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Mega Salamence

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Salamence Mega

#119 in the Sun & Moon Pokédex • Dragon Pokémon

Salamence Mega sprite

Normal

Shiny Salamence Mega sprite

Shiny

Pokédex entries

Sun

When angered, it loses all sense of itself and destroys everything around it. The destruction will continue until Salamence has tired itself out.

Moon

It flies around on its wings, which have grown in at last. In its happiness, it gushes hot flames, burning up the fields it passes over.

Details

Types

DragonFlying

Category

Dragon Pokémon

Abilities

Height

1.8 m (5'11")

Weight

112.6 kg (248.2 lbs)

National Pokédex

#0373

Pokédex

#119

Battle transformation: obtain the ordinary Pokémon and satisfy the form’s battle requirements. This is not a separately catchable or transferable form.

Stats

Base stat spread shown as a hex chart and supporting stat bars.

Min

Max

HP

95

300

394

Attack

145

265

427

Defense

130

238

394

Sp. Atk

120

220

372

Sp. Def

90

166

306

Speed

120

220

372

Total

700

Ranges are for Level 100. Max assumes a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, and 31 IVs; min assumes a hindering nature, 0 EVs, and 0 IVs.

It's Super Effective

Type-only matchups for Salamence Mega, sorted from worst weakness to best resistance. Abilities, held items and battle conditions can change the damage taken.

Growth

EV yield, catch rate, and experience details for this Pokémon.
Pokédexes
Alola #119Melemele #119
EV yield
3 Atk
Catch rate
45
Base Exp.
315

Eggs

Egg groups, gender ratio, and hatching details for this Pokémon.
Egg groups
Gender
50% male
50% female
Egg cycles
40

Evolution

Evolution requirements shown in a compact table or chain view.
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Bagon

Bagon

#117

Level 30

Shelgon

Shelgon

#118

Shelgon

Shelgon

#118

Level 50

Salamence

Salamence

#119

Held-item rates for this form. Some Pokémon have no wild encounter in Sun/Moon; check their acquisition requirements.
Moon
5%
Sun
5%

Moves

Moves this Pokémon learns naturally by reaching specific levels.
Class
Description
Evo.FlyFlyingPhysical909515

The user soars and then strikes its target on the next turn.

StartFlyFlyingPhysical909515

The user soars and then strikes its target on the next turn.

StartLeerNormalStatus-10030

The user gives opposing Pokémon an intimidating leer that lowers the Defense stat.

StartBiteDarkPhysical6010025

The target is bitten with viciously sharp fangs. This may also make the target flinch.

StartEmberFireSpecial4010025

The target is attacked with small flames. This may also leave the target with a burn.

StartRageNormalPhysical2010020

As long as this move is in use, the power of rage raises the Attack stat each time the user is hit in battle.

StartProtectNormalStatus--10

Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

StartThunder FangElectricPhysical659515

The user bites with electrified fangs. This may also make the target flinch or leave it with paralysis.

StartFire FangFirePhysical659515

The user bites with flame-cloaked fangs. This may also make the target flinch or leave it with a burn.

StartDragon TailDragonPhysical609010

The target is knocked away, and a different Pokémon is dragged out. In the wild, this ends a battle against a single Pokémon.

4EmberFireSpecial4010025

The target is attacked with small flames. This may also leave the target with a burn.

7LeerNormalStatus-10030

The user gives opposing Pokémon an intimidating leer that lowers the Defense stat.

10BiteDarkPhysical6010025

The target is bitten with viciously sharp fangs. This may also make the target flinch.

13Dragon BreathDragonSpecial6010020

The user exhales a mighty gust that inflicts damage. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

17HeadbuttNormalPhysical7010015

The user sticks out its head and attacks by charging straight into the target. This may also make the target flinch.

21Focus EnergyNormalStatus--30

The user takes a deep breath and focuses so that critical hits land more easily.

25CrunchDarkPhysical8010015

The user crunches up the target with sharp fangs. This may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

29Dragon ClawDragonPhysical8010015

The user slashes the target with huge sharp claws.

35Zen HeadbuttPsychicPhysical809015

The user focuses its willpower to its head and attacks the target. This may also make the target flinch.

42Scary FaceNormalStatus-10010

The user frightens the target with a scary face to harshly lower its Speed stat.

49FlamethrowerFireSpecial9010015

The target is scorched with an intense blast of fire. This may also leave the target with a burn.

63Double-EdgeNormalPhysical12010015

A reckless, life-risking tackle. This also damages the user quite a lot.

Machines

Moves this Pokémon can learn from Technical Machines in Pokémon Sun and Moon.
Class
Description
TM02Dragon ClawDragonPhysical8010015

The user slashes the target with huge sharp claws.

TM05RoarNormalStatus--20

The target is scared off, and a different Pokémon is dragged out. In the wild, this ends a battle against a single Pokémon.

TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-9010

A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.

TM10Hidden PowerNormalSpecial6010015

A unique attack that varies in type depending on the Pokémon using it.

TM11Sunny DayFireStatus--5

The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering up Fire-type moves. It lowers the power of Water-type moves.

