Lapras (Plasma Blast 17) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Lapras from the Plasma Blast set is a common Basic Water-type Pokémon card numbered 17. It has 100 HP and features the attack Surf. A straightforward, dependable addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Metal ×2
• Attacks:
• Cleanse Away: Heals 30 damage from each of your Benched Pokémon.
• Surf: Deals 70 damage.
• Flavor Text: “Able to understand human speech and very intelligent, it loves to swim in the sea with people on its back.”
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Plasma Blast set, card number 17. It is a Common rarity card illustrated by Kouki Saitou. No evolutions or alternate forms are associated with this specific printing.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by the set code “bw10” and the card number “17.” The card is a Basic Water-type Pokémon with no abilities, only attacks.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its play viability is limited to casual or collector formats due to its unknown legality status.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the artwork by Kouki Saitou and maintain condition, store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching—common cards often see more handling, so protection matters.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Plasma Blast: Introduces Lapras as a Basic Water-type with bench healing and solid damage. It fits decks that benefit from healing support and moderate offensive pressure. The set’s presentation highlights Lapras’s intelligence and friendly nature.

This guide covers all known details about the Lapras card from Plasma Blast, providing collectors and players with a clear understanding of its features and status.