Pokemon Unite Lapras Best Moveset, Held Items & Counters

Master Lapras in Pokemon Unite with our guide. Learn the best moveset, held items, and strategies to counter this powerful Defender.

Lapras is a Defender Pokemon in Pokemon Unite, excelling in both top and bottom lanes. As a ranged Special Attack user, Lapras can effectively control battles with its crowd control abilities and sustain. This Pokemon does not evolve, maintaining its form throughout the match.

Lapras Movesets in Pokemon Unite

Ability	Description
Shell Armor (Passive)	Reduces damage exceeding 10% of Lapras’ max HP by 20%
Standard Attack	Every third attack becomes boosted, dealing increased damage and healing Lapras
Whirlpool	Creates a damaging whirlpool centered on Lapras
Ice Shard	Hurls ice chunks forward, freezing and damaging enemies
Water Pulse	Releases water pulses that damage and slow enemies
Perish Song	Deals damage in an area, potentially knocking out low-HP enemies
Bubble Beam	Grants a shield and sprays damaging bubbles
Ice Beam	Unleashes an icy beam, freezing the ground and damaging enemies
Lapras Express	Lapras rides a wave forward, becoming Unstoppable. Can pick up an ally to ride along. Reactivating stops Lapras and launches a damaging wave.

Best Build for Lapras in Pokemon Unite

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Build Path 1: Water Pulse + Bubble Beam

Water Pulse	Bubble Beam

Held Items	Battle Item
Slick Spoon	Potion
Aeos Cookie
Focus Band

This build focuses on maximizing Lapras’ durability and sustained damage output.

Build Path 2: Perish Song + Bubble Beam

Perish Song	Bubble Beam

Held Items	Battle Item
Choice Specs	X Speed
Slick Spoon
Focus Band

Lapras Counters in Pokemon Unite

Mamoswine	Buzzwole

Mamoswine’s constant disables can prevent Lapras from using its moves effectively. Buzzwole can toss Lapras around and disrupt its abilities with Smack Down and Superpower or Leech Life.

Summary Table

	Details
Role	Defender
Attack Type	Ranged
Current Tier	A
Damage Type	Special
Difficulty	Intermediate
Recommended Lanes	Top, Bottom
Best Moves	Water Pulse/Perish Song, Bubble Beam
Best Held Items	Slick Spoon, Aeos Cookie/Choice Specs, Focus Band
Best Battle Item	Potion/X Speed

FAQ

• What is the best Moveset for Lapras in Pokemon Unite?
  • The best moveset for Lapras depends on your playstyle. For sustained damage and control, choose Water Pulse and Bubble Beam. For burst damage potential, opt for Perish Song and Bubble Beam.
• What are the best moves for Lapras?
  • Lapras’ best moves are Water Pulse or Perish Song paired with Bubble Beam. These combinations provide a balance of damage, crowd control, and defensive capabilities.
• Is Lapras good for PvP?
  • Yes, Lapras is effective in PvP battles. Its ability to control areas, sustain damage, and potentially knock out low-HP enemies makes it a valuable asset in team fights.