Embark on an epic adventure in the Paldea region with this comprehensive guide to *Pokémon Scarlet & Violet*. Whether you're a seasoned trainer or a newcomer, this guide covers everything from the basics to advanced strategies, ensuring a smooth and rewarding journey. From catching Pokémon and mastering combat to uncovering hidden secrets and completing the Pokédex, we've got you covered.

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• Where to Find Bagon

  • Bagon Location in Pokemon Violet

• How to Get Bagon in Pokemon Scarlet

  • How to Trade and Transfer Pokemon

• How to Evolve Bagon into Shelgon and Salamence

  • What Level Does Bagon Evolve

• Is Salamence Good?

  • Salamence Strengths & Weaknesses
  • Recommended Moves

Bagon, the Dragon-type Pokémon that evolves into the powerful Salamence, awaits discovery in *Pokémon Violet*. However, *Pokémon Scarlet* players will need to employ alternative methods to add this formidable Pokémon and its evolutions to their team. This guide provides a complete walkthrough to acquiring and evolving Bagon, regardless of which game version you own.

Updated on January 13, 2025 by Renri Seong: This guide has been updated to include detailed information on Salamence's stats, type effectiveness, and recommended moves, ensuring you're fully prepared to utilize this powerful pseudo-legendary Pokémon.

Where to Find Bagon

Bagon Location in Pokemon Violet

Several locations in *Pokémon Violet* offer opportunities to encounter Bagon. Begin your search in the East Province (Area Three), known for its extensive cave systems. Alternatively, a guaranteed Bagon spawn exists on a mountain in South Province (Area Five), southwest of the bridge connecting the grassy and rocky regions. Dalizapa Passage, north of The Great Crater of Paldea, provides another viable option, featuring a deep cavern accessible by Koraidon/Miraidon or on foot.

Three-star Tera Raids (unlocked after obtaining three Gym Badges) also offer a chance to catch Bagon, though its Tera Type may differ from its standard typing. These raids may even yield Bagon with its Hidden Ability.

How to Get Bagon in Pokemon Scarlet

How to Trade and Transfer Pokemon

Since Bagon and its evolutions are exclusive to *Pokémon Violet*, trading or transferring is necessary for *Scarlet* players. Utilize the Union Circle for trading with other players (requires a Nintendo Switch Online Membership), or leverage Pokémon HOME to transfer Bagon from compatible games like *Pokémon Sword/Shield*, *Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl*, or directly from Pokémon HOME itself. The transfer process involves moving Bagon to your HOME Basic Box, then transferring it to your *Pokémon Scarlet* PC Boxes.

How to Evolve Bagon into Shelgon and Salamence

What Level Does Bagon Evolve

Bagon evolves into Shelgon at level 30, and Shelgon evolves into Salamence at level 50. Accelerate this process through auto-battling (using Chansey for efficient EXP gain) or by utilizing Exp. Candy.

Alternatively, Shelgon and Salamence can be obtained from 4-star and 5/6-star Tera Raids, respectively.

Is Salamence Good?

Salamence Strengths & Weaknesses

Salamence, a Gen III pseudo-legendary Pokémon, boasts a base stat total of 600. Its high Attack stat makes it a formidable physical attacker. An Adamant or Lonely Nature is recommended to maximize its offensive capabilities. Its Dragon/Flying typing grants several type advantages but leaves it vulnerable to Ice, Fairy, Dragon, and Rock-type moves (Ice being a 4x weakness).

Recommended Moves

Salamence's moveset leans towards physical attacks, leveraging its high Attack stat. Moves like Dragon Claw and Iron Head (via TM099) are recommended. However, a Special Attack build is also viable, utilizing moves like Draco Meteor and Flamethrower, and a Timid Nature is suitable for this build.