This guide details how to obtain Bagon, Shelgon, and Salamence in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. Bagon is exclusive to Pokémon Violet, requiring trading or Pokémon HOME transfer to obtain it in Scarlet.
Locating Bagon in Pokémon Violet
Several locations yield Bagon encounters:
- East Province (Area Three): This expansive area, rich in explorable caves, offers a high chance of finding Bagon.
- South Province (Area Five): A fixed Bagon 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: Once you possess three Gym Badges, Bagon may appear in these raids, potentially with a different Tera Type or even its Hidden Ability.
Acquiring Bagon in Pokémon Scarlet
Since Bagon isn't naturally found in Scarlet, trading or Pokémon HOME is necessary:
- Trading: Utilize the Union Circle to trade with a Violet player. A Nintendo Switch Online membership is required for online features.
- Pokémon HOME: Transfer Bagon from compatible games like Pokémon Sword/Shield (Expansion Pass), Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl, or directly from Pokémon HOME. Follow these steps:
- Open 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
Bagon evolves into Shelgon at level 30 and into Salamence at level 50. Efficient leveling methods include:
- Auto-battling: Use auto-battle against appropriately leveled Pokémon (Chansey is recommended for high experience).
- Exp. Candy: Exp. Candy L, XL, or M can significantly boost levels.
- Tera Raids: Shelgon can be obtained from 4-star raids, and Salamence from 5/6-star raids.
Salamence Analysis
Salamence, a Dragon/Flying pseudo-legendary, boasts a 600 base stat total.
- Stats: HP: 95, Attack: 135, Special Attack: 110, Defense: 80, Special Defense: 80, Speed: 100
- Recommended Nature: Adamant (+Attack, -Special Attack) or Lonely (+Attack, -Defense) for physical builds; Timid (+Speed, -Attack) for special builds.
- Strengths & Weaknesses: Super effective against Dragon; weak to Ice (x4), Fairy, Dragon, Rock; resistant to Grass, Water, Fire, Fighting, Bug; immune to Ground.
- Recommended Moves (Physical): Dragon Claw, Iron Head (TM099), and other STAB moves.
- Recommended Moves (Special): Draco Meteor, Flamethrower, and other STAB moves.
This updated guide provides comprehensive information on obtaining and utilizing Salamence in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.
