#373 Salamence

General

Location

Attacks

Stats

Egg Moves

Gen IX Dex	Gen VIII Dex	Gen VII Dex	Gen VI Dex	Gen V Dex
Gen IV Dex	Gen III Dex

This Pokédex entry is for Generation VII Pokémon games. For Generation IX Pokémon games. Check out Salamence Pokémon Scarlet & Violet data

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Name	Other Names	No.	Gender Ratio	Type
Salamence	Japan: Bohmander ボーマンダ French: Drattak German: Brutalanda Korean: 보만다	National: #373 Central: #--- Coastal: #016 Mountain: #--- Hoenn: #198	Male ♂: 50% Female ♀: 50%
Classification	Height	Weight	Capture Rate	Base Egg Steps
Dragon Pokémon	4'11" 1.5m	226.2lbs 102.6kg	45	10,240

Abilities: Intimidate - Moxie (Hidden Ability)
Intimidate: Upon entering battle, the opponent’s Attack lowers one stage. In a Double Battle, both opponents’ Attack are lowered. Pokémon with the Clear Body, Hyper Cutter, or White Smoke ability are unaffected. In a link battle, if both sides switch on the same turn, and first player sends out a Pokémon with Intimidate, the opponent’s Attack will be lowered before the opponent’s Pokémon switches. Hidden Ability (Available): Moxie: Attack is raised by one stage when the Pokémon knocks out another Pokémon
Experience Growth	Base Happiness	Effort Values Earned	Eligible for Sky Battle?
1,250,000 Points Slow	35	3 Attack Point(s)	Eligible

Damage Taken

*1

*0.5

*0.5

*1

*0.25

*4

*0.5

*1

*0

*1

*1

*0.5

*2

*1

*2

*1

*1

*2

Wild Hold Item	Egg Groups
	DragonCharmanderCharmeleonCharizardEkansArbokHorseaSeadraMagikarpGyaradosDratiniDragonairDragoniteKingdraTreeckoGrovyleSceptileSwabluAltariaSeviperFeebasMiloticBagonShelgonSalamenceGibleGabiteGarchompScraggyScraftyAxewFraxureHaxorusDruddigonDeinoZweilousHydreigonSkrelpDragalgeHelioptileHelioliskTyruntTyrantrumGoomySliggooGoodraDitto Dragon

Evolutionary Chain

Locations
X	Evolve Shelgon
Y	Evolve Shelgon
Omega Ruby	Evolve Shelgon
Alpha Sapphire	Evolve Shelgon
Trainer Locations		Details

Flavor Text
X	It becomes uncontrollable if it is enraged. It destroys everything with shredding claws and fire.
Y	It's uncontrollable if enraged. It flies around spouting flames and scorching fields and mountains.
Omega Ruby	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.
Alpha Sapphire	By evolving into Salamence, this Pokémon finally realizes its long-held dream of growing wings. To express its joy, it flies and wheels all over the sky while spouting flames from its mouth.

