{"id":299196,"date":"2025-03-14T01:40:03","date_gmt":"2025-03-14T01:40:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=299196"},"modified":"2025-03-14T01:40:03","modified_gmt":"2025-03-14T01:40:03","slug":"why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/","title":{"rendered":"Why did my Magikarp not evolve at 20?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#Why_Did_My_Magikarp_Not_Evolve_at_Level_20\" title=\"Why Did My Magikarp Not Evolve at Level 20?\">Why Did My Magikarp Not Evolve at Level 20?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#Understanding_Magikarps_Evolution\" title=\"Understanding Magikarp&#8217;s Evolution\">Understanding Magikarp&#8217;s Evolution<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#1_The_Everstone_Effect\" title=\"1. The Everstone Effect\">1. The Everstone Effect<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#2_Interrupted_Evolution\" title=\"2. Interrupted Evolution\">2. Interrupted Evolution<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#3_Manual_Evolution_Trigger_Specific_Games\" title=\"3. Manual Evolution Trigger (Specific Games)\">3. Manual Evolution Trigger (Specific Games)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#4_Insufficient_Candies_Pokemon_GO\" title=\"4. Insufficient Candies (Pok\u00e9mon GO)\">4. Insufficient Candies (Pok\u00e9mon GO)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#5_Level_Cap_Unlikely\" title=\"5. Level Cap (Unlikely)\">5. Level Cap (Unlikely)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#6_Glitches_and_Bugs\" title=\"6. Glitches and Bugs\">6. Glitches and Bugs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#7_Game_Specific_Mechanics\" title=\"7. Game Specific Mechanics\">7. Game Specific Mechanics<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_Magikarp_Evolution\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Magikarp Evolution\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Magikarp Evolution<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#1_What_happens_if_my_Magikarp_is_already_level_25_and_hasnt_evolved\" title=\"1. What happens if my Magikarp is already level 25 and hasn&#8217;t evolved?\">1. What happens if my Magikarp is already level 25 and hasn&#8217;t evolved?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#2_Can_a_level_21_Magikarp_still_evolve\" title=\"2. Can a level 21 Magikarp still evolve?\">2. Can a level 21 Magikarp still evolve?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#3_Should_I_scold_my_Magikarp_to_make_it_evolve\" title=\"3. Should I scold my Magikarp to make it evolve?\">3. Should I scold my Magikarp to make it evolve?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#4_Is_it_worth_training_a_Magikarp\" title=\"4. Is it worth training a Magikarp?\">4. Is it worth training a Magikarp?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#5_What_level_should_you_let_Magikarp_evolve\" title=\"5. What level should you let Magikarp evolve?\">5. What level should you let Magikarp evolve?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#6_Why_does_it_take_400_candies_to_evolve_Magikarp_in_Pokemon_GO\" title=\"6. Why does it take 400 candies to evolve Magikarp in Pok\u00e9mon GO?\">6. Why does it take 400 candies to evolve Magikarp in Pok\u00e9mon GO?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#7_What_is_the_100_IV_for_Magikarp_in_Pokemon_GO\" title=\"7. What is the 100% IV for Magikarp in Pok\u00e9mon GO?\">7. What is the 100% IV for Magikarp in Pok\u00e9mon GO?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#8_What_are_Magikarp_XL_candies_for\" title=\"8. What are Magikarp XL candies for?\">8. What are Magikarp XL candies for?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#9_Why_does_Magikarp_evolve_into_Gyarados\" title=\"9. Why does Magikarp evolve into Gyarados?\">9. Why does Magikarp evolve into Gyarados?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#10_Should_I_hold_off_evolving_Magikarp\" title=\"10. Should I hold off evolving Magikarp?\">10. Should I hold off evolving Magikarp?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#11_What_will_a_200_CP_Magikarp_turn_into\" title=\"11. What will a 200 CP Magikarp turn into?\">11. What will a 200 CP Magikarp turn into?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#12_Can_a_water_stone_evolve_Magikarp\" title=\"12. Can a water stone evolve Magikarp?\">12. Can a water stone evolve Magikarp?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#13_Why_does_Magikarp_take_so_long_to_evolve\" title=\"13. Why does Magikarp take so long to evolve?\">13. Why does Magikarp take so long to evolve?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#14_How_many_XL_candies_to_level_50_Pokemon_GO\" title=\"14. How many XL candies to level 50 Pok\u00e9mon GO?\">14. How many XL candies to level 50 Pok\u00e9mon GO?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#15_Why_arent_my_Pokemon_Go_candies_turning_into_XL_candies\" title=\"15. Why aren&#8217;t my Pokemon Go candies turning into XL candies?\">15. Why aren&#8217;t my Pokemon Go candies turning into XL candies?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/#The_Joy_of_Evolution\" title=\"The Joy of Evolution\">The Joy of Evolution<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Did_My_Magikarp_Not_Evolve_at_Level_20\"><\/span>Why Did My Magikarp Not Evolve at Level 20?