Magikarp Weaknesses
Magikarp takes double damage from these attack types — lead with them in any Magikarp matchup.
Magikarp Resistances
Avoid these attack types — Magikarp takes reduced damage from them.
Best Magikarp Counters
The strongest attackers among the types that hit Magikarp for 2× damage. Pick the game you're playing to only see Pokémon you can actually get:
Your Party vs Magikarp
Your party is empty — add some Pokémon! Open any Pokémon's page and tap ♥ Add to Party (and star up to 4 of its moves), then come back to see exactly which of your Pokémon — and which attack — beats Magikarp.
Magikarp Weakness Q&A
- What is Magikarp weak to?
- Magikarp takes extra damage from Grass (2×) and Electric (2×) type attacks.
- What attacks does Magikarp resist?
- Magikarp takes reduced damage from Steel (½×), Fire (½×), Water (½×), and Ice (½×) type attacks.
- What is the best counter to Magikarp?
- Strong Grass and Electric attackers like Kartana, Zekrom, and Iron Hands beat Magikarp — their attacks hit it for 2× damage.