Talk:Magikarp/@comment-4631698-20111224005106/@comment-4700359-20120102224513

Joking aside, though, it really is worthwhile to shell out the 500 Pokédollars for a Magikarp. With diligence, patience, and lots of hard work, you could have a Gyarados before you even have to battle your rival on Nugget Bridge. To compare, you don't get the Old Rod until Vermilion City. Which is long after said rival battle. I've bought the Magikarp in the past and not once have I regretted it.