Level Up Anchors

X & Y

ΩRαS

X & Y Level Up
Level	Attack Name	Type	Cat.	Att.	Acc.	PP	Effect %
—	Double-Edge			120	100	15	--
		A reckless, life-risking tackle. It also damages the user by a fairly large amount, however.
—	Fire Fang			65	95	15	10
		The user bites with flame-cloaked fangs. It may also make the target flinch or leave it burned.
—	Thunder Fang			65	95	15	10
		The user bites with electrified fangs. It may also make the target flinch or leave it with paralysis.
—	Rage			20	100	20	--
		As long as this move is in use, the power of rage raises the Attack stat each time the user is hit in battle.
—	Bite			60	100	25	30
		The target is bitten with viciously sharp fangs. It may make the target flinch.
—	Leer			--	100	30	100
		The opposing team gains an intimidating leer with sharp eyes. The opposing team's Defense stats are reduced.
—	Headbutt			70	100	15	30
		The user sticks out its head and attacks by charging straight into the target. It may also make the target flinch.
5	Bite			60	100	25	30
		The target is bitten with viciously sharp fangs. It may make the target flinch.
10	Leer			--	100	30	100
		The opposing team gains an intimidating leer with sharp eyes. The opposing team's Defense stats are reduced.
16	Headbutt			70	100	15	30
		The user sticks out its head and attacks by charging straight into the target. It may also make the target flinch.
20	Focus Energy			--	--	30	--
		The user takes a deep breath and focuses so that critical hits land more easily.
25	Ember			40	100	25	10
		The target is attacked with small flames. It may also leave the target with a burn.
30	Protect			--	--	10	--
		It enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
32	Dragon Breath			60	100	20	30
		The user exhales a mighty gust that inflicts damage. It may also leave the target with paralysis.
37	Zen Headbutt			80	90	15	20
		The user focuses its willpower to its head and attacks the target. It may also make the target flinch.
43	Scary Face			--	100	10	--
		The user frightens the target with a scary face to harshly reduce its Speed stat.
50	Fly			90	95	15	--
		The user soars, then strikes its target on the second turn. It can also be used for flying to any familiar town.
53	Crunch			80	100	15	20
		The user crunches up the target with sharp fangs. It may also lower the target's Defense stat.
61	Dragon Claw			80	100	15	--
		The user slashes the target with huge, sharp claws.
70	Double-Edge			120	100	15	--
		A reckless, life-risking tackle. It also damages the user by a fairly large amount, however.
80	Dragon Tail			60	90	10	--
		The user knocks away the target and drags out another Pokémon in its party. In the wild, the battle ends.

ΩRαS Level Up
Level	Attack Name	Type	Cat.	Att.	Acc.	PP	Effect %
—	Dragon Tail			60	90	10	--
		The user knocks away the target and drags out another Pokémon in its party. In the wild, the battle ends.
—	Fire Fang			65	95	15	10
		The user bites with flame-cloaked fangs. It may also make the target flinch or leave it burned.
—	Thunder Fang			65	95	15	10
		The user bites with electrified fangs. It may also make the target flinch or leave it with paralysis.
—	Rage			20	100	20	--
		As long as this move is in use, the power of rage raises the Attack stat each time the user is hit in battle.
—	Ember			40	100	25	10
		The target is attacked with small flames. It may also leave the target with a burn.
—	Leer			--	100	30	100
		The opposing team gains an intimidating leer with sharp eyes. The opposing team's Defense stats are reduced.
—	Bite			60	100	25	30
		The target is bitten with viciously sharp fangs. It may make the target flinch.
4	Ember			40	100	25	10
		The target is attacked with small flames. It may also leave the target with a burn.
7	Leer			--	100	30	100
		The opposing team gains an intimidating leer with sharp eyes. The opposing team's Defense stats are reduced.
10	Bite			60	100	25	30
		The target is bitten with viciously sharp fangs. It may make the target flinch.
13	Dragon Breath			60	100	20	30
		The user exhales a mighty gust that inflicts damage. It may also leave the target with paralysis.
17	Headbutt			70	100	15	30
		The user sticks out its head and attacks by charging straight into the target. It may also make the target flinch.
21	Focus Energy			--	--	30	--
		The user takes a deep breath and focuses so that critical hits land more easily.
25	Crunch			80	100	15	20
		The user crunches up the target with sharp fangs. It may also lower the target's Defense stat.
29	Dragon Claw			80	100	15	--
		The user slashes the target with huge, sharp claws.
30	Protect			--	--	10	--
		It enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
35	Zen Headbutt			80	90	15	20
		The user focuses its willpower to its head and attacks the target. It may also make the target flinch.
42	Scary Face			--	100	10	--
		The user frightens the target with a scary face to harshly reduce its Speed stat.
49	Flamethrower			90	100	15	10
		The target is scorched with an intense blast of fire. It may also leave the target with a burn.
50	Fly			90	95	15	--
		The user soars, then strikes its target on the second turn. It can also be used for flying to any familiar town.
63	Double-Edge			120	100	15	--
		A reckless, life-risking tackle. It also damages the user by a fairly large amount, however.

