Lapras
Lapras is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Great Encounters (#21). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $40.49 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2008. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Lapras suits collectors working on Great Encounters who need the Rare slot. Treat $40.49 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Lapras from Great Encounters?
Lapras is a Pokémon card in Great Encounters numbered 21. It loves crossing the sea with people and Pokémon on its back. It understands human speech. National Pokédex #131. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Lapras worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $40.49 for Lapras. Low and high spread runs $17.99 to $52.68. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $40.49; Normal: $15.03. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Great Encounters |
|---|---|
| Number | 21 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $40.49 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €2.50 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $40.49 |
| Normal | $15.03 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Carry In | Water Search your deck for a Pokémon Tool Card, a Supporter card, and a basic Energy card, show them to your opponent, and put them into your hand. Shuffle your deck afterward. |
| Wave Splash | WaterColorless 20 |
| Weakness | Lightning +20 |
How collectible is Lapras?
Lapras is listed as Rare in Great Encounters. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Lapras?
Catalog fields: set Great Encounters, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Atsuko Nishida. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Lapras (#21) is a chase-tier Rare printing in Great Encounters. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Lapras is catalogued as Rare printing in Great Encounters, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $40.49 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $40.49; Normal: $15.03).
- Illustrator Atsuko Nishida has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $40.49 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Lapras worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $40.49 for ungraded Lapras from Great Encounters. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Lapras from?
Lapras is listed in Great Encounters (Diamond & Pearl) as card #21. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Lapras?
Our catalog lists Lapras as Rare in Great Encounters. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Lapras good for collectors or players?
Lapras includes gameplay stats in Great Encounters. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Should I grade Lapras?
Grading only makes sense when Lapras appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $40.49, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Lapras?
Finish variants of Lapras carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $40.49; Normal: $15.03 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.