lapras
Generation I · #0131 — Transport Pokémon
Lapras, known as the Transport Pokémon, is a dual-type Water/Ice Pokémon introduced in Generation I with the National Pokédex number #131. This magnificent creature stands 2.5 meters tall and weighs 220 kilograms, making it one of the more imposing aquatic Pokémon available in the early games. Despite its formidable size and powerful statistics, Lapras is characterized by its gentle nature and remarkable intelligence, capable of understanding human speech and even reading the minds of people according to various Pokédex entries. The species has become synonymous with water travel throughout the Pokémon world, and its cultural significance extends far beyond its competitive viability, representing themes of conservation and companionship across multiple generations of games and media.
Base Stats
Height
2.5m
Weight
220.0kg
Category
Transport Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
blue
Shape
fish
Habitat
sea
Abilities
Absorbs water moves, healing for 1/4 max HP.
Protects against critical hits.
Cures any major status ailment after each turn during rain.
Lapras Biology & Physical Characteristics
Lapras resembles a plesiosaur, featuring a distinctive marine reptilian form with a blue hide accented by darker blue spots and a cream-colored underside. The Pokémon possesses large brown eyes, a short horn protruding from its forehead, and tightly curled ears that give it an endearing appearance. Its most striking feature is the heavy gray shell that covers its back, adorned with blunt knobs that serve both protective and aesthetic purposes. Lapras has a characteristically long neck and four flippers, with the foremost pair being notably larger and more developed than the hindmost pair, providing excellent aquatic propulsion and stability. With a base HP stat of 130, the highest among its other base stats, Lapras is built for endurance and survival, supported by a respectable Special Defense of 95 that allows it to withstand special attacks from both physical and special attackers.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Lapras Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Lapras exhibits a balanced gender ratio of 50% male and 50% female, making it equally likely to encounter either sex in the wild or breed populations. The species belongs to the Monster and Water 1 egg groups, allowing it to breed with a diverse range of Pokémon partners and enabling the transfer of beneficial moves and abilities across generations. With a base happiness of 70, Lapras demonstrates a moderate friendliness toward trainers from the start, though consistent positive interactions and care can increase its affection. The breeding process requires 40 egg cycles to hatch, translating to approximately 10,024 to 10,280 steps depending on various factors, which is relatively manageable for dedicated breeders. Its slow growth rate means that raising Lapras from lower levels requires patience and dedication, but the investment pays dividends in the form of a powerful, loyal companion.
Held Items
Sprites
Held Items
mystic-water
type-enhancement
Held: Water-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
mystic-water
type-enhancement
Held: Water-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
mystic-water
type-enhancement
Held: Water-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
mystic-water
type-enhancement
Held: Water-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
mystic-water
type-enhancement
Held: Water-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
mystic-water
type-enhancement
Held: Water-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
mystic-water
type-enhancement
Held: Water-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
mystic-water
type-enhancement
Held: Water-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
mystic-water
type-enhancement
Held: Water-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
mystic-water
type-enhancement
Held: Water-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
mystic-water
type-enhancement
Held: Water-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
mystic-water
type-enhancement
Held: Water-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
mystic-water
type-enhancement
Held: Water-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
mystic-water
type-enhancement
Held: Water-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
mystic-water
type-enhancement
Held: Water-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
mystic-water
type-enhancement
Held: Water-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
TMs & HMs
tm01
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm02
crystal
tm02
gold silver
tm03
crystal
tm03
gold silver
tm05
ruby sapphire
tm05
emerald
tm05
gold silver
tm05
crystal
tm05
diamond pearl
tm05
black white
tm05
platinum
tm05
heartgold soulsilver
tm05
firered leafgreen
tm05
black 2 white 2
tm05
omega ruby alpha sapphire
tm05
x y
tm05
xd
tm05
colosseum
tm05
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
+701 more TMs/HMs
Lapras Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Lapras is a standalone Pokémon that does not evolve into or from any other species, remaining in its complete form from the moment of capture or hatching. However, in modern generations, Lapras gained the ability to Gigantamax during battles in Pokémon Sword and Shield, transforming into Gigantamax Lapras when equipped with the Gigantamax Factor. This Gigantamax form dramatically increases Lapras's physical presence and power, allowing it to utilize the exclusive G-Max move G-Max Resonance, which combines the beauty of Lapras's singing voice with devastating offensive capability. The Gigantamax transformation emphasizes Lapras's already impressive stature, making it an even more formidable presence on the battlefield while maintaining its core identity as a gentle, intelligent Pokémon.