TM & HM Attacks
TM/HM #	Attack Name	Type	Cat.	Att.	Acc.	PP	Effect %
TM01	Hone Claws			--	--	15	--
		The user sharpens its claws to boost its Attack stat and accuracy.
TM02	Dragon Claw			80	100	15	--
		The user slashes the target with huge, sharp claws.
TM05	Roar			--	--	20	--
		The target is scared off and replaced by another Pokémon in its party. In the wild, the battle ends.
TM06	Toxic			--	90	10	--
		A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.
TM10	Hidden Power			60	100	15	--
		A unique attack that varies in type depending on the Pokémon using it.
TM11	Sunny Day			--	--	5	--
		The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves.
TM15	Hyper Beam			150	90	5	--
		The target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user must rest on the next turn to regain its energy.
TM17	Protect			--	--	10	--
		It enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
TM18	Rain Dance			--	--	5	--
		The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water-type moves.
TM19	Roost			--	--	10	--
		The user lands and rests its body. It restores the user's HP by up to half of its max HP.
TM21	Frustration			??	100	20	--
		A full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.
TM26	Earthquake			100	100	10	--
		The user sets off an earthquake that strikes those around it.
TM27	Return			??	100	20	--
		A full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer.
TM31	Brick Break			75	100	15	--
		The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break any barrier such as Light Screen and Reflect.
TM32	Double Team			--	--	15	--
		By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.
TM35	Flamethrower			90	100	15	10
		The target is scorched with an intense blast of fire. It may also leave the target with a burn.
TM38	Fire Blast			110	85	5	10
		The target is attacked with an intense blast of all-consuming fire. It may also leave the target with a burn.
TM39	Rock Tomb			60	95	15	100
		Boulders are hurled at the target. It also lowers the target's Speed by preventing its movement.
TM40	Aerial Ace			60	--	20	--
		The user confounds the target with speed, then slashes. The attack lands without fail.
TM42	Facade			70	100	20	--
		An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or has paralysis.
TM44	Rest			--	--	10	--
		The user goes to sleep for two turns. It fully restores the user's HP and heals any status problem.
TM45	Attract			--	100	15	--
		If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.
TM48	Round			60	100	15	--
		The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round and make the attack do greater damage.
TM51	Steel Wing			70	90	25	10
		The target is hit with wings of steel. It may also raise the user's Defense stat.
TM59	Incinerate			60	100	15	--
		The user attacks opposing Pokemon with fire. If a Pokemon is holding a certain item, such as a berry, the item becomes burned up and unusable
TM65	Shadow Claw			70	100	15	--
		The user slashes with a sharp claw made from shadows. Critical hits land more easily.
TM68	Giga Impact			150	90	5	--
		The user charges at the target using every bit of its power. The user must rest on the next turn.
TM71	Stone Edge			100	80	5	--
		The user stabs the foe with sharpened stones from below. It has a high critical-hit ratio.
TM78	Bulldoze			60	100	20	100
		The user stomps down on the ground and attacks everything in the area. Hit Pokémon's Speed stat is reduced.
TM80	Rock Slide			75	90	10	30
		Large boulders are hurled at the opposing team to inflict damage. It may also make the targets flinch.
TM82	Dragon Tail			60	90	10	--
		The user knocks away the target and drags out another Pokémon in its party. In the wild, the battle ends.
TM87	Swagger			--	90	15	--
		The user enrages and confuses the target. However, it also sharply raises the target's Attack stat.
TM88	Sleep Talk			--	--	10	--
		While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows.
TM90	Substitute			--	--	10	--
		The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user's decoy.
TM94 (XY) HM06 (ORAS)	Rock Smash			40	100	15	50
		The user attacks with a punch that can shatter a rock. It may also lower the target's Defense stat.
TM94 (ORAS)	Secret Power			70	100	20	30
		The user attacks the target with a secret power. Its added effects vary depending on the user's environment.
TM100	Confide			--	--	20	100
		The user tells the target a secret, and the target loses its ability to concentrate. This lowers the target's Sp. Atk stat.
HM01	Cut			50	95	30	--
		The target is cut with a scythe or a claw. It can also be used to cut down thin trees.
HM02	Fly			90	95	15	--
		The user soars, then strikes its target on the second turn. It can also be used for flying to any familiar town.
HM04	Strength			80	100	15	--
		The target is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. It can also be used to move heavy boulders.