TM15Hyper BeamNormalSpecial150905

The target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user can’t move on the next turn.

TM17ProtectNormalStatus--10

Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

TM18Rain DanceWaterStatus--5

The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water-type moves. It lowers the power of Fire-type moves.

TM19RoostFlyingStatus--10

The user lands and rests its body. It restores the user’s HP by up to half of its max HP.

TM21FrustrationNormalPhysical-10020

This full-power attack grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.

TM26EarthquakeGroundPhysical10010010

The user sets off an earthquake that strikes every Pokémon around it.

TM27ReturnNormalPhysical-10020

This full-power attack grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer.

TM31Brick BreakFightingPhysical7510015

The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break barriers, such as Light Screen and Reflect.

TM32Double TeamNormalStatus--15

By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.

TM35FlamethrowerFireSpecial9010015

The target is scorched with an intense blast of fire. This may also leave the target with a burn.

TM38Fire BlastFireSpecial110855

The target is attacked with an intense blast of all-consuming fire. This may also leave the target with a burn.

TM39Rock TombRockPhysical609515

Boulders are hurled at the target. This also lowers the target’s Speed stat by preventing its movement.

TM40Aerial AceFlyingPhysical60-20

The user confounds the target with speed, then slashes. This attack never misses.

TM42FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

This attack move doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.

TM44RestPsychicStatus--10

The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status conditions.

TM45AttractNormalStatus-10015

If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.

TM48RoundNormalSpecial6010015

The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round to increase the power of the attack.

TM51Steel WingSteelPhysical709025

The target is hit with wings of steel. This may also raise the user’s Defense stat.

TM59Brutal SwingDarkPhysical6010020

The user swings its body around violently to inflict damage on everything in its vicinity.

TM65Shadow ClawGhostPhysical7010015

The user slashes with a sharp claw made from shadows. Critical hits land more easily.

TM68Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150905

The user charges at the target using every bit of its power. The user can’t move on the next turn.

TM71Stone EdgeRockPhysical100805

The user stabs the target from below with sharpened stones. Critical hits land more easily.

TM76FlyFlyingPhysical909515

The user soars and then strikes its target on the next turn.

TM78BulldozeGroundPhysical6010020

The user strikes everything around it by stomping down on the ground. This lowers the Speed stat of those hit.

TM80Rock SlideRockPhysical759010

Large boulders are hurled at the opposing Pokémon to inflict damage. This may also make the opposing Pokémon flinch.

TM82Dragon TailDragonPhysical609010

The target is knocked away, and a different Pokémon is dragged out. In the wild, this ends a battle against a single Pokémon.

TM87SwaggerNormalStatus-8515

The user enrages and confuses the target. However, this also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.

TM88Sleep TalkNormalStatus--10

While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows.

TM90SubstituteNormalStatus--10

The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user’s decoy.

TM100ConfideNormalStatus--20

The user tells the target a secret, and the target loses its ability to concentrate. This lowers the target’s Sp. Atk stat.

Tutors

Moves this Pokémon can learn from move tutors in this game.
Class
Description
Draco MeteorDragonSpecial130905

Comets are summoned down from the sky onto the target. The attack’s recoil harshly lowers the user’s Sp. Atk stat.

Learn before evolving and retain the move. Breeding and prior stages have separate requirements.
Class
Acquisition sourceDescription
Defense CurlNormalStatus--40

Bagon — breeding; retain through evolution

The user curls up to conceal weak spots and raise its Defense stat.

Dragon DanceDragonStatus--20

Bagon — breeding; retain through evolution

The user vigorously performs a mystic, powerful dance that raises its Attack and Speed stats.

Dragon PulseDragonSpecial8510010

Bagon — breeding; retain through evolution

The target is attacked with a shock wave generated by the user’s gaping mouth.

Dragon RageDragonSpecial-10010

Bagon — breeding; retain through evolution

This attack hits the target with a shock wave of pure rage. This attack always inflicts 40 HP damage.

Dragon RushDragonPhysical1007510

Bagon — breeding; retain through evolution

The user tackles the target while exhibiting overwhelming menace. This may also make the target flinch.

EndureNormalStatus--10

Bagon — breeding; retain through evolution

The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

Hydro PumpWaterSpecial110805

Bagon — breeding; retain through evolution

The target is blasted by a huge volume of water launched under great pressure.

ThrashNormalPhysical12010010

Bagon — breeding; retain through evolution

The user rampages and attacks for two to three turns. The user then becomes confused.

TwisterDragonSpecial4010020

Bagon — breeding; retain through evolution

The user whips up a vicious tornado to tear at the opposing Pokémon. This may also make them flinch.

Imports and compatible Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon trades have separate requirements. Individual options do not guarantee every four-move combination.
Class
Acquisition sourceDescription
Air CutterFlyingSpecial609525

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user launches razor-like wind to slash the opposing Pokémon. Critical hits land more easily.

Aqua TailWaterPhysical909010

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user attacks by swinging its tail as if it were a vicious wave in a raging storm.

