Lapras ex Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Lapras ex from the Ruby Sapphire set is a Rare Holo EX card numbered 99. This serene Water-type Pokémon has 110 HP and includes the attack Confuse Ray. Its elegant artwork by Hikaru Koike captures Lapras’s calm strength in battle.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic, ex
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Rules: When Pokémon-ex has been Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

The key printing of Lapras ex is from the Ruby Sapphire set, identified by card number 99. This Rare Holo EX is a staple target for collectors of the ex series and Water-type highlights.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact Lapras ex. Identify it by set code “ex1,” card number “99,” and the illustrator credit to Hikaru Koike.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown.

This card features two attacks:
– Energy Ball: Deals 10 damage plus an additional 10 damage for each extra Energy attached to Lapras ex, up to 20 extra damage.
– Confuse Ray: Deals 30 damage and confuses the Defending Pokémon.

When a Pokémon-ex is Knocked Out, the opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Care & Storage Tips

Use a sleeve and top loader to preserve the holo finish. Store away from direct sunlight and moisture, and avoid bending or scratching—especially around edges and holo areas.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Ruby Sapphire (ex1): Introduced Lapras ex as a powerful Water-type Basic Pokémon with strong attacks and a high retreat cost, fitting well into the ex series’ theme of formidable Pokémon-ex cards.