Bagon (Roaring Skies 55) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Bagon is a Common Pokémon card from the Roaring Skies set, numbered 55. It has 60 HP and features the attack Almost Flight. This card offers a straightforward addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Dragon
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fairy ×2
• Attacks:
• Leer: Flip a coin; if heads, the opponent’s Active Pokémon is Paralyzed (cost: 1 Colorless).
• Almost Flight: Deals 30 damage but Bagon does 10 damage to itself (cost: 1 Fire, 1 Water).
• Abilities: None
• Evolves From: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Flavor Text: “Dreaming of one day flying, it practices by leaping off cliffs every day.”

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the exact printing from the Roaring Skies set, card number 55. It is a common rarity card with no known alternate printings or special editions.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward via its set code “xy6” and card number “55.” The illustrator kirisAki provides a distinctive artistic style for this printing.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to available data. Its modest HP and self-damaging attack suggest it is more suited for casual play or collection rather than competitive use.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain card condition, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to keep the card’s value intact.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Roaring Skies (xy6): Introduced Bagon as a common Dragon-type basic Pokémon with thematic attacks reflecting its aspiration to fly. This set is known for its dynamic Dragon-type cards and detailed illustrations by kirisAki.