Salamence Weakness & Counters

Type matchups

Base stats

HP

95

Attack

135

Defense

80

Sp. Atk

110

Sp. Def

80

Speed

100

Total

600

Evolution

1. Bagon
2. →
   Shelgon
3. →
   Salamence

Best counters to Salamence

• Alolan SandslashHits for 4×
• Alolan SandshrewHits for 4×
• Ice CalyrexHits for 4×
• ArticunoHits for 4×
• RegiceHits for 4×
• GlastrierHits for 4×

Other Dragon/Flying Pokémon

• Dragonite
• Mega Dragonite
• Altaria
• Mega Salamence
• Rayquaza
• Mega Rayquaza
• Noibat
• Noivern

Frequently asked questions

What is Salamence weak to?

As a Dragon/Flying type, Salamence takes super-effective damage from Ice (4×), Rock, Dragon and Fairy moves.

What is Salamence resistant to?

Salamence resists Fighting, Bug, Fire, Water and Grass (¼×) moves. It is immune to Ground.

What are the best counters to Salamence?

Strong type-based picks include Alolan Sandslash, Alolan Sandshrew and Ice Calyrex, which hit Salamence with super-effective attacks.