Shelgon Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Shelgon from the Evolving Skies set is an Uncommon card numbered 108. With 90 HP and a single attack, Hard Roll, it offers a straightforward, sturdy presence in any collection.

Quick Facts

• HP: 90
• Type: Dragon
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Bagon)
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Attack: Hard Roll (50 damage) — Flip a coin; if heads, prevent all damage and effects of attacks to this Pokémon during your opponent’s next turn.
• Flavor Text: “Shelgon lives deep within caves. It stays shut up in its hard shell, dreaming of the day it will be able to fly.”
• Illustrator: tetsuya koizumi
• Card Number: 108/203
• Set: Evolving Skies (Sword & Shield series)
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Regulation Mark: E
• Weaknesses, Resistances, Abilities: None listed

Key Printings

The key printing of Shelgon is from the Evolving Skies set, identified by card number 108. This printing showcases Shelgon’s characteristic hard shell and contemplative pose, emphasizing its defensive capabilities through the Hard Roll attack.

Variants & Identifiers

This Shelgon card has no known print variants. It is identified by its set code “swsh7” and regulation mark “E.” The card’s artwork by tetsuya koizumi and its uncommon rarity further help distinguish this printing.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its Hard Roll attack offers a strategic defensive option by potentially preventing damage and effects during the opponent’s next turn, making it a tactical choice in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its uncommon rarity and detailed artwork, keeping the surface free from scratches and bends will help retain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Evolving Skies (swsh7): Introduces Shelgon as a resilient Stage 1 Dragon-type with a unique defensive attack. This set focuses on evolution themes and features vibrant artwork, with Shelgon standing out due to its solid design and strategic potential.