Lapras – Southern Islands (#12)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Lapras (#12) is a card from Other - Southern Islands released in 2001. It showcases artwork by Naoyo Kimura and the Gentle Song attack, If Lapras has any damage counters on it, remove 2 of them from it (1 if it only has 1). If the Defending Pokémon has any damage counters on it, remove 2 of them from it (1 if it only has 1). The Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.. TCGplayer market price sits around $35.06, Cardmarket average sale is €23.45, Floor listings start near €13.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $35.06
- Cardmarket trend price: €26.21
- Recent low listing: €13.99
Card Details
- Set
- Southern Islands
- Card Number
- 12
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Naoyo Kimura
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Gentle Song
[Colorless]
If Lapras has any damage counters on it, remove 2 of them from it (1 if it only has 1). If the Defending Pokémon has any damage counters on it, remove 2 of them from it (1 if it only has 1). The Defending Pokémon is now Asleep. -
Ice Beam
[Water, Water]
— 20
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Lapras from Southern Islands represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2001, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Naoyo Kimura.
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 12 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Lapras's Gentle Song for Colorless energy. Special effect: If Lapras has any damage counters on it, remove 2 of them from it (1 if it only has 1). If the Defen...
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Water Type • Weak to Lightning ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Islands #12 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Common | $35.06 |
�📦 Southern Islands Set Context
This Lapras is part of the Southern Islands expansion , released as part of the Other series in 2001.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Naoyo Kimura, 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
- The illustration by Naoyo Kimura 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 12 was released in 2001 in the Southern Islands expansion. This set is part of the Other series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Naoyo Kimura. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Southern Islands 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.