Egg Moves (Details)
Attack Name	Type	Cat.	Att.	Acc.	PP	Effect %
Defense Curl			--	--	40	--	Details
	The user curls up to conceal weak spots and raise its Defense stat.
Dragon Dance			--	--	20	--	Details
	The user vigorously performs a mystic, powerful dance that boosts its Attack and Speed stats.
Dragon Pulse			85	100	10	--	Details
	The target is attacked with a shock wave generated by the user's gaping mouth.
Dragon Rage			??	100	10	--	Details
	This attack hits the target with a shock wave of pure rage. This attack always inflicts 40 HP damage.
Dragon Rush			100	75	10	20	Details
	The user tackles the target while exhibiting overwhelming menace. It may also make the target flinch.
Endure			--	--	10	--	Details
	The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
Fire Fang			65	95	15	10	Details
	The user bites with flame-cloaked fangs. It may also make the target flinch or leave it burned.
Hydro Pump			110	80	5	--	Details
	The target is blasted by a huge volume of water launched under great pressure.
Thrash			120	100	10	--	Details
	The user rampages and attacks for two to three turns. It then becomes confused, however.
Twister			40	100	20	20	Details
	The user whips up a vicious tornado to tear at the opposing team. It may also make targets flinch.

Move Tutor Attacks
Attack Name	Type	Cat.	Att.	Acc.	PP	Effect %
Draco Meteor			130	90	5	100
	Comets are summoned down from the sky onto the target. The attack's recoil harshly reduces the user's Sp. Atk stat.

Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire Move Tutor Attacks
Attack Name	Type	Cat.	Att.	Acc.	PP	Effect %
Aqua Tail			90	90	10	--
	The user attacks by swinging its tail as if it were a vicious wave in a raging storm.
Dragon Pulse			85	100	10	--
	The target is attacked with a shock wave generated by the user's gaping mouth.
Heat Wave			95	90	10	10
	The user attacks by exhaling hot breath on the opposing team. It may also leave targets with a burn.
Hyper Voice			90	100	10	--
	The user lets loose a horribly echoing shout with the power to inflict damage.
Iron Tail			100	75	15	30
	The target is slammed with a steel-hard tail. It may also lower the target's Defense stat.
Outrage			120	100	10	--
	The user rampages and attacks for two to three turns. It then becomes confused, however.
Snore			50	100	15	30
	An attack that can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the target flinch.
Tailwind			--	--	15	--
	The user whips up a turbulent whirlwind that ups the Speed of all party Pokémon for four turns.
Zen Headbutt			80	90	15	20
	The user focuses its willpower to its head and attacks the target. It may also make the target flinch.

