Lapras

Lapras

Selected Masterpiece • 25/99
Artist Kouki Saitou
Market Price $2.34
Next Destinies Black & White 2012
The Illustrator

Kouki Saitou

Kouki Saitou has been credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards since 2003, with artwork appearing through 2024. Their illustrations span sets including Platinum, Black & White, and Scarlet & Violet, often using vibrant color, clear character focus, and lively, balanced compositions.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Lapras gliding gracefully through serene waters, with a bridge framing the background. Its gentle expression suggests a sense of calm and friendliness, inviting onlookers to share in its tranquil journey. The sunlight glints off the water, enhancing the peaceful atmosphere of this moment. It captures a slice of Lapras's life, embodying the essence of companionship and exploration.”

Editorial & Data

Published by Artchu Editorial. Card facts are based on structured reference data and Artchu enrichment. Visual commentary is AI-assisted and human-reviewed. Visual ranking reflects Artchu’s internal art_score methodology. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 16, 2026.

Composition
Color Palette
Rarity Rare
Card Type Water
Era
Black & White
Release
08/02/2012

Call for Family

Search your deck for up to 2 Basic Pokémon and put them onto your Bench. Shuffle your deck afterward.

Reckless Charge

40

This Pokémon does 20 damage to itself.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost