This Magikarp trading card comes from the original 1999 Pokémon TCG Base Set, making it a piece of the franchise’s earliest history. The classic artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita shows Magikarp lunging at a fishing lure in a swirling pond, capturing the charming style of early Pokémon cards. As a shadowless print (#35/102), it lacks the drop-shadow around the frame, a detail that collectors prize for its clean, vintage look. While not a powerhouse in gameplay, this Basic Water-type card has special appeal for collectors and fans due to its nostalgic artwork and status as part of the first wave of Pokémon Trading Card Game releases.