Zap was born into the royal family of water dragons, but a riptide washed him to a distant sea, where he was raised by electric eels.  Growing up, he excelled in everything and even created a special gold harness that allows him to carry an endless electrical charge and shock things at a great distance.  Zap also proved to be a gifted racer, outstripping any opponent... with the possible exception of the dolphins.  With them, it became a good natured challenge to see who could keep up with Zap.  But an electric current in his wake often reminded them who they were dealing with.  Despite his mischievous streak, Zap grew to be a true protector of the seas and Skylands.