Dragon Vault·#17
Druddigon, the Cave Pokémon, is a standalone Dragon-type species introduced in Generation V, known for its rugged appearance and solitary nature. This specific Druddigon card, numbered 17/20, hails from the special Dragon Vault mini-set released in 2012, a unique collection focused entirely on Dragon-type Pokémon. On this page, you'll discover Druddigon's Pokédex lore, detailed breakdowns of its attacks with their energy costs, and its weakness, along with the history and context of this particular edition.
Read more ↓Druddigon is a pure Dragon-type Pokémon introduced in Generation V, native to the Unova region. Known as the Cave Pokémon, its distinctive appearance includes a bright red, rough-textured face and blue scaly body, adorned with red spikes. Druddigon is a solitary creature, preferring to dwell in dark, narrow caves where it uses its sharp claws to navigate and capture prey. Its diet primarily consists of smaller cave-dwelling Pokémon and insects. Unlike many Dragon-type Pokémon, Druddigon does not evolve from or into any other Pokémon, making it a standalone species within the Unova Pokédex. In the Pokémon anime, Druddigon has been featured in various episodes, often depicted as a powerful and sometimes aggressive wild Pokémon, or as a loyal partner to trainers like Emmy. Its unique design and lack of evolutionary stages contribute to its distinct presence in the Pokémon world, symbolizing raw, untamed draconic power. Druddigon's hardened facial skin, described as being tougher than rock, is a key adaptation for its cave-dwelling lifestyle, protecting it from impacts and aiding in its predatory activities.
Last updated: April 10, 2026