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>The short answer is: There are several potential reasons why your <strong>Magikarp didn&#8217;t evolve at level 20<\/strong>. The most common culprits are: it&#8217;s holding an <strong>Everstone<\/strong>, you accidentally interrupted the <strong>evolution process<\/strong>, or, in some games, the <strong>evolution needs to be manually triggered<\/strong>. Let&#8217;s dive into each possibility and other related issues you might be experiencing.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_Magikarps_Evolution\"><\/span>Understanding Magikarp&#8217;s Evolution<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Magikarp, the notoriously weak <strong>Fish Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong>, is known for its dramatic transformation into the powerful <strong>Gyarados<\/strong>. This evolution typically occurs at <strong>level 20<\/strong>, making it a key milestone for any Pok\u00e9mon trainer. However, sometimes things don&#8217;t go as planned. Let&#8217;s investigate common reasons preventing this evolution.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_The_Everstone_Effect\"><\/span>1. The Everstone Effect<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>Everstone<\/strong> is an item that prevents a Pok\u00e9mon from evolving while it&#8217;s being held. If your <strong>Magikarp<\/strong> is holding an <strong>Everstone<\/strong>, it will not evolve, regardless of its level.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>How to Check:<\/strong> Go into your inventory, select your <strong>Magikarp<\/strong>, and check if it&#8217;s holding an item. If it is, and that item is an <strong>Everstone<\/strong>, remove it.<\/li>\n<li><strong>What to Do:<\/strong> Remove the <strong>Everstone<\/strong> and level up <strong>Magikarp<\/strong> again. It should evolve immediately upon leveling up.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Interrupted_Evolution\"><\/span>2. Interrupted Evolution<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>During the evolution sequence, most <strong>Pok\u00e9mon games<\/strong> allow you to press a button (often &#8216;B&#8217;) to stop the <strong>evolution<\/strong>. If you pressed this button accidentally, the <strong>evolution<\/strong> will be canceled.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The Scenario:<\/strong> You leveled up <strong>Magikarp<\/strong> to level 20, the <strong>evolution sequence<\/strong> started, and you inadvertently pressed &#8216;B&#8217; or a similar button.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Solution:<\/strong> Level up <strong>Magikarp<\/strong> again. Even if it&#8217;s already above level 20, leveling it up one more time will re-trigger the <strong>evolution<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Manual_Evolution_Trigger_Specific_Games\"><\/span>3. Manual Evolution Trigger (Specific Games)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Some <strong>Pok\u00e9mon games<\/strong>, particularly mobile games like <strong>Pok\u00e9mon GO<\/strong>, require you to manually trigger the <strong>evolution<\/strong> from the menu.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>How to Check:<\/strong> Go to your <strong>Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> storage, select <strong>Magikarp<\/strong>, and look for an &#8220;Evolve&#8221; button.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Process:<\/strong> If the &#8220;Evolve&#8221; button is present, tap it. Keep in mind that <strong>Pok\u00e9mon GO<\/strong> also requires a specific amount of <strong>Candies<\/strong> for <strong>evolution<\/strong> (400 for <strong>Magikarp<\/strong>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Insufficient_Candies_Pokemon_GO\"><\/span>4. Insufficient Candies (Pok\u00e9mon GO)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In <strong>Pok\u00e9mon GO<\/strong>, the <strong>evolution<\/strong> process requires <strong>Candies<\/strong>, a resource specific to each <strong>Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> species. <strong>Magikarp<\/strong> requires a hefty 400 <strong>Magikarp Candies<\/strong> to evolve.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>How to Check:<\/strong> Look at <strong>Magikarp&#8217;s<\/strong> profile in <strong>Pok\u00e9mon GO<\/strong>. You&#8217;ll see the <strong>Candy<\/strong> requirement displayed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Gathering Candies:<\/strong> Earn <strong>Candies<\/strong> by catching <strong>Magikarp<\/strong>, transferring them to Professor Willow, walking with <strong>Magikarp<\/strong> as your buddy, or using <strong>Rare Candies<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Level_Cap_Unlikely\"><\/span>5. Level Cap (Unlikely)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While less common, there might be a level cap in some fan-made <strong>Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> games or ROM hacks. If your <strong>Magikarp<\/strong> reached a maximum level before evolving, it won&#8217;t evolve until the level cap is lifted.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The Issue:<\/strong> <strong>Magikarp<\/strong> reaches the level cap before evolving, thus preventing it from evolving.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Solution:<\/strong> If you&#8217;re playing ROM hacks, there may not be a simple solution.