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Shelgon
Roaring Skies 56/108 • uncommon
- Set
- Roaring Skies
- Number
- 56/108
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Released
- 2015
- Energy type
- dragon energy
- Market price
- $0.31
- Artist
- sui
What it does
Any damage done to this Pokémon by attacks is reduced by 10 (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
Its armored body makes all attacks bounce off. The armor is too tough, however, making it heavy and somewhat sluggish.
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Where it came from
Shelgon #56/108 was released in the Roaring Skies expansion of the Pokémon Trading Card Game in 2015. This set is primarily remembered for its focus on Dragon-type Pokémon and the introduction of powerful Mega Evolution cards, aiming to capture the high-stakes aerial combat themes present in the contemporary video game iterations. As a Dragon-type stage-one evolution, this card serves as a bridge between the basic Bagon and the formidable Salamence, reflecting the evolution line's established biological progression within the franchise.
The artwork for this specific card was commissioned by illustrator Akira Komayama, who is known for a clean, digital aesthetic that emphasizes the metallic, armored shell of the Pokémon. Komayama’s design intent centers on highlighting the defensive, cocoon-like state of Shelgon, grounding the fantastical creature in a recognizable, sturdy physical form. Upon its release, the card was widely received by players as a standard uncommon utility card, valued primarily for its functional role in competitive deck building rather than for aesthetic rarity.
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