# Salamence - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in Teal Mask VGC 2023 Resultaion Set E

> Find the best Salamence builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in Teal Mask VGC 2023 Resultaion Set E. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Salamence Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Teal Mask VGC 2023 Resultaion Set E (`gen9vgc2023regulatione`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen9vgc2023regulatione |
| **Usage** | N/A |
| **Win Rate** | N/A |
| **Record** | N/A |
| **Data Date** | 2026-05 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2023regulatione/Salamence)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2023regulatione/Salamence
- **Format Overview**: [Teal Mask VGC 2023 Resultaion Set E Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2023regulatione)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2023regulatione](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2023regulatione)

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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
- **Tailwind**: 93.258%
- **Hurricane**: 63.949%
- **Draco Meteor**: 61.129%
- **Air Slash**: 60.940%
- **Flamethrower**: 32.078%
- **Hydro Pump**: 32.061%
- **Roost**: 29.257%
- **Dragon Dance**: 6.742%
- **Protect**: 5.049%
- **Other**: 15.537%

## Common Abilities
- **Intimidate**: 94.889%
- **Moxie**: 5.111%

## Common Items
- **Sharp Beak**: 32.061%
- **Choice Scarf**: 31.700%
- **Rocky Helmet**: 29.240%
- **Clear Amulet**: 4.862%
- **Other**: 2.137%

## Common Teammates
- **Heatran**: 66.163%
- **Kingambit**: 60.940%
- **Rillaboom**: 35.981%
- **Iron Valiant**: 32.061%
- **Iron Bundle**: 32.061%
- **Landorus**: 32.061%

## FAQ for Salamence in gen9vgc2023regulatione-1760

### What are the top moves for Salamence?
The most common moves for Salamence are Tailwind, Hurricane, Draco Meteor, Air Slash. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Salamence?
Salamence is frequently paired with Heatran, Kingambit, Rillaboom, Iron Valiant. 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 **Timid** nature with an EV spread of `80/0/0/252/0/176`. This configuration accounts for 32.061% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Salamence?
Salamence is most effectively run with the ability **Intimidate** (94.889%) and the item **Sharp Beak** (32.061%).

### What is the most common role for Salamence?
Based on common item usage (Sharp Beak), Salamence often functions as a **tactical** in the gen9vgc2023regulatione-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/gen9vgc2023regulatione/Salamence) - Full interactive stats page
- [Teal Mask VGC 2023 Resultaion Set E Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2023regulatione) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/gen9vgc2023regulatione) - Build teams with Salamence
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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