Lapras – HGSS Black Star Promos (#HGSS14)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Lapras (#HGSS14) is a Promo card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - HGSS Black Star Promos released in 2010. It showcases artwork by Masakazu Fukuda and the Ferry attack, Search your discard pile for a Supporter card, show it to your opponent, and put it into your hand.. TCGplayer market price sits around $17.65.
- TCGplayer market price: $17.65
Card Details
- Set
- HGSS Black Star Promos
- Card Number
- HGSS14
- Rarity
- ✨ Promo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Masakazu Fukuda
- HP
- 90
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
-
Ferry
[Water]
Search your discard pile for a Supporter card, show it to your opponent, and put it into your hand. - Surf [Water, Water, Colorless] — 40
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Lapras from HGSS Black Star Promos (Promo) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2010, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Masakazu Fukuda.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Lapras HGSS14 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Lapras's Ferry for Water energy. Special effect: Search your discard pile for a Supporter card, show it to your opponent, and put it into your hand.
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Water Type • Weak to Metal ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Lapras Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HGSS Black Star Promos #HGSS14 ← Current | 90 | 2 attacks | Promo | $17.65 |
�📦 HGSS Black Star Promos Set Context
This Lapras is part of the HGSS Black Star Promos expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2010.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Masakazu Fukuda, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Lapras card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Promo cards from HGSS Black Star Promos are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Masakazu Fukuda resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Lapras HGSS14 was released in 2010 in the HGSS Black Star Promos expansion. This set is part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Masakazu Fukuda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: HGSS Black Star Promos is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Lapras with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Lapras card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Lapras works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.