Magikarp (Hidden Fates 15) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Magikarp from Hidden Fates is a Common card numbered 15. With 30 HP and a single attack—Splash—this vibrant card distills the essence of the iconic Pokémon into a clean, straightforward design.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Abilities: None
• Attacks: Splash (10 damage, costs 1 Colorless Energy)
• Flavor Text: “In the distant past, they were fairly strong, but they have become gradually weaker over time.”
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Legality: unknown
• Image:

Key Printings

This Magikarp card is from the Hidden Fates set, numbered 15, and is classified as a Common rarity. It is a straightforward representation of Magikarp with no abilities and a single low-damage attack, making it a classic example of the Pokémon’s early-stage vulnerability.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward through its set code “sm115,” card number 15, and the illustrator credit to Shigenori Negishi. The card’s Water type and Basic stage subtype also help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status for this card is unknown. It is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to available data. Its low HP and minimal attack make it more of a collector’s item than a competitive play choice.

Care & Storage Tips

As a Common card with no special variants, standard protective sleeves and storage in a cool, dry place are recommended to preserve the card’s condition. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight to maintain the vibrant illustration by Shigenori Negishi.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Hidden Fates: This set features Magikarp as a simple, low-HP Basic Pokémon with a single attack, reflecting its traditional role in the Pokémon TCG. The card’s flavor text adds a nostalgic touch, emphasizing Magikarp’s historical strength decline.