# Lapras - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in VGC 2020 May International Challenge

> Find the best Lapras builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in VGC 2020 May International Challenge. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Lapras Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 2020 May International Challenge (`vgc2020mayic`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | VGC 2020 May International Challenge |
| **Usage** | N/A |
| **Win Rate** | N/A |
| **Record** | N/A |
| **Data Date** | 2026-05 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2020mayic/Lapras)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2020mayic/Lapras
- **Format Overview**: [VGC 2020 May International Challenge Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2020mayic)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/vgc2020mayic](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2020mayic)

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## Common Moves
- **Hydro Pump**: 73.6%
- **Freeze-Dry**: 73.5%
- **Protect**: 53.3%
- **Thunder**: 35.2%
- **Thunderbolt**: 27.1%
- **Perish Song**: 22.4%
- **Ice Beam**: 17.6%
- **Ice Shard**: 16.5%
- **Sheer Cold**: 12.3%
- **Surf**: 12.1%

## Common Abilities
- **Water Absorb**: 47.4%
- **Shell Armor**: 35.5%
- **Hydration**: 17.1%

## Common Items
- **Weakness Policy**: 37.6%
- **Light Clay**: 28.8%
- **Life Orb**: 9.1%
- **Assault Vest**: 6.7%
- **Leftovers**: 4.6%
- **Sitrus Berry**: 1.6%
- **Never-Melt Ice**: 0.9%
- **Choice Specs**: 0.8%
- **Charti Berry**: 0.6%
- **Rocky Helmet**: 0.5%

## Common Teammates
- **Togekiss**: undefined%
- **Conkeldurr**: undefined%
- **Dusclops**: undefined%
- **Incineroar**: undefined%
- **Dragapult**: undefined%
- **Excadrill**: undefined%

## FAQ for Lapras in vgc2020mayic-1760

### What are the top moves for Lapras?
The most common moves for Lapras are Hydro Pump, Freeze-Dry, Protect, Thunder. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Lapras?
Lapras is frequently paired with Togekiss, Conkeldurr, Dusclops, Incineroar. 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?
No EV spread or nature data available.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Lapras?
Lapras is most effectively run with the ability **Water Absorb** (47.4%) and the item **Weakness Policy** (37.6%).

### What is the most common role for Lapras?
Based on common item usage (Weakness Policy), Lapras often functions as a **tactical** in the vgc2020mayic-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/vgc2020mayic/Lapras) - Full interactive stats page
- [VGC 2020 May International Challenge Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2020mayic) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/vgc2020mayic) - Build teams with Lapras
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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