Pokemon Scarlet & Violet: How to Catch Bagon and Evolve It

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 finding Bagon in Violet, transferring it to Scarlet, and evolving it.

Locating Bagon in Pokémon Violet:

Bagon can be found in several locations:

• East Province (Area Three): This expansive area, rich with explorable caves, offers high chances of encountering Bagon.
• South Province (Area Five): A fixed spawn point 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 hole accessible by Koraidon/Miraidon, leading to a cavern with various rare Pokémon, including Bagon and Frigibax.
• 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 also yield Bagon with its Hidden Ability.

Acquiring Bagon in Pokémon Scarlet:

Since Bagon isn't naturally found in Scarlet, trading or transferring is necessary:

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

Evolving Bagon:

Bagon evolves into Shelgon at level 30, and Shelgon evolves into Salamence at level 50. Efficient leveling methods include:

• Auto-Battling: Use the auto-battle feature against appropriately leveled Pokémon (Chansey is recommended for high experience).
• Exp. Candy: Exp. Candy L or XL significantly boosts levels.

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, Special Attack: 110, Defense: 80, Special Defense: 80, Speed: 100.
• Recommended Nature: Adamant (+Attack, -Special Attack) or Lonely (+Attack, -Defense) for physical attackers; Timid (+Speed, -Attack) for special attackers.
• Strengths: High Attack, good Speed, access to powerful Dragon and Flying-type moves.
• Weaknesses: Ice (x4), Fairy, Dragon, Rock.
• Resistances: Grass, Water, Fire, Fighting, Bug.
• Immunities: Ground.
• Recommended Moves (Physical): Dragon Claw, Earthquake, Iron Head (TM099), Outrage.
• Recommended Moves (Special): Draco Meteor, Flamethrower, Air Slash, Dragon Pulse.

This comprehensive guide ensures you can successfully acquire and utilize the powerful Salamence in your Pokémon Scarlet and Violet journey.