The powerful Water/Flying-type creature obtainable in the Johto region adventure presents a unique acquisition method. Instead of primarily relying on random encounters in the wild, this specific iteration often involves evolving a Magikarp. Players must diligently train this otherwise weak Pokmon until it reaches level 20. Once achieved, the creature undergoes a dramatic transformation into its significantly stronger form.
Its presence in a player’s team offers several strategic advantages. This includes access to a diverse movepool, allowing for effective coverage against various opponent types. The ease of access to this strong creature, requiring only patience in training a Magikarp, makes it an accessible asset early in the game. Historically, the creature has been a consistently popular choice among trainers due to its power and relatively simple acquisition compared to other strong Pokemon.
