# Salamence - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in BDSPBFD

> Find the best Salamence builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in BDSPBFD. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Salamence Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | BDSPBFD (`bdspbfd`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl |
| **Category** | Online Battle on Nintendo Switch |
| **Usage** | 7% |
| **Win Rate** | N/A |
| **Record** | N/A |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/bdspbfd/Salamence)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/bdspbfd/Salamence
- **Format Overview**: [BDSPBFD Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/bdspbfd)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/bdspbfd](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/bdspbfd)

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Pikalytics provides the premier competitive Pokemon database, aggregating data from millions of ranked battles on official platforms and Smogon. This report summarizes the current meta-game role and effectiveness of Salamence.

## Common Moves
- **Draco Meteor**: 87.931%
- **Flamethrower**: 87.533%
- **Hydro Pump**: 61.877%
- **Rock Tomb**: 42.087%
- **Protect**: 30.036%
- **Dragon Pulse**: 23.670%
- **Brick Break**: 13.781%
- **Rock Slide**: 11.253%
- **Dragon Claw**: 9.826%
- **Earthquake**: 8.559%

## Common Abilities
- **Intimidate**: 99.417%
- **Moxie**: 0.583%

## Common Items
- **Choice Scarf**: 64.131%
- **Life Orb**: 24.986%
- **Choice Specs**: 4.069%
- **Haban Berry**: 1.393%
- **Lum Berry**: 1.020%
- **Other**: 4.402%

## Common Teammates
- **Scizor**: 66.036%
- **Raikou**: 59.765%
- **Ludicolo**: 43.996%
- **Politoed**: 42.195%
- **Mamoswine**: 31.270%
- **Tyranitar**: 24.384%

## FAQ for Salamence in bdspbfd-1760

### What are the top moves for Salamence?
The most common moves for Salamence are Draco Meteor, Flamethrower, Hydro Pump, Rock Tomb. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Salamence?
Salamence is frequently paired with Scizor, Raikou, Ludicolo, Politoed. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### Which Tera Types are best for Salamence?
Tera Type data is not available or not applicable for this format.

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Salamence?
The top build for Salamence features a **Modest** nature with an EV spread of `212/0/4/156/4/132`. This configuration accounts for 24.189% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Salamence?
Salamence is most effectively run with the ability **Intimidate** (99.417%) and the item **Choice Scarf** (64.131%).

### What is the most common role for Salamence?
Based on common item usage (Choice Scarf), Salamence often functions as a **choice-locked attacker** in the bdspbfd-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Salamence?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 95 |
| Attack | 135 |
| Defense | 80 |
| Sp. Atk | 110 |
| Sp. Def | 80 |
| Speed | 100 |
| **BST** | **600** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Salamence on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/bdspbfd/Salamence) - Full interactive stats page
- [BDSPBFD Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/bdspbfd) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/bdspbfd) - Build teams with Salamence
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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