Salamence
B#0373 · Gen 3 · BST 600
Base stats
Level 50 (neutral, 0 EV)
EV Spread Calculator
Stats by nature (Level 50)
HP 170 · L50 · IV 31 · 0 EV
| Nature | Atk | Def | SpA | SpD | Spe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardy(neutral) | 155 | 100 | 130 | 100 | 120 |
| Lonely | 170 ▲ | 90 ▼ | 130 | 100 | 120 |
| Brave | 170 ▲ | 100 | 130 | 100 | 108 ▼ |
| Adamant | 170 ▲ | 100 | 117 ▼ | 100 | 120 |
| Naughty | 170 ▲ | 100 | 130 | 90 ▼ | 120 |
| Bold | 139 ▼ | 110 ▲ | 130 | 100 | 120 |
| Docile(neutral) | 155 | 100 | 130 | 100 | 120 |
| Relaxed | 155 | 110 ▲ | 130 | 100 | 108 ▼ |
| Impish | 155 | 110 ▲ | 117 ▼ | 100 | 120 |
| Lax | 155 | 110 ▲ | 130 | 90 ▼ | 120 |
| Timid | 139 ▼ | 100 | 130 | 100 | 132 ▲ |
| Hasty | 155 | 90 ▼ | 130 | 100 | 132 ▲ |
| Serious(neutral) | 155 | 100 | 130 | 100 | 120 |
| Jolly | 155 | 100 | 117 ▼ | 100 | 132 ▲ |
| Naive | 155 | 100 | 130 | 90 ▼ | 132 ▲ |
| Modest | 139 ▼ | 100 | 143 ▲ | 100 | 120 |
| Mild | 155 | 90 ▼ | 143 ▲ | 100 | 120 |
| Quiet | 155 | 100 | 143 ▲ | 100 | 108 ▼ |
| Bashful(neutral) | 155 | 100 | 130 | 100 | 120 |
| Rash | 155 | 100 | 143 ▲ | 90 ▼ | 120 |
| Calm | 139 ▼ | 100 | 130 | 110 ▲ | 120 |
| Gentle | 155 | 90 ▼ | 130 | 110 ▲ | 120 |
| Sassy | 155 | 100 | 130 | 110 ▲ | 108 ▼ |
| Careful | 155 | 100 | 117 ▼ | 110 ▲ | 120 |
| Quirky(neutral) | 155 | 100 | 130 | 100 | 120 |
Role · Legality
Legal regulations: regulation-m-a
VGC analysis
Salamence brings Intimidate plus mixed offense and optional Tailwind. It can flip between physical Dual Wingbeat and special Draco Meteor sets depending on the team.
Strengths
- + Intimidate utility
- + Mixed coverage
- + Optional Tailwind
Weaknesses
- − Ice and Fairy weak
- − Frail special bulk
- − Four-moveslot syndrome
How to use this data
Use this page to understand Salamence's role in the current VGC metagame. Check the base stats and Level 50 benchmarks to plan your EV spreads. Review common moves, items, abilities and Tera types to see what the community uses most. The partners section shows which Pokémon pair well with Salamence, while counters and checks highlight what to watch out for in team preview.
Last updated: July 2026 (Regulation Set M-A). Data is based on available competitive trends and editorial review.
Common builds & options
Moves
- Special
Huge Dragon damage; lowers user's Sp. Atk.
Pow130Acc90%PP5 - Special
Spread Normal move hitting both foes.
Pow90Acc100%PP10 
StatusDoubles the team's Speed for four turns.
Pow—Acc—PP15- StatusPriority +4
Blocks most attacks for a turn; core VGC tech.
Pow—Acc—PP10 
PhysicalSpread Ground move hitting all adjacent (incl. ally).
Pow100Acc100%PP10
Suggested usage notes
Salamence performs best when its role is clearly defined in team preview. As a Intimidate and Mixed Attacker Pokémon, focus on positioning it where it can execute its job without being forced into unfavorable exchanges.
When teambuilding, pair Salamencewith Pokémon that cover its type weaknesses (see counters section below) and provide the speed control or redirection it needs to function. Review the common moves and items section for established sets, then adjust based on your team's specific needs.
Partners · Counters · Checks
Frequently asked questions
＋Is Salamence good in ChampionsVGC?
Salamence currently trends as a B-tier pick (Intimidate, Mixed Attacker). These are estimated trends based on available data and do not guarantee results.
＋What is the best build for Salamence in Regulation M-A?
Common builds pair Life Orb with moves like Dual Wingbeat, Draco Meteor, Hyper Voice. Builds are matchup dependent and should be adapted to your team.
＋What counters Salamence?
Frequent answers include flutter-mane, chien-pao. Effectiveness varies by team and game state.