Salamence
TL;DR. Salamence is a dragon/flying-type Pokémon from Generation III. Base Stat Total: 600. SALAMENCE came about as a result of a strong, long-held dream of growing wings. It is said that this powerful desire triggered a sudden mutation in this POKéMON’s cells, causing it to sprout its magnificent wings.
SALAMENCE came about as a result of a strong, long-held dream of growing wings. It is said that this powerful desire triggered a sudden mutation in this POKéMON’s cells, causing it to sprout its magnificent wings.
Stat spread.
Total of 600. Higher peaks mean specialized roles, flat spreads favor versatility.
Rankings computed across all 1025 base-species Pokémon (Mega and Gigantamax forms excluded). Source: National Pokédex base stats.
Salamence in Pokémon GO.
Pokémon GO uses its own hand-tuned base stats, distinct from the main-series spread above. At a perfect 15/15/15, Salamence reaches 3,749 CP at level 40 and 4,289 CP as a best buddy.
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Salamence in competitive play.
Salamence is a Generation 9 UU-tier pick in Smogon singles. In Pokémon GO it ranks #320 in the Great League.
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Common questions about Salamence.
Direct, sourced answers to the most-asked questions about Salamence, each computed straight from its Pokédex data.
What type is Salamence?
Salamence is a Dragon/Flying-type Pokémon. Dual-typing stacks weaknesses and resistances. see the full matchup table below.
What is Salamence weak to?
Salamence takes 4× damage from Ice. its biggest defensive liability. It also takes 2× damage from Rock, Dragon, Fairy.
What is Salamence resistant to?
Salamence is immune to Ground. It also resists Fire, Water, Fighting, Bug, Grass.
How does Salamence evolve?
Salamence evolves from Shelgon (Level 50). Salamence evolves into Mega Salamence (Mega Evolve with Salamenceite (battle-only)).
What generation is Salamence from?
Salamence was introduced in Generation III (the Hoenn region). Its Pokédex number is #0373.
What are Salamence's base stats?
Salamence has HP 95, Attack 135, Defense 80, Special Attack 110, Special Defense 80, and Speed 100. Total base stat total: 600.
What are Salamence's abilities?
Salamence can have the ability Intimidate, plus the Hidden Ability Moxie.
Is Salamence legendary or mythical?
No. Salamence is a regular Pokémon, not classified as Legendary or Mythical.
What is Salamence's best stat?
Salamence's highest base stat is Attack at 135, which ranks 7th of 173 Dragon-type Pokémon.
Is Salamence good?
Salamence has a base stat total of 600, the 25th-highest of all 1025 Pokémon species and 14th among Dragon-types. That puts it in pseudo-legendary or legendary territory.
This Pokémon has forms.
Through the generations.
Salamence as drawn across two decades of Pokémon games, plus the modern Pokémon HOME render. Hit the cry button to hear it.
In battle.
Damage multipliers when Salamence is hit by each attacking type. 4× is two stacked weaknesses, ¼× is two stacked resistances.
Salamence vs. the average Dragon-type.
Each base stat measured against the mean across all 173 Dragon-type Pokémon.
| Stat | Salamence | Dragon avg | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| HP | 95 | 76 | +19 |
| Attack | 135 | 83 | +52 |
| Defense | 80 | 72 | +8 |
| Special Attack | 110 | 77 | +33 |
| Special Defense | 80 | 72 | +8 |
| Speed | 100 | 80 | +20 |
| Total | 600 | 460 | +140 |
Salamence appears in 29 games.
Every mainline release where Salamence is obtainable, has a dex entry, or is transferable. Grouped by generation.
- 2003 Ruby
- 2003 Sapphire
- 2004 FireRed
- 2004 LeafGreen
- 2005 Emerald
- 2007 Diamond
- 2007 Pearl
- 2009 Platinum
- 2010 HeartGold
- 2010 SoulSilver
- 2011 Black
- 2011 White
- 2012 Black 2
- 2012 White 2
- 2013 X
- 2013 Y
- 2014 Alpha Sapphire
- 2014 Omega Ruby
- 2016 Moon
- 2016 Sun
- 2017 Ultra Moon
- 2017 Ultra Sun
- 2019 Shield
- 2019 Sword
- 2020 Crown Tundra DLC
- 2022 Scarlet
- 2022 Violet
- 2025 Legends: Z-A
- 2016 Pokémon GO
Catch Salamence in the wild.
Main-series wild-encounter locations, grouped by game. 5 games have a known habitat.
Salamence appears in 16 episodes.
From HZ124 (2026-01-23) through JN084 (2021-10-22).
- HZ124 Storming Explorers Headquarters! Horizons 2026-01-23
- AG043 Let Bagons Be Bagons Advanced Generation 2004-09-18
- AG101 Vanity Affair Advanced Generation 2005-11-12
- AG116 Pacifidlog Jam Advanced Generation 2006-04-08
- AG178 Battling the Enemy Within! Advanced Generation 2006-12-06
- DP020 Mutiny in the Bounty! Diamond & Pearl 2007-07-09
- DP045 Ill-Will Hunting! Diamond & Pearl 2008-01-12
- DP071 Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu! Part 1 Diamond & Pearl 2008-11-01
- DP072 Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu! Part 2 Diamond & Pearl 2008-11-08
- DP129 Pillars of Friendship! Diamond & Pearl 2009-10-24
- DP151 The Needs of the Three! Diamond & Pearl 2010-04-03
- DP191 Memories Are Made of Bliss! Diamond & Pearl 2011-02-05
Pokémon Masters EX · Sync Pairs
Salamence partners with 2 trainers in Masters EX.
Each card is a canon Trainer + Salamence partnership. Tap any pair to open the Sync Pair catalog and explore the full roster.
Pokémon Sleep · Dozing type
Salamence has 4 sleep styles.
Catch each pose by sleeping near Snorlax with enough Drowsy Power. Salamence sleeps as a Dozing type.
TCG Pocket appearances
2 Salamence cards across TCG Pocket.
Every printed variant on iOS / Android. Tap any card for full art.
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