# Lapras - Gen 7 Monotype Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Lapras in Gen 7 Monotype. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 7 Monotype (`monotype`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | monotype |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/monotype/Lapras)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/monotype/Lapras
- **Format Overview**: [Gen 7 Monotype Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/monotype)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/monotype](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/monotype)

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## Common Moves
- **Perish Song**: 67.323%
- **Freeze-Dry**: 66.841%
- **Surf**: 48.594%
- **Rest**: 31.539%
- **Ice Shard**: 30.773%
- **Whirlpool**: 26.305%
- **Protect**: 21.001%
- **Thunder**: 20.422%
- **Iron Head**: 18.139%
- **Thunderbolt**: 10.039%

## Common Abilities
- **Water Absorb**: 74.638%
- **Hydration**: 15.393%
- **Shell Armor**: 9.969%

## Common Items
- **Weakness Policy**: 30.757%
- **Leftovers**: 29.274%
- **Heavy-Duty Boots**: 25.140%
- **Assault Vest**: 4.331%
- **Throat Spray**: 3.577%
- **Loaded Dice**: 1.781%
- **Never-Melt Ice**: 1.713%
- **Other**: 3.428%

## Common Teammates
- **Ninetales-Alola**: 61.964%
- **Mamoswine**: 60.396%
- **Weavile**: 48.284%
- **Froslass**: 38.592%
- **Avalugg**: 24.289%
- **Kyurem**: 22.831%

## FAQ for Lapras in monotype-1760

### What are the top moves for Lapras?
The most common moves for Lapras are Perish Song, Freeze-Dry, Surf, Rest. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Lapras?
Lapras is frequently paired with Ninetales-Alola, Mamoswine, Weavile, Froslass. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### Which Tera Types are best for Lapras?
Tera Type data is not available or not applicable for this format.

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Lapras?
The top build for Lapras features a **Modest** nature with an EV spread of `248/0/0/252/8/0`. This configuration accounts for 32.491% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Lapras?
Lapras is most effectively run with the ability **Water Absorb** (74.638%) and the item **Weakness Policy** (30.757%).

### What is the most common role for Lapras?
Based on common item usage (Weakness Policy), Lapras often functions as a **tactical** in the monotype-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Lapras?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 130 |
| Attack | 85 |
| Defense | 80 |
| Sp. Atk | 85 |
| Sp. Def | 95 |
| Speed | 60 |
| **BST** | **535** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Lapras on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/monotype/Lapras) - Full interactive stats page
- [Gen 7 Monotype Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/monotype) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/monotype) - Build teams with Lapras
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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*Generated by [Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com). For more context on site data and AI usage, see [llms-full.txt](https://www.pikalytics.com/llms-full.txt).*