Where to Find
saffron city
kanto
+4 more
union cave
johto
+2 more
icefall cave
kanto
sinnoh victory road
sinnoh
+6 more
johto safari zone
johto
+1 more
village bridge
unova
+5 more
azure bay
kalos
kalos route 12
kalos
+1 more
poke pelago
alola
+3 more
poni wilds
alola
ancient poni path
alola
poni breaker coast
alola
kanto sea route 20
kanto
kanto sea route 19
kanto
Lapras Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Lapras inhabits ocean environments and is known to traverse vast bodies of water with remarkable grace and capability. According to multiple Pokédex entries, these Pokémon demonstrate a strong affinity for carrying people across the sea on their backs, earning their designation as the Transport Pokémon. When in a good mood, Lapras is reported to sing in a beautiful, enchanting voice that belies its prehistoric appearance, though during evenings it may sing plaintively as it seeks out other members of its dwindling species. The species exhibits remarkably gentle behavior and rarely engages in combat, a trait that ironically contributed to their near-extinction through overhunting, as they were too docile to defend themselves against poachers. Lapras displays high intelligence and genuine empathy, capable of forming strong bonds with humans and understanding their emotional states through its telepathic abilities.
Pokedex Entries
A POKéMON that has been over hunted almost to extinction. It can ferry people across the water.
A gentle soul that can read the minds of people. It can ferry people across the sea on its back.
They have gentle hearts. Because they rarely fight, many have been caught. Their num ber has dwindled.
It ferries people across the sea on its back. It may sing an enchanting cry if it is in a good mood.
This gentle POKéMON loves to give people rides and provides a ve ry comfortable way to get around.
People have driven LAPRAS almost to the point of extinction. In the evenings, this POKéMON is said to sing plaintively as it seeks what few others of its kind still remain.
People have driven LAPRAS almost to the point of extinction. In the evenings, it is said to sing plaintively as it seeks what few others of its kind still remain.
Its high intelligence enables it to understand human speech. It likes to ferry people on its back.
A POKéMON that has been overhunted almost to extinction. It can ferry people on its back.
It loves crossing the sea with people and Pokémon on its back. It understands human speech.
They have gentle hearts. Because they rarely fight, many have been caught. Their number has dwindled.
It ferries people across the sea on its back. It may sing an enchanting cry if it is in a good mood.
It loves crossing the sea with people and Pokémon on its back. It understands human speech.
Able to understand human speech and very intelligent, it loves to swim in the sea with people on its back.
They have gentle hearts. Because they rarely fight, many have been caught. Their number has dwindled.
Its high intelligence enables it to understand human speech. It likes to ferry people on its back.
People have driven Lapras almost to the point of extinction. In the evenings, this Pokémon is said to sing plaintively as it seeks what few others of its kind still remain.
People have driven Lapras almost to the point of extinction. In the evenings, this Pokémon is said to sing plaintively as it seeks what few others of its kind still remain.
Its high intelligence enables it to comprehend human speech. When it’s in a good mood, it sings in its beautiful voice.
It likes swimming around with people on its back. In the Alola region, it’s an important means of transportation over water.
These Pokémon were once near extinction due to poaching. Following protective regulations, there is now an overabundance of them.
They’ve been so cherished that there’s now an overabundance. The fish Pokémon population has declined in waters with too many Lapras.
A gentle soul that can understand human speech. It can ferry people across the sea on its back.
A smart and kindhearted Pokémon, it glides across the surface of the sea while its beautiful song echoes around it.
Crossing icy seas is no issue for this cold-resistant Pokémon. Its smooth skin is a little cool to the touch.
Lapras Name Origin & Design Inspiration
The name Lapras derives from the Japanese designation ラプラス (Raplace), which is thought to reference the Marquis de Pierre-Simon Laplace, an 18th-century French mathematician and astronomer, reflecting the Pokémon's association with vast distances and travel across seemingly endless waters. The design itself is heavily inspired by the plesiosaur, an extinct marine reptile from the Mesozoic Era, particularly resembling the long-necked variety with flippers adapted for aquatic locomotion. The shell covering Lapras's back clearly references turtle and tortoise anatomy, blending characteristics of multiple prehistoric creatures into a singular, cohesive design. The gentle features—the small horn, curled ears, and kind expression—soften what could have been an intimidating prehistoric creature, making Lapras approachable and sympathetic to players while maintaining its magnificent, awe-inspiring presence.
