Friend Safari (Dragon)
33%- Method
- Walking in tall grass or a cave
- Level Range
- Lv. 30
- Conditions
- Randomly assigned to Friend Safari Slot 2
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POKÉDEX No. #372
Shelgon
Endurance Pokémon
Inside SHELGON’s armor-like shell, cells are in the midst of transformation to create an entirely new body. This POKéMON’s shell is extremely heavy, making its movements sluggish.
Weak to
Ice
Dragon
Fairy
Height1.1 m
Weight110.5 kg
AbilitiesRock Head
Varieties1
Evolution Chain
Base Stats
Lv.100 Range- HP65240–334
- Attack95175–317
- Defense100184–328
- Sp. Atk60112–240
- Sp. Def5094–218
- Speed5094–218
Total420
/ 720
BST420
44 percentile (1025)+10 vs Gen 3 avg (410)
Stat Radar
This PokémonAverage
Species Identity
Core species facts, alternate varieties, and Pokédex placements at a glance.
Generation
Generation 3
Habitat
Rough Terrain
Color
White
Shape
Quadruped
Gender Difference
No
Forms Switchable
No
Evolves From
Bagon#371Regional Pokédex Numbers
| National | #372 |
| Crown Tundra | #114 |
| Hoenn | #188 |
| Kalos Coastal | #15 |
| Lumiose City | #221 |
| Original Alola | #118 |
| Original Melemele | #118 |
| Paldea | #277 |
| Updated Alola | #148 |
| Updated Hoenn | #197 |
| Updated Melemele | #148 |
Training Profile
Battle-ready training facts pulled from EV yield, growth curve, and wild held item data.
Base Experience
147
EV Yield
+2 Defense
Growth Curve
Slow
(5x³) / (4)Exp at Lv. 50
156,250
Exp at Lv. 100
1,250,000
Wild Held Items
Dragon Scale
Max rarity: 5%Versions: Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Firered
Dragon Fang
Max rarity: 5%Versions: Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Heartgold
Evolution Chain
Type Matchups
Understanding damage taken from different types is crucial for battles. Plan your team accordingly!
Tip: Build your team with Pokémon that cover each other's weaknesses!
Full Type Defense Chart
Damage multipliers from all 18 attacking types
Battle Profile
Strategic Insight
Shelgon's dragon typing gives it 3 weaknesses but strong offensive coverage against dragon types
Battle StrategyDragon
Offensive Coverage
Shelgon's Dragon typing gives it 3 weaknesses but strong offensive coverage against dragon types
Recommended NaturesBased on stat distribution
Adamant
+Attack−Sp. Atk
Brave
+Attack−Speed
In-Depth Analysis
With a base stat total of 420, Shelgon plays as a balanced Pokémon with a flexible stat spread. Its standout stat is Defense at 100, while Special Defense (50) is the clear soft spot — build sets that protect that weakness.
Its Dragon typing leaves Shelgon with 3 weaknesses against 4 resistances. Notably, it carries no 4× weaknesses, which makes it harder to punish. On offense, its STAB moves threaten 1 type for super-effective damage.
A low catch rate of 45 makes Shelgon a genuinely tough catch; bring strong balls and status moves. It levels on the Slow experience curve. Defeating it grants Defense +2 EVs, which is worth remembering when EV-training your own team.
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Names in Other Languages
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Pokédex Data
Height
1.1 m
Weight
110.5 kg
TypeDragon
Abilities
Protects against recoil damage.
Protects against damage from weather.
Breeding Information
Breeding Information
🥚
Egg Groups
Dragon
⚧
Gender Ratio
♂
50%
♀
50%
🐣
Hatch Steps
10,200
Hatch Counter: 40
⚪
Capture Rate
45
Higher values mean easier to catch
❤️
Base Happiness
35
Initial friendship level
📈
Growth Rate
Slow
Experience points needed to level up
Move Name
Pokédex Entries
Frequently Asked Questions
What type is Shelgon?
Shelgon is a Dragon type Pokémon.
What are Shelgon's weaknesses?
Shelgon takes 2× damage from Ice, Dragon, Fairy type moves.
How does Shelgon evolve?
Shelgon evolves into Salamence at level 50. Full evolution line: Bagon → Shelgon → Salamence.
What are Shelgon's base stats?
Shelgon has a base stat total of 420: HP 65, Attack 95, Defense 100, Sp. Atk 60, Sp. Def 50, Speed 50. Its highest stat is Defense (100).
