Misty's Magikarp
A fragile water type that hides safely on the bench.
What this card does
This Basic Pokémon has only 30 hit points, making it very easy to defeat in battle.
It carries the ability So Submerged which stops all damage and effects from attacks while it stays on your Bench.
It can use the attack Splash for just 10 damage when played directly onto the field.
So Submerged
As long as this Pokémon is on your Bench, prevent all damage from and effects of attacks from your opponent's Pokémon done to this Pokémon.
The key feature is its bench protection. As long as Misty's Magikarp remains on the Bench, it cannot be damaged or affected by your opponent's attacks.
Attacks
Abilities
As long as this Pokémon is on your Bench, prevent all damage from and effects of attacks from your opponent's Pokémon done to this Pokémon.
Which deck it belongs in
This card fits best in decks that rely on keeping Pokémon safe on the Bench rather than fighting directly.
- •Bench safety
- •Low energy cost
- •Common rarity
- •Very low health
- •Lightning weakness
- •Weak attack power
Keep this Pokémon on the Bench to use its ability, as it is too fragile to survive in the active spot.
Magikarp is known for being unable to swim well and mostly flopping around, which explains why it stays submerged.
Your child will likely keep this card on the Bench to protect it, using its ability as a shield.
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