# Salamence - Gen 7 Monotype Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Salamence in Gen 7 Monotype. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 7 Monotype (`monotype`) |
| **Game** | Pokémon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | monotype |
| **Data Date** | 2025-12 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/monotype/Salamence)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/monotype/Salamence
- **Format Overview**: [Gen 7 Monotype Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/monotype)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/monotype](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/monotype)

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## Common Moves
- **Earthquake**: 94.201%
- **Dual Wingbeat**: 87.811%
- **Dragon Dance**: 57.834%
- **Outrage**: 50.281%
- **Roost**: 32.647%
- **Iron Head**: 30.413%
- **Flamethrower**: 9.867%
- **Temper Flare**: 9.606%
- **Dragon Claw**: 8.331%
- **Other**: 19.010%

## Common Abilities
- **Moxie**: 57.030%
- **Intimidate**: 42.970%

## Common Items
- **Heavy-Duty Boots**: 34.640%
- **Choice Scarf**: 31.577%
- **Lum Berry**: 22.734%
- **Leftovers**: 9.804%
- **Other**: 1.244%

## Common Teammates
- **Archaludon**: 59.063%
- **Goodra-Hisui**: 42.792%
- **Dragapult**: 39.654%
- **Raging Bolt**: 37.846%
- **Garchomp**: 32.539%
- **Zapdos**: 32.077%

## FAQ for Salamence in monotype-1760

### What are the top moves for Salamence?
The most common moves for Salamence are Earthquake, Dual Wingbeat, Dragon Dance, Outrage. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Salamence?
Salamence is frequently paired with Archaludon, Goodra-Hisui, Dragapult, Raging Bolt. 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 **Jolly** nature with an EV spread of `0/252/0/0/4/252`. This configuration accounts for 36.988% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Salamence?
Salamence is most effectively run with the ability **Moxie** (57.030%) and the item **Heavy-Duty Boots** (34.640%).

### What is the most common role for Salamence?
Based on common item usage (Heavy-Duty Boots), Salamence often functions as a **tactical** in the monotype-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/monotype/Salamence) - Full interactive stats page
- [Gen 7 Monotype Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/monotype) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/monotype) - Build teams with Salamence
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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*Generated by [Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com). For more context on site data and AI usage, see [llms-full.txt](https://www.pikalytics.com/llms-full.txt).*