Learnable Moves
Lapras can learn 77 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ancient power | rock | Special | 60 | 100 | 5 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| aurora beam | ice | Special | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| bide | normal | Physical | — | — | 10 |
| blizzard | ice | Special | 110 | 70 | 5 |
| body slam | normal | Physical | 85 | 100 | 15 |
| bubble beam | water | Special | 65 | 100 | 20 |
| bulldoze | ground | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| captivate | normal | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| charm | fairy | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| confuse ray | ghost | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| curse | ghost | Status | — | — | 10 |
| dive | water | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| double edge | normal | Physical | 120 | 100 | 15 |
| dragon breath | dragon | Special | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| dragon rage | dragon | Special | — | 100 | 10 |
| dream eater | psychic | Special | 100 | 100 | 15 |
| drill run | ground | Physical | 80 | 95 | 10 |
| earthquake | ground | Physical | 100 | 100 | 10 |
| echoed voice | normal | Special | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| fissure | ground | Physical | — | 30 | 5 |
| foresight | normal | Status | — | — | 40 |
| freeze dry | ice | Special | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| frost breath | ice | Special | 60 | 90 | 10 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| future sight | psychic | Special | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| growl | normal | Status | — | 100 | 40 |
| haze | ice | Status | — | — | 30 |
| headbutt | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| heal bell | normal | Status | — | — | 5 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| horn drill | normal | Physical | — | 30 | 5 |
| hydro pump | water | Special | 110 | 80 | 5 |
| hyper beam | normal | Special | 150 | 90 | 5 |
| ice beam | ice | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| icy wind | ice | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| iron head | steel | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| iron tail | steel | Physical | 100 | 75 | 15 |
| megahorn | bug | Physical | 120 | 85 | 10 |
| mimic | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| mist | ice | Status | — | — | 30 |
| nightmare | ghost | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| outrage | dragon | Physical | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| perish song | normal | Status | — | — | 5 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| psychic | psychic | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| psywave | psychic | Special | — | 100 | 15 |
| rage | normal | Physical | 20 | 100 | 20 |
| rain dance | water | Status | — | — | 5 |
| reflect | psychic | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| roar | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| rock smash | fighting | Physical | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| safeguard | normal | Status | — | — | 25 |
| secret power | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| sheer cold | ice | Special | — | 30 | 5 |
| sing | normal | Status | — | 55 | 15 |
| skull bash | normal | Physical | 130 | 100 | 10 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| solar beam | grass | Special | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| strength | normal | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| surf | water | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| thunder | electric | Special | 110 | 70 | 10 |
| thunderbolt | electric | Special | 90 | 100 | 15 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| water gun | water | Special | 40 | 100 | 25 |
| waterfall | water | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| zap cannon | electric | Special | 120 | 50 | 5 |
| zen headbutt | psychic | Physical | 80 | 90 | 15 |
Lapras Competitive Battle Guide
Lapras presents a well-rounded competitive profile with a total base stat of 535, featuring exceptional HP and Special Defense at 130 and 95 respectively, making it remarkably bulky in the special defense department. Its attacking stats are more modest, with Attack and Special Attack both sitting at 85, though these are sufficient to deal meaningful damage when equipped with appropriate moves. The Speed stat of 60 is notably low, meaning Lapras rarely acts first in battle, necessitating careful team construction to mitigate this vulnerability through priority moves or speed-control support. Three ability options provide versatility: Water Absorb allows Lapras to heal by absorbing Water-type moves, Shell Armor provides protection against critical hits for a defensive wall strategy, and the hidden ability Hydration cures status conditions during rain, enabling rain-based team synergies. With access to a diverse move pool including Ice Beam, Hydro Pump, Thunderbolt, and various utility moves, Lapras can fulfill multiple roles from special attacker to bulky supporter depending on investment and team needs.
Commonly Asked Questions About Lapras
What type is Lapras?
Lapras is a water and ice type Pokemon.
What does Lapras evolve from?
Lapras does not evolve.
What are Lapras's weaknesses?
Lapras is weak to fighting, rock, grass and electric type moves.
Where can I find Lapras?
Lapras can be found in saffron city (kanto), union cave (johto) and icefall cave (kanto) and 11 other locations.
Lapras Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Lapras has achieved significant cultural prominence since its introduction, becoming one of the most iconic and beloved Pokémon in the entire franchise despite not being a legendary species. In the anime, Ash's Lapras became a memorable companion and critical team member, with the character's journey helping players and viewers form emotional connections to the species and its plight. The recurring theme of Lapras's endangerment through poaching appears consistently across Pokédex entries and narrative elements, serving as an early example of conservation themes in the Pokémon universe. The species has appeared extensively in trading card games, competitive tournaments, and supplementary media, maintaining relevance across decades of Pokémon releases. Lapras's gentle nature combined with its impressive power and intelligence has made it a favorite among both casual fans and competitive players, while its role as a ferry service to humanity emphasizes themes of coexistence and mutual benefit between humans and Pokémon.
Where to Find Lapras in Every Pokémon Game
Lapras exhibits variable availability across different Pokémon games, reflecting both its design as a rare and special Pokémon and gameplay considerations. In earlier generations, Lapras could be encountered in various water routes and appeared in the Seafoam Islands in Pokémon Red, Blue, and Yellow with a capture rate of 45, making it moderately difficult but obtainable for dedicated trainers. Subsequent generations have maintained Lapras's relative scarcity while making it accessible through different methods in each game iteration, including Wild Area encounters in Pokémon Sword and Shield, and raids in various later titles. Special event distributions and guaranteed encounters in certain postgame locations have occasionally made Lapras more readily available, particularly in remakes and enhanced versions of earlier games. The Pokémon can be bred through its Monster and Water 1 egg group affinities, providing an alternative method for trainers to obtain additional Lapras with optimized natures and individual values once the initial capture is secured.