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Salamence
dragon Damage Calculator
Usage Percent
16%
Monthly Rank
#14
Base Stats for Salamence
HP
95
Atk
135
Def
80
SpA
110
SpD
80
Spe
100
Best Moves for Salamence
Protect
normal
94.293%
Breaking Swipe
dragon
94.094%
Dual Wingbeat
92.158%
Tera Blast
normal
91.988%
Tailwind
7.971%
Other
19.496%
Best Teammates for Salamence
Gholdengo
steelghost
84.793%
Sneasler
fightingpoison
84.457%
Indeedee
psychicnormal
83.454%
Annihilape
fightingghost
83.453%
Murkrow
dark
83.423%
Rillaboom
grass
4.142%
Basculegion
waterghost
3.523%
Pelipper
water
3.509%
Archaludon
steeldragon
3.509%
Primarina
waterfairy
2.259%
Ursaluna-Bloodmoon
groundnormal
2.238%
Best Items for Salamence
Life Orb
92.080%
Covert Cloak
3.488%
Other
4.433%
Best Abilities for Salamence
Intimidate
100.000%
Moxie
0.000%
Best EV Spreads for Salamence
Adamant
252/
252/
0/
0/
4/
0
91.988%
Jolly
12/
116/
76/
0/
52/
252
3.419%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best moves for Salamence in VGC 2025 Regulation Set H?
The top moves for Salamence in VGC 2025 Regulation Set H are Protect (94.293%), Breaking Swipe (94.094%), Dual Wingbeat (92.158%), Tera Blast (91.988%). These represent the highest usage percentages on the competitive ladder.
What are the best teammates for Salamence?
Salamence synergizes well with Gholdengo (84.793%), Sneasler (84.457%), Indeedee (83.454%), Annihilape (83.453%). These Pokemon frequently appear on teams together and cover each other's weaknesses.
What item should I use on Salamence?
The most popular items for Salamence are Life Orb (92.080%), Covert Cloak (3.488%), Other (4.433%). The best choice depends on your team composition and strategy.
What ability is best for Salamence?
The most common abilities for Salamence are Intimidate (100.000%) and Moxie (0.000%). The choice often depends on your team's strategy.
What Tera Type should I use on Salamence?
Tera Type data is not available for this format or Pokemon.
What is the best EV spread for Salamence?
The most common EV spread for Salamence is Adamant with 252/252/0/0/4/0 (91.988% usage). This build is optimized for the current metagame.
Is Salamence good in VGC 2025 Regulation Set H?
Salamence is currently ranked in the VGC 2025 Regulation Set H metagame. Check the usage percentage and teammates section to see how well it performs. The data is aggregated from thousands of high-level ranked battles.
Incineroar firedarkIntimidateBlazeSafety GogglesWeakness PolicyRocky Helmet Sitrus Berry Assault Vest Covert Cloak Other Fake OutKnock OffFlare BlitzParting ShotClose CombatU-turn Other
50.67%
Annihilape fightingghostDefiantInner Focus Vital Spirit Safety GogglesChoice Scarf Leftovers Sitrus Berry Other Rage FistFinal GambitDrain PunchClose CombatTauntBulk UpSubstituteProtectOther
38.00%
Gholdengo steelghostGood as GoldChoice SpecsLife OrbMetal Coat Leftovers Sitrus Berry Other Make It RainShadow BallProtectTrickNasty PlotPower GemOther
33.61%
Ursaluna-Bloodmoon groundnormalChoice SpecsLife OrbAssault VestSilk Scarf Other Earth PowerHyper VoiceBlood MoonVacuum WaveHyper BeamProtectOther
30.84%
Sneasler fightingpoisonUnburdenPoison TouchPressure Psychic SeedFocus SashGrassy SeedOther Close CombatDire ClawProtectThroat ChopFake OutAcrobaticsOther
27.58%