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Glitches_and_Bugs\"><\/span>6. Glitches and Bugs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>While rare, glitches can sometimes prevent <strong>Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> from evolving.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The Possibility:<\/strong> A rare glitch or bug is interfering with the <strong>evolution process<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Troubleshooting:<\/strong> Try restarting the game, updating the game, or contacting the game&#8217;s developers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Game_Specific_Mechanics\"><\/span>7. Game Specific Mechanics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Different games have their own specific mechanics. Always read the game instructions for details.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Game Mechanics<\/strong>: Some <strong>Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> games have conditions for <strong>evolution<\/strong> which may not be as straight forward as leveling up.<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Solution<\/strong>: Consult the game&#8217;s documentation or an online guide for specific requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_About_Magikarp_Evolution\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Magikarp Evolution<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are some frequently asked questions about <strong>Magikarp<\/strong> and its <strong>evolution<\/strong> into <strong>Gyarados<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_happens_if_my_Magikarp_is_already_level_25_and_hasnt_evolved\"><\/span>1. What happens if my Magikarp is already level 25 and hasn&#8217;t evolved?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If your <strong>Magikarp<\/strong> is above level 20 and hasn&#8217;t evolved, the issue is likely one of the following: It&#8217;s holding an <strong>Everstone<\/strong>, you interrupted the <strong>evolution<\/strong>, the game requires manual <strong>evolution<\/strong>, or there are game specific <strong>evolution<\/strong> mechanics. Check these issues first.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Can_a_level_21_Magikarp_still_evolve\"><\/span>2. Can a level 21 Magikarp still evolve?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes! As long as you address the reasons preventing the <strong>evolution<\/strong> (such as an <strong>Everstone<\/strong>), leveling up <strong>Magikarp<\/strong> again will trigger the <strong>evolution<\/strong>. Just level it up one more time.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Should_I_scold_my_Magikarp_to_make_it_evolve\"><\/span>3. Should I scold my Magikarp to make it evolve?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The concept of scolding a <strong>Magikarp<\/strong> to influence its <strong>evolution<\/strong> is specific to certain events, such as the \u201cSlacker <strong>Magikarp<\/strong>\u201d event in mobile games. In standard <strong>Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> games, scolding has no effect on <strong>evolution<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Is_it_worth_training_a_Magikarp\"><\/span>4. Is it worth training a Magikarp?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Absolutely! While <strong>Magikarp<\/strong> is weak, the payoff is significant. <strong>Gyarados<\/strong> is a powerful <strong>Water\/Flying-type Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> with high attack stats. Training a <strong>Magikarp<\/strong> is a testament to your dedication as a trainer.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_What_level_should_you_let_Magikarp_evolve\"><\/span>5. What level should you let Magikarp evolve?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Magikarp<\/strong> evolves at level 20. There&#8217;s no advantage to delaying the <strong>evolution<\/strong>. In fact, evolving it sooner lets you start training <strong>Gyarados<\/strong> earlier.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Why_does_it_take_400_candies_to_evolve_Magikarp_in_Pokemon_GO\"><\/span>6. Why does it take 400 candies to evolve Magikarp in Pok\u00e9mon GO?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The 400 <strong>Candy<\/strong> requirement reflects the dramatic increase in power that <strong>Magikarp<\/strong> experiences upon evolving into <strong>Gyarados<\/strong>. This change goes from about 150 CP to 1600 CP, so the <strong>Candies<\/strong> are worth it!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_What_is_the_100_IV_for_Magikarp_in_Pokemon_GO\"><\/span>7. What is the 100% IV for Magikarp in Pok\u00e9mon GO?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In <strong>Pok\u00e9mon GO<\/strong>, a perfect <strong>Magikarp<\/strong> (15\/15\/15 IVs) has a CP of 235 at Level 30 and 255 at Level 35 (weather boosted). These numbers are essential for those looking for a perfect <strong>Gyarados<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_What_are_Magikarp_XL_candies_for\"><\/span>8. What are Magikarp XL candies for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>XL Candies<\/strong> are used to level up <strong>Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> past Level 40 in <strong>Pok\u00e9mon GO<\/strong>. They are much rarer than regular <strong>Candies<\/strong>, making the process of maximizing your <strong>Pok\u00e9mon&#8217;s<\/strong> potential more challenging.