Salamence • Generation IV Pokédex
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Salamence

Salamence's Type
Salamence's Pokédex #s
- National #
- 373
- Galar #
- --
- Armor #
- --
- Crown #
- 115
Salamence's Base Stats
- HP:
- 95
- Attack:
- 135
- Defense:
- 80
- Sp. Atk:
- 110
- Sp. Def:
- 80
- Speed:
- 100
- Total:
- 600
Misc. Info
- Height:
- 4'11" (1.5m)
- Weight:
- 226.2 lbs. (102.6 kg)
- Gender Ratio:
- Egg Groups:
- Dragon
- EXP At Lv. 100:
- 1,250,000
- EV Yield:
- 3 Attack
- Base EXP:
- 270
- Catch Rate:
- 45
- Base Happiness:
- 35
Salamence's Abilities
Here are what abilities Salamence can possibly have, along with their effects.
- Intimidate
- When Salamence is sent out in battle, all opposing Pokémon have their Attack lowered by one stage.
- Moxie
- Raises Salamence's Attack by one stage whenever it knocks out a Pokémon.
Weaknesses & Resistances
Below is a list of what Salamence's weakness and resistance is to various types.
- 4×
- 2×
- ½
- ¼
- immune
Salamence's Moves
Below is a list of all of the moves that Salamence can learn, along with what level it learns the move, the TM or TR number, and what egg moves it can learn, if any. Hover over a move (desktop/laptop) or click the ? button next to the move (mobile/tablet) to find out more about the move.
Salamence's Detailed Stats
Below you'll find a more detailed table containing Salamence's calculated stats, which are the stats that you actually see displayed in game. These are affected by a variety of things, such as level, Effort Values (EVs), Individual Values (IVs), and Salamence's Nature.
By default, the stats you see in the table below show four different possibilities, all assuming Salamence is level 100: its stats with 0 EVs, 252+ (max) EVs, 0 IVs, and 31 (max) IVs. Nature is not shown by default, so its maximum is 10% higher than shown here, and minium 10% lower.
By default, the stats you see in the table below show four different possibilities, all assuming Salamence is level 100: its stats with 0 EVs, 252+ (max) EVs, 0 IVs, and 31 (max) IVs. Nature is not shown by default, so its maximum is 10% higher than shown here, and minium 10% lower.
Stats at level 100 |
0 EVs | 252+ EVs | Base Stat | ||
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Min | Max | Min | Max | ||
HP | 300 | 331 | 363 | 394 | 95 |
Attack | 275 | 306 | 338 | 369 | 135 |
Defense | 165 | 196 | 228 | 259 | 80 |
Sp. Atk | 225 | 256 | 288 | 319 | 110 |
Sp. Def | 165 | 196 | 228 | 259 | 80 |
Speed | 205 | 236 | 268 | 299 | 100 |
Total | 600 |
Where to Find Salamence
If you're looking for where to find Salamence, you'll find the various methods listed down below, along with any notes or special locations. This should help you figure out how to get Salamence in Pokémon Sword & Shield. (Currently this does not show most "strong" static encounters or Max Raid Battles.)
Exclusive to Pokémon Sword
Salamence is exclusive to Pokémon Sword, so if you are playing Pokémon Shield, you will need to trade with someone playing Pokémon Sword in order to obtain it for your Pokédex.
Special Ways to Get Salamence
Can be found as a wandering Pokémon in the Crown Tundra (DLC).
Getting Salamence By Evolution
Evolves from Shelgon at level 50.
Pokédex Entries for Salamence
Generation 4 Pokédex Entries
Diamond
Pearl
Platinum
As a result of its long-held dream of flying, its cellular structure changed, and wings grew out.
HeartGold
SoulSilver
It's uncontrollable if enraged. It flies around spouting flames and scorching fields and mountains.
Generation 3 Pokédex Entries
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.
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.
Emerald
After many long years, its cellular structure underwent a sudden mutation to grow wings. When angered, it loses all thought and rampages out of control.
FireRed
LeafGreen
It becomes uncontrollable if it is enraged. It destroys everything with shredding claws and fire.