So, I’ve been on this kick lately, trying to snag a Magikarp in Pokemon GO. Yeah, yeah, I know, it’s not exactly the rarest Pokemon out there, but I had this wild idea to evolve one into a Gyarados, and well, it’s become a bit of an obsession.
First off, I started hitting up all the usual water spots. You know, the local lake, that sad little creek in the park, even the beach a bit further out. I figured, “Hey, it’s a fish, right? Gotta be near water.” I spent a good few days just wandering around these areas, phone in hand, eyes glued to the screen. Caught a few other water-types, but no Magikarp. Not even a nibble.
- Walked around the lake.
- Checked out the creek.
- Drove to the beach.
Then, I remembered reading somewhere that weather plays a role. So, I waited. And waited. And waited some more for a rainy day. Finally, the clouds rolled in, and it started pouring. Perfect! I grabbed my raincoat, dashed out the door, and headed straight back to the lake. This time, I was prepared. I had a couple of Lure Modules and a whole bunch of Incense. I found a PokeStop by the water, slapped on a Lure, popped an Incense, and started pacing.
I was so sure this was it, the rain and lures and incense is going to work. But nope, still no Magikarp. I was starting to feel like a drowned rat, and not the cool, Pokemon kind.
Giving up on the weather, I started thinking about these “Nests” I’d heard about. Apparently, they’re spots where certain Pokemon like to hang out more often. So, I did some digging online, trying to find out if there were any Magikarp Nests near me. Found a few forum posts, some outdated, some just plain confusing. It was a mess, but I marked down a few potential locations just in case.
Then I remembered the Kanto Event that was going on in the game. I figured this could be a good time since they said that Kanto region Pokemon, which includes Magikarp, would appear more often.
Guess what? It was during that event, near a river, that I finally encountered one. It wasn’t even raining! I threw a ball, held my breath, and bam! Caught it. It wasn’t anything special, low CP and all, but it was a Magikarp!
So, yeah, that’s my Magikarp story. A lot of walking, a bit of waiting, some rain, and a whole lot of luck. If you’re looking for one, my advice? Be patient, check out water areas, pay attention to events, and don’t be afraid to try a few different things. Good luck, trainers!
Key Takeaways:
- Magikarp is often found near bodies of water like rivers, lakes, and beaches.
- Rainy weather might increase your chances of encountering one.
- Using Lures and Incense at PokeStops near water could help.
- Keep an eye out for special events, like the Kanto Event, which can boost the spawn rate of certain Pokemon.
- Be persistent and patient!
