deoxys (Attack).
| Pokémon | Quick move | Main move | Effective damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kartana | Razor Leaf | Leaf Blade | 100% |
| Xurkitree | Thunder Shock | Discharge | 95% |
| Xurkitree | Spark | Discharge | 94% |
| Zekrom | Charge Beam | Fusion Bolt | 93% |
| Xurkitree | Spark | Power Whip | 92% |
| Xurkitree | Thunder Shock | Power Whip | 91% |
| Thundurus (Therian) | Thunder Shock | Thunderbolt | 88% |
| Xurkitree | Spark | Thunder | 87% |
| Thundurus (Therian) | Volt Switch | Thunderbolt | 87% |
| Zekrom | Charge Beam | Wild Charge | 87% |
These moves are calculated using type advantages / disadvantages, and including STAB. Click here for more info »
Most vulnerable to Magikarp
| Pokémon | Effective damage |
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These moves are calculated using type advantages / disadvantages, and including STAB. Click here for more info »
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