Stormfront·#50·2008
Shelgon, the Endurance Pokémon, is a Dragon-type middle evolution of Bagon, renowned for its incredibly tough shell and its role in the iconic Salamence evolutionary line from Generation III. This specific card, #50 from the 2008 Stormfront set, is a common variant that stands out for its unique artwork by Tomokazu Komiya, capturing the Pokémon's resilient nature. Here, visitors will find detailed Pokédex lore, a breakdown of its attacks with energy costs, its weakness, and the card's edition history within the Pokémon TCG.
Read more ↓Shelgon, the Endurance Pokémon, is a Dragon-type Pokémon introduced in Generation III. It is the middle stage in the evolutionary line of Bagon, evolving into Salamence. Shelgon is known for its incredibly tough, bone-like shell, which is a result of its cells undergoing a dramatic transformation. This shell is said to be harder than steel, providing it with immense protection during its developmental stage. While encased in this rigid armor, Shelgon is essentially a living cocoon, preparing for its eventual evolution into the powerful flying dragon, Salamence. Its diet consists of nutrients it stored as a Bagon, allowing it to remain relatively sedentary during this period of intense internal change. In the games, Shelgon is a defensive powerhouse due to its high Defense stat, often utilized as a wall before evolving. In the anime, it has been depicted as a resilient Pokémon, showcasing its tough exterior in various battles and challenges. Its evolutionary line holds cultural significance as a representation of perseverance and dramatic transformation, moving from a frustrated, flightless Bagon to the soaring Salamence.
Last updated: April 11, 2026
