#gmax lapras

Some Lapras pieces I’ve done! I just love this Pokémon so much.

Name: Lapras

Pronunciation: Lap-Rus

Etymology: Either Lapiz Lazuli or Laplace (a reference to a mathematician who wrote several books on the mathematical properties of the sea and tides, Pierre-Simon Laplace)

Type: Water / Ice

Design Origins:

Lapras seems to be inspired by the Loch Ness Monster, a cryptid reportedly based in Loch Ness in Scotland. Both the monster and Lapras seem to largely resemble plesiosaurs, aquatic reptiles which existed throughout the mesozoic era in earth's history. Its shell may also indicate a basis in sea turtles. Its association with music may also indicate some inspiration being taken from whales, such as humpback whales.

Gigantimax Lapras takes Lapras’ trait of being used to sail across seas and gives it a design resembling a ship. It also possessed traits of a musical instrument such as an ocarina.

Most Interesting Pokédex Entry:

“These Pokémon were once near extinction due to poaching. Following protective regulations, there is now an overabundance of them.” - Moon

“Over 5,000 people can ride on its shell at once. And it’s a very comfortable ride, without the slightest shaking or swaying.” - Sword (Gigantimax Lapras)

Most Recent Competitive Standings:

Smogon:

Gen 9: ZU

[Gigantimax Lapras]

Gen 8: Anything Goes

National Dex: Anything Goes

VGC:

San Antonio Regional, USA (25/1/2025) - 74th