Bagons Discovered: Evolution Guide Released for Pokémon Scarlet & Violet

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 strategies, trading, transferring via Pokémon HOME, evolution methods, and Salamence's viability in battle.

Bagon Locations (Pokémon Violet):

Several locations in Pokémon Violet offer Bagon encounters:

• East Province (Area Three): This expansive area, rich with explorable caves, is a prime hunting ground.
• South Province (Area Five): A fixed Bagon spawn exists atop a mountain southwest of the bridge connecting the grassy and rocky regions.
• Dalizapa Passage: Located north of the Great Crater and south of Glaseado Mountain, this area features a deep cavern accessible by Koraidon/Miraidon, containing Bagon and other rare Pokémon.
• 3-Star Tera Raids: Once you've earned three Gym Badges, participate in 3-star Tera Raids for a chance to encounter Bagon (Tera Type may vary). These raids may offer Bagon with its Hidden Ability.

Obtaining Bagon in Pokémon Scarlet:

Since Bagon is Violet-exclusive, Pokémon Scarlet players must acquire it through trading or Pokémon HOME:

• Trading: Utilize the Union Circle to trade with Pokémon Violet players. A Nintendo Switch Online membership is required for online features.
• Pokémon HOME: Transfer Bagon from compatible games (Sword/Shield, Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl, etc.) to your Pokémon Scarlet game. Instructions:
  1. Move Bagon to your HOME Basic Box.
  2. Open your Pokémon Scarlet game and transfer Bagon from the HOME Basic Box to a PC Box.

Evolving Bagon:

• Bagon to Shelgon: Level up Bagon to level 30.
• Shelgon to Salamence: Level up Shelgon to level 50. Exp. Candy (L, XL, or M) significantly accelerates this process. Auto-battling against appropriate-level Pokémon (like Chansey, found in various locations) is also effective.
• Tera Raids: Shelgon and Salamence can also be obtained from 4-star and 5/6-star Tera Raids, respectively.

Salamence Analysis:

Salamence, a Dragon/Flying pseudo-legendary Pokémon (600 base stat total), is a formidable addition to any team.

• Stats: HP: 95, Attack: 135, Sp. Atk: 110, Defense: 80, Sp. Def: 80, Speed: 100. Adamant (+Attack, -Special Attack) or Lonely (+Attack, -Defense) natures are recommended for physical attackers. Timid (+Speed, -Attack) is suitable for special attackers.
• Type Effectiveness: Super effective against Dragon; weak to Ice (x4), Fairy, Dragon, Rock; resists Grass, Water, Fire, Fighting, Bug; immune to Ground.
• Recommended Moves (Physical): Dragon Claw, Earthquake, Iron Head (TM099), and Outrage or Fly.
• Recommended Moves (Special): Draco Meteor, Flamethrower, Hurricane, and Air Slash.

This comprehensive guide ensures you can successfully add the powerful Salamence to your Pokémon Scarlet or Violet team.