Magikarp

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◐ Water

Magikarp - Expedition Base Set (#118)

Pokémon Basic Common HP 30
TCGplayer market reference
$158.82
reverseHolofoil · 2 variants
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Number
118
Illustrator
Tomokazu Komiya
Energy
Water
i About this card

Magikarp - Expedition Base Set

Magikarp is a Common Pokémon card from the Expedition Base Set Pokémon TCG set, released 2002, illustrated by Tomokazu Komiya. It sits at card number 118 in the Expedition Base Set checklist, classified as a Water-type Pokémon with 30 HP and the Basic subtype.

In collector terms, this is a common card. The stored TCGplayer market reference for reverseHolofoil is $158.82. This is the highest available reference across the 2 listed variants. Available values are listed below; inconsistent ranges are hidden.

Magikarp has been printed 9 times across different sets. The variant you're looking at (#118 in Expedition Base Set) is one of them - see every other printing further down to compare art, rarity, and current market price across all versions.

Catchinary Index Value

CIV 58Average

Strong era strength.

Market Heat 59

30 / 90 / 365-day price momentum.

Grading Upside 64

PSA 10 premium over raw NM.

Icon Status 40

Cultural recognition + iconic-set bonus.

Era Strength 85

Release-window weight.

Score blends market heat, grading upside, icon status, era strength. How CIV works →

Price references USD

Card record updated 2026-10-31. The source's price refresh time is not available. A history snapshot records stored values and does not confirm a new source update.

normal
$36.14 market
Range hidden: the stored low, mid, and high values are inconsistent with the reference price. This reference is not a guaranteed sale price.
reverseHolofoil
$158.82 market
Range hidden: the stored low, mid, and high values are inconsistent with the reference price. This reference is not a guaranteed sale price.

Where to buy on eBay 24 active listings · updated 2633m ago

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Market price history

Latest
$159
Low
$50.50
Jul 2023
High
$160
May 2026
Avg
$150
Days tracked
196
data points
Change
+144.3%
since first tracked
Tracked since Jun 1, 2023 · 196 data points

Sale History 90 sales · since 2023-06-01

PSA 10 high $679.50 PSA 9 high $151.00 Raw high $154.53
Date Grade Price Lot
RAW $119.99
PSA 7 $80.00
PSA 8 $100.00
PSA 9 $138.89
BGS 9.5 $190.00
PSA 10 $608.53
RAW $112.50
PSA 7 $91.60
PSA 8 $98.80
PSA 9 $125.00
BGS 9.5 $195.00
PSA 10 $553.90
RAW $108.13
PSA 7 $75.62
PSA 8 $100.50
? Card FAQ

Magikarp FAQ

Pricing and details from this card's stored record.

How much is Magikarp from Expedition Base Set worth?

The stored TCGplayer market reference for reverseHolofoil is $158.82. The headline selects the highest available reference across the listed variants. Card record updated 2026-10-31. The source's price refresh time is not available. Reference prices are not guaranteed sale prices. The variant table shows the available values; inconsistent ranges are hidden. Historical chart values may use different sources or variants.

How rare is Magikarp?

This printing is a common card (the card is labeled "Common" on the checklist). Magikarp has been printed 9 times across different sets - earlier or limited printings often command premiums even when the rarity tier is identical.

Who illustrated Magikarp?

Tomokazu Komiya illustrated this card. See Tomokazu Komiya's full Catchinary page for every Pokémon card they've drawn, grouped by set with current market prices, career stats, and alt-art highlights.

When was Magikarp released?

The Expedition Base Set set released in 2002, so this card (#118 in the set) has been available since then. Its current and historical market price is tracked above.

Where can I buy Magikarp?

The "Where to buy on eBay" panel above shows live listings. For long-term holds, consider graded copies (PSA / CGC) which trade separately and usually at a premium over raw.

Is Magikarp legal in Standard format?

Check the current Pokémon TCG format rules and this exact printing's eligibility before tournament play. A card's age or set alone does not confirm its legality.