Aqua TailWaterPhysical909010

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The user attacks by swinging its tail as if it were a vicious wave in a raging storm.

Body SlamNormalPhysical8510015

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user drops onto the target with its full body weight. This may also leave the target with paralysis.

CaptivateNormalStatus-10020

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

If any opposing Pokémon is the opposite gender of the user, it is charmed, which harshly lowers its Sp. Atk stat.

CutNormalPhysical509530

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The target is cut with a scythe or claw.

Defense CurlNormalStatus--40

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user curls up to conceal weak spots and raise its Defense stat.

DefogFlyingStatus--15

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

A strong wind blows away the target’s barriers such as Reflect or Light Screen. This also lowers the target’s evasiveness.

DefogFlyingStatus--15

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

A strong wind blows away the target’s barriers such as Reflect or Light Screen. This also lowers the target’s evasiveness.

Dragon DanceDragonStatus--20

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user vigorously performs a mystic, powerful dance that raises its Attack and Speed stats.

Dragon PulseDragonSpecial8510010

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The target is attacked with a shock wave generated by the user’s gaping mouth.

Dragon PulseDragonSpecial8510010

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The target is attacked with a shock wave generated by the user’s gaping mouth.

Dragon RageDragonSpecial-10010

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

This attack hits the target with a shock wave of pure rage. This attack always inflicts 40 HP damage.

Dragon RushDragonPhysical1007510

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user tackles the target while exhibiting overwhelming menace. This may also make the target flinch.

EndureNormalStatus--10

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

Fury CutterBugPhysical409520

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The target is slashed with scythes or claws. This attack becomes more powerful if it hits in succession.

Heat WaveFireSpecial959010

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user attacks by exhaling hot breath on the opposing Pokémon. This may also leave those Pokémon with a burn.

Heat WaveFireSpecial959010

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The user attacks by exhaling hot breath on the opposing Pokémon. This may also leave those Pokémon with a burn.

Hone ClawsDarkStatus--15

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user sharpens its claws to boost its Attack stat and accuracy.

Hydro PumpWaterSpecial110805

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The target is blasted by a huge volume of water launched under great pressure.

Hyper VoiceNormalSpecial9010010

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user lets loose a horribly echoing shout with the power to inflict damage.

Hyper VoiceNormalSpecial9010010

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The user lets loose a horribly echoing shout with the power to inflict damage.

IncinerateFireSpecial6010015

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user attacks opposing Pokémon with fire. If a Pokémon is holding a certain item, such as a Berry, the item becomes burned up and unusable.

Iron DefenseSteelStatus--15

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user hardens its body’s surface like iron, sharply raising its Defense stat.

Iron TailSteelPhysical1007515

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The target is slammed with a steel-hard tail. This may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

Iron TailSteelPhysical1007515

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The target is slammed with a steel-hard tail. This may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

Laser FocusNormalStatus--30

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The user concentrates intensely. The attack on the next turn always results in a critical hit.

MimicNormalStatus--10

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user copies the target’s last move. The move can be used during battle until the Pokémon is switched out.

Mud-SlapGroundSpecial2010010

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user hurls mud in the target’s face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.

Natural GiftNormalPhysical-10015

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user draws power to attack by using its held Berry. The Berry determines the move’s type and power.

Ominous WindGhostSpecial601005

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user blasts the target with a gust of repulsive wind. This may also raise all the user’s stats at once.

OutrageDragonPhysical12010010

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user rampages and attacks for two to three turns. The user then becomes confused.

OutrageDragonPhysical12010010

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The user rampages and attacks for two to three turns. The user then becomes confused.

Rock SmashFightingPhysical4010015

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user attacks with a punch. This may also lower the target’s Defense stat.

RolloutRockPhysical309020

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user continually rolls into the target over five turns. It becomes more powerful each time it hits.

Secret PowerNormalPhysical7010020

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The additional effects of this attack depend upon where it was used.

SnoreNormalSpecial5010015

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

This attack can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the target flinch.

SnoreNormalSpecial5010015

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

This attack can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the target flinch.

StrengthNormalPhysical8010015

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The target is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power.

SwiftNormalSpecial60-20

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

Star-shaped rays are shot at the opposing Pokémon. This attack never misses.

TailwindFlyingStatus--15

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user whips up a turbulent whirlwind that ups the Speed stat of the user and its allies for four turns.

TailwindFlyingStatus--15

Trade from Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon; only original Sun/Moon-compatible forms and moves

The user whips up a turbulent whirlwind that ups the Speed stat of the user and its allies for four turns.

ThrashNormalPhysical12010010

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user rampages and attacks for two to three turns. The user then becomes confused.

TwisterDragonSpecial4010020

Import from compatible Generation III–VI games via Pokémon Bank; retain through evolution where applicable

The user whips up a vicious tornado to tear at the opposing Pokémon. This may also make them flinch.

Traits

Ability options available to this Pokémon in this game.

Aerilate

Ability Slot 1

Normal-type moves become Flying-type moves. The power of those moves is boosted a little.

Changes eligible Normal-type moves to Flying and boosts their power by 20%.

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