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Magikarp [Shadowless]
Pokemon Base Set•#35
Wizards of the Coast•1999
$24.78Market Price
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Magikarp [Shadowless] Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
Magikarp’s Base Set card is part of the original 102-card English Base Set, the release that introduced the Pokémon TCG to the U.S. on January 9, 1999, making the Shadowless version a true early-print piece of hobby history.
Set Lore
Collectors chase Shadowless Base Set cards because they come from the earliest English printings, identified by the missing drop shadow on the right side of the artwork frame.
In-Game
This card’s flavor text comes straight from Magikarp’s long-running Pokédex lore, which says it was stronger in the distant past than the famously weak descendants seen today.
Artist
Magikarp #35 was illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita, one of the foundational artists of the Pokémon TCG who has contributed artwork since the game’s earliest era.
Cultural Impact
Magikarp’s charm has always been its underdog story: it debuted in Pokémon Red and Blue as a near-useless fish Pokémon, yet evolves into Gyarados, one of the franchise’s most iconic power transformations.
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About Magikarp [Shadowless]
Magikarp [Shadowless] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 35. This card is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 1999. The current market price is $24.78, based on recent Raw NM sales tracked on Double Holo.
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Card details
- Card Number
- #35
- Release Year
- 1999
- Language
- English
- Era
- Wizards of the Coast
Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Magikarp [Shadowless]?
The current market price of Magikarp [Shadowless] is $24.78. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Magikarp [Shadowless] from?
Magikarp [Shadowless] is from the Pokemon Base Set set, card number 35, released in 1999.
Is Magikarp [Shadowless] worth grading?
Whether Magikarp [Shadowless] is worth grading depends on its condition and the graded population for the card. Higher grades command larger premiums, so review recent graded sales and use Double Holo's Grading ROI tools to weigh the cost of grading against the expected graded value before submitting.
How can I buy or sell Magikarp [Shadowless]?
You can buy or sell Magikarp [Shadowless] on the Double Holo marketplace, which pairs live listings with a bid and ask order book, so you can set your own price or take the best available offer. Sellers pay a 4.9% platform fee on completed sales, with a $1 minimum.
Approximately 1,500 PSA graded copies tracked.