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Why_does_Magikarp_evolve_into_Gyarados\"><\/span>9. Why does Magikarp evolve into Gyarados?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Magikarp&#8217;s evolution<\/strong> into <strong>Gyarados<\/strong> is a reflection of its hidden potential and resilience. The weak, seemingly useless <strong>Magikarp<\/strong> harbors immense power that is unleashed upon <strong>evolution<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Should_I_hold_off_evolving_Magikarp\"><\/span>10. Should I hold off evolving Magikarp?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No. In most <strong>Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> games, the earlier you evolve <strong>Magikarp<\/strong>, the earlier you can train the stronger <strong>Gyarados<\/strong>. Don&#8217;t wait unless there are specific event-related reasons (e.g., certain moves learned only by <strong>Magikarp<\/strong>).<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_What_will_a_200_CP_Magikarp_turn_into\"><\/span>11. What will a 200 CP Magikarp turn into?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A 200 CP <strong>Magikarp<\/strong> can evolve into a 2,200 CP <strong>Gyarados<\/strong>, showing the dramatic power boost that <strong>Magikarp<\/strong> gets.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_Can_a_water_stone_evolve_Magikarp\"><\/span>12. Can a water stone evolve Magikarp?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, a <strong>Water Stone<\/strong> does not evolve <strong>Magikarp<\/strong>. <strong>Magikarp<\/strong> evolves through leveling up to Level 20 or higher while not holding an <strong>Everstone<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Why_does_Magikarp_take_so_long_to_evolve\"><\/span>13. Why does Magikarp take so long to evolve?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In <strong>Pok\u00e9mon GO<\/strong>, it&#8217;s more about the <strong>Candies<\/strong> than time. <strong>Magikarp<\/strong> doesn&#8217;t require walking to evolve (although walking can earn <strong>Candies<\/strong>), but you must earn 400 candies. It&#8217;s the <strong>Candy<\/strong> collection that takes time.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_How_many_XL_candies_to_level_50_Pokemon_GO\"><\/span>14. How many XL candies to level 50 Pok\u00e9mon GO?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It costs 296 <strong>Candy XL<\/strong> to power up a regular <strong>Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> from Level 40 to Level 50. Shadow <strong>Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> require 360, and purified <strong>Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> require 272.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Why_arent_my_Pokemon_Go_candies_turning_into_XL_candies\"><\/span>15. Why aren&#8217;t my Pokemon Go candies turning into XL candies?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In Pokemon GO, Players will need to trade x100 Candies to receive x1 Candy XL. That means players will either need to search for the wild version of the Pokemon they want to level.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Joy_of_Evolution\"><\/span>The Joy of Evolution<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Evolving <strong>Magikarp<\/strong> into <strong>Gyarados<\/strong> is one of the most rewarding experiences in the <strong>Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> world. It symbolizes perseverance and the potential hidden within even the weakest creatures. Understanding the mechanics of <strong>evolution<\/strong> and troubleshooting common issues ensures that you can fully enjoy this satisfying transformation.<\/p>\n<p>Remember to engage with the <strong>Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> community, share your experiences, and explore resources like the <strong>Games Learning Society<\/strong> at <strong>GamesLearningSociety.org<\/strong> (https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/) to deepen your understanding of the games we all love. Enjoy your <strong>Pok\u00e9mon<\/strong> journey!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why Did My Magikarp Not Evolve at Level 20? The short answer is: There are several potential reasons why your Magikarp didn&#8217;t evolve at level 20. The most common culprits are: it&#8217;s holding an Everstone, you accidentally interrupted the evolution process, or, in some games, the evolution needs to be manually triggered. Let&#8217;s dive into &#8230; <a title=\"Why did my Magikarp not evolve at 20?\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/why-did-my-magikarp-not-evolve-at-20\/\" aria-label=\"More on Why did my Magikarp not evolve at 20?\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-299196","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/299196","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=299196"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/299196\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=299196"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=299196"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=299196"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}