Archaludon steeldragonStaminaSturdyStalwart Assault VestPower HerbLuminous MossWeakness Policy Other Electro ShotBody PressFlash CannonDragon PulseProtectDraco MeteorSnarlOther
20.82%
Farigiraf normalpsychicSap SipperArmor TailCud Chew Mental HerbSitrus Berry Throat Spray Safety Goggles Other Trick RoomPsychic NoiseEarthquakeBeat UpHelping HandPsychicHyper VoiceDazzling GleamOther
20.77%
Rillaboom grassGrassy SurgeOvergrow Assault VestMiracle Seed Sitrus Berry Meadow Plate Leftovers Other Grassy GlideFake OutWood HammerU-turnHigh HorsepowerOther
19.06%
Murkrow darkflyingPranksterInsomnia EvioliteOther TailwindFoul PlayHazeRain DanceQuashOther
18.83%
Pelipper waterflyingDrizzleKeen Eye Rain Dish Focus SashDamp RockChoice Scarf Other HurricaneWeather BallTailwindProtectWide GuardHelping Hand Muddy Water Other
17.62%
Indeedee psychicnormalPsychic SurgeInner Focus Focus SashChoice ScarfOther Expanding ForceDazzling GleamTrick RoomImprisonTera BlastTrickOther
17.60%
Grimmsnarl darkfairyPranksterPickpocket Frisk Life OrbSitrus BerryLight ClayOther Spirit BreakThroat ChopImprisonLow KickThunder WaveParting ShotFake OutReflectOther
17.52%
Amoonguss grasspoisonRegeneratorEffect Spore Rocky HelmetSitrus BerryMental HerbLeftoversCovert CloakOther SporeRage PowderPollen PuffProtectClear SmogSludge BombOther
17.23%
Salamence dragonflyingIntimidateMoxie Life OrbCovert Cloak Other ProtectBreaking SwipeDual WingbeatTera BlastTailwind Other
16.41%
Basculegion waterghostSwift SwimAdaptabilityMold Breaker Choice BandClear AmuletMystic WaterChoice Scarf Life Orb Other Last RespectsWave CrashAqua JetFlip TurnProtectOther
15.60%
Gastrodon watergroundStorm DrainSticky Hold Sand Force Iron BallOther Earth PowerIce BeamRecoverClear SmogOther
13.55%
Dragonite dragonflyingInner FocusMultiscaleLoaded DiceChoice BandSafety Goggles Life Orb Other Extreme SpeedProtectScale ShotHazeStomping TantrumTailwindOutrageBrick BreakIce Spinner Earthquake Roar Other
12.28%
Ursaluna groundnormalGutsUnnerve Bulletproof Flame OrbOther FacadeProtectHeadlong RushEarthquakeSwords DanceOther
11.04%
Primarina waterfairyLiquid VoiceTorrent Life OrbThroat SprayChoice SpecsSitrus Berry Other Hyper VoiceMoonblastProtectDazzling GleamIce BeamHazeWater PledgeHydro CannonOther
10.18%
Volcarona bugfireFlame BodySwarm LeftoversSitrus BerryCovert CloakLife Orb Other ProtectQuiver DanceHeat WaveTera BlastStruggle BugTailwindRage PowderGiga DrainOverheatFlamethrowerFiery DanceOther
9.15%
Maushold normalTechnicianFriend GuardCheek Pouch Wide LensCovert CloakSafety Goggles Focus Sash Rocky Helmet Other Follow MePopulation BombTauntProtectEncoreBiteBeat UpSuper FangOther
8.89%
Sinistcha grassghostHospitalityHeatproofSitrus BerryMental HerbOther Matcha GotchaTrick RoomRage PowderLife DewStrength SapOther
7.61%
Indeedee-F psychicnormalPsychic SurgeOwn Tempo Synchronize Psychic SeedRocky Helmet Safety Goggles Sitrus Berry Other Follow MeTrick RoomHelping HandPsychicDazzling GleamProtectImprisonOther
7.50%
Kingambit darksteelDefiantSupreme Overlord Pressure Safety GogglesFocus SashBlack GlassesOther Kowtow CleaveProtectSucker PunchSwords DanceIron HeadTera BlastOther
7.18%
Smeargle normalMoodyOwn Tempo Technician Focus SashOther SporeFollow MeFake OutSkill SwapMetal BurstFissureWater ShurikenWide GuardOther
6.73%
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