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Salamence

Salamence

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Winrate
49.864%
Usage Percent
16%
Monthly Rank
#11

Base Stats for Salamence

HP
95
Atk
135
Def
80
SpA
110
SpD
80
Spe
100

Best Moves for Salamence

Hyper Voice
57.352%
Protect
38.807%
Tailwind
20.624%
Draco Meteor
19.550%
Double-Edge
11.069%
Flamethrower
10.370%
Heat Wave
1.949%
Dragon Pulse
1.942%
Dragon Claw
1.753%
Dragon Dance
1.663%
Slash
0.835%
Earthquake
0.831%
Roost
0.579%
Rock Slide
0.519%
Round
0.402%
Fire Blast
0.373%
Dual Wingbeat
0.339%
Body Slam
0.313%
Hurricane
0.239%
Breaking Swipe
0.233%
Air Slash
0.206%
Hyper Beam
0.200%
Brick Break
0.140%
Temper Flare
0.136%
Iron Head
0.120%
Dragon Cheer
0.100%
Hydro Pump
0.100%
Outrage
0.083%
Facade
0.080%
Giga Impact
0.067%
Helping Hand
0.060%
Substitute
0.047%
Sunny Day
0.043%
Psychic Fangs
0.037%
Dragon Tail
0.037%
Rock Tomb
0.037%
Thrash
0.033%
Rain Dance
0.033%
Crunch
0.030%
Roar
0.027%
Dragon Rush
0.023%
Stone Edge
0.020%
Fire Fang
0.017%
Icy Wind
0.017%
Struggle
0.013%
Thunder Fang
0.013%
Iron Tail
0.010%
Bitter Malice
0.010%
Shadow Claw
0.010%
Nasty Plot
0.007%
Focus Blast
0.007%
Aerial Ace
0.007%
Bulldoze
0.007%
Focus Energy
0.007%
Fake Tears
0.007%
Shadow Ball
0.003%
Iron Defense
0.003%
U-turn
0.003%
Snarl
0.003%
Fire Spin
0.003%
Mud-Slap
0.003%
Fly
0.003%
Rest
0.003%
Trick
0.003%

Best Items for Salamence

Salamencite
98.240%
Rocky Helmet
0.679%
Life Orb
0.489%
Sitrus Berry
0.189%
Leftovers
0.099%
Haban Berry
0.075%
Focus Sash
0.051%
Choice Scarf
0.051%
Yache Berry
0.039%
Eject Button
0.020%
White Herb
0.020%
Red Card
0.012%
Mental Herb
0.008%
Psychic Seed
0.008%
Lum Berry
0.008%
Shell Bell
0.004%
Normal Gem
0.004%
Roseli Berry
0.004%

Best Abilities for Salamence

Intimidate
98.473%
Trace
0.861%
Hospitality
0.449%
Moxie
0.125%
Insomnia
0.037%
Simple
0.020%
No Guard
0.017%
Water Bubble
0.003%
Fire Mane
0.003%
Regenerator
0.003%
Limber
0.003%
Psychic Surge
0.003%

Type Matchups for Salamence

Weak
Ice 4x Rock 2x Dragon 2x Fairy 2x
Resist
Grass 1/4x Fire 1/2x Water 1/2x Fighting 1/2x Bug 1/2x
Immune
Ground 0x
Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best moves for Salamence in Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Reg M-C?

The top moves for Salamence in Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Reg M-C are Hyper Voice (57.352%), Protect (38.807%), Tailwind (20.624%), Draco Meteor (19.550%). These represent the highest usage percentages on the competitive ladder.

What are the best teammates for Salamence?

Salamence synergizes well with Sneasler (58.037%), Rillaboom (48.447%), Kingambit (28.088%), Tyranitar (28.055%). 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 Salamencite (98.240%), Rocky Helmet (0.679%), Life Orb (0.489%). The best choice depends on your team composition and strategy.

What ability is best for Salamence?

The most common abilities for Salamence are Intimidate (98.473%) and Trace (0.861%). The choice often depends on your team's strategy.

What is Salamence's winrate in Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Reg M-C?

Salamence has a 49.9% winrate in Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Reg M-C, based on 25930 wins and 26071 losses. Winrates are aggregated from Limitless tours over the past 4 weeks.

What is Salamence weak to and resistant against?

Salamence is weak to Ice (4x), Rock (2x), Dragon (2x), Fairy (2x), resists Grass (1/4x), Fire (1/2x), Water (1/2x), Fighting (1/2x), Bug (1/2x), and is immune to Ground (0x).

Is Salamence good in Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Reg M-C?

Salamence is currently ranked in the Pokemon Champions VGC 2026 Reg M-C metagame. Check the usage percentage, 49.9% winrate, and teammates section to see how well it performs. The data is aggregated from thousands of high-level ranked battles.





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