This guide details how to obtain Bagon, Shelgon, and Salamence in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. Bagon, a Dragon-type Pokémon evolving into the powerful Salamence, is exclusive to Pokémon Violet. This guide covers location, trading, evolution, and Salamence's viability in battle.
Where to Find Bagon
Bagon's Location in Pokémon Violet
Bagon can be found in several locations within Pokémon Violet:
- East Province (Area Three): This expansive area, rich with caves, offers high chances of encountering Bagon.
- South Province (Area Five): A fixed spawn exists atop a mountain southwest of the bridge separating the grassy and rocky regions.
- Dalizapa Passage: Located north of the Great Crater and south of Glaseado Mountain, this area features a deep hole accessible by Koraidon/Miraidon, containing Bagon and other rare Pokémon.
- 3-Star Tera Raids: After obtaining three Gym Badges, Bagon may appear in these raids, potentially with different Tera Types or even its Hidden Ability.
How to Obtain Bagon in Pokémon Scarlet
Since Bagon is exclusive to Pokémon Violet, obtaining it in Scarlet requires trading or transferring:
Trading and Transferring Pokémon
Trading via the Union Circle requires a Nintendo Switch Online membership. Alternatively, Pokémon HOME allows transferring Bagon from other compatible games (Sword/Shield, Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl, etc.).
- Open Pokémon HOME and select the source game.
- Move Bagon to the Basic Box.
- Open your Pokémon Scarlet save and transfer Bagon to a PC Box.
Evolving Bagon into Shelgon and Salamence
Bagon's Evolution Levels
Bagon evolves into Shelgon at level 30, and Shelgon evolves into Salamence at level 50. Efficient leveling methods include:
- Auto-battling: Use auto-battle against Pokémon near their level (Chansey is a good option for experience).
- Exp. Candy: Exp. Candy L or XL significantly boost levels.
- Tera Raids: Shelgon and Salamence can be obtained from 4-star and 5/6-star Tera Raids, respectively.
Is Salamence a Good Pokémon?
Salamence's Strengths and Weaknesses
Salamence, a Dragon/Flying pseudo-legendary (600 base stat total), is a powerful Pokémon.
| Stat | Base Stat |
|---|---|
| HP | 95 |
| Attack | 135 |
| Defense | 80 |
| Sp. Attack | 110 |
| Sp. Defense | 80 |
| Speed | 100 |
| Total | 600 |
Recommended Natures: Adamant (+Attack, -Special Attack) or Lonely (+Attack, -Defense).
Type Effectiveness:
- Strengths: Dragon, (various others with STAB)
- Weaknesses: Ice (x4), Fairy, Dragon, Rock
- Resistances: Grass, Water, Fire, Fighting, Bug
- Immunity: Ground
Recommended Moves
Salamence's high Attack stat favors physical moves like Dragon Claw. Iron Head (TM099) counters Fairy and Rock weaknesses. For a Special Attacker build (using a Timid Nature), Draco Meteor and Flamethrower are effective choices.
This revised guide provides a more concise and organized presentation of the information.