Transfer Only Moves (Details)
Attack Name	Type	Cat.	Att.	Acc.	PP	Effect %	Method
Draco Meteor			130	90	5	100	Move Tutor - B2W2
	Comets are summoned down from the sky onto the target. The attack's recoil harshly reduces the user's Sp. Atk stat.
Captivate			--	100	20	--	Gen IV TM78
	If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target is charmed into harshly lowering its Sp. Atk stat.
Natural Gift			??	100	15	--	Gen IV TM83
	The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines its type and power.
Defog			--	--	15	--	Gen IV HM05 DPt
	A strong wind blows away the target's obstacles such as Reflect or Light Screen. It also lowers the target's evasiveness.
Air Cutter			60	95	25	--	Move Tutor - PtHGSS
	The user launches razor-like wind to slash the opposing team. Critical hits land more easily.
Fury Cutter			40	95	20	--	Move Tutor - PtHGSS
	The target is slashed with scythes or claws. Its power increases if it hits in succession.
Ominous Wind			60	100	5	10	Move Tutor - PtHGSS
	The user blasts the target with a gust of repulsive wind. It may also raise all the user's stats at once.
Swift			60	--	20	--	Move Tutor - PtHGSS
	Star-shaped rays are shot at the opposing team. This attack never misses.
Mud-slap			20	100	10	100	Move Tutor - PtHGSS
	The user hurls mud in the target's face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.
Rollout			30	90	20	--	Move Tutor - PtHGSS
	The user continually rolls into the target over five turns. It becomes stronger each time it hits.
Body Slam			85	100	15	30	Move Tutor - FRLG
	The user drops onto the target with its full body weight. It may also leave the target with paralysis.
Mimic			--	--	10	--	Move Tutor - FRLG
	The user copies the target's last move. The move can be used during battle until the Pokémon is switched out.

Stats
		HP	Attack	Defense	Sp. Attack	Sp. Defense	Speed
Base Stats - Total: 600		95	135	80	110	80	100
Max Stats Hindering Nature	Lv. 50	155 - 202	126 - 168	76 - 118	103 - 145	76 - 118	94 - 136
	Lv. 100	300 - 394	247 - 332	148 - 233	202 - 287	148 - 233	184 - 269
Max Stats Neutral Nature	Lv. 50	155 - 202	140 - 187	85 - 132	115 - 162	85 - 132	105 - 152
	Lv. 100	300 - 394	275 - 369	165 - 259	225 - 319	165 - 259	205 - 299
Max Stats Beneficial Nature	Lv. 50	155 - 202	154 - 205	93 - 145	126 - 178	93 - 145	115 - 167
	Lv. 100	300 - 394	302 - 405	181 - 284	247 - 350	181 - 284	225 - 328

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Mega Evolution

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Name	Other Names	No.	Gender Ratio	Type
Mega Salamence	Japan: MegaBoomanda メガボーマンダ French: MegaDrattak German: Mega-Brutalanda Korean: 메가보만다	National: #373	Male ♂: 50% Female ♀: 50%
Classification	Height	Weight	Capture Rate	Base Egg Steps
Dragon Pokémon	5'11" 1.8m	248.0lbs 112.5kg	45	10,240

Abilities: Aerilate

Aerilate: Increases the power of Normal-type moves by 30%. It then changes those moves to Flying-type.

Damage Taken

*1

*0.5

*0.5

*1

*0.25

*4

*0.5

*1

*0

*1

*1

*0.5

*2

*1

*2

*1

*1

*2

Stats - Mega Evolution
		HP	Attack	Defense	Sp. Attack	Sp. Defense	Speed
Base Stats - Total: 700		95	145	130	120	90	120
Max Stats Hindering Nature	Lv. 50	155 - 202	135 - 177	121 - 163	112 - 154	85 - 127	112 - 154
	Lv. 100	300 - 394	265 - 350	238 - 323	220 - 305	166 - 251	220 - 305
Max Stats Neutral Nature	Lv. 50	155 - 202	150 - 197	135 - 182	125 - 172	95 - 142	125 - 172
	Lv. 100	300 - 394	295 - 389	265 - 359	245 - 339	185 - 279	245 - 339
Max Stats Beneficial Nature	Lv. 50	155 - 202	165 - 216	148 - 200	137 - 189	104 - 156	137 - 189
	Lv. 100	300 - 394	324 - 427	291 - 394	269 - 372	203 - 306	269 - 372

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