Salamenceis one of the most powerful Pokémon in the franchise, so players will naturally want to equip it with the best moves to maximize its potential in battle. Mega Salamence made its debut during theTwinkling Fantasyevent, giving players a chance to catch an even more powerful version of the Pokémon.
Best moves for Salamence in Pokémon GO
Salamence is a Dragon and Flying-type Pokémon, which means most of its most powerful moves will fall within one of these typings. This is because S.T.A.B. bonus gives a small boost to the damage of a move if its typing matches that of the Pokémon wielding it.
Note: Moves with an asterisk (*) benefit from Same-Type Attack Bonus (STAB) and will deal increased damage.
Salamence’s best offensive moves
Salamence’s best defensive moves
**Outrageis a move that was available for Salamence during a prior event and is now only available when using anElite TM. Be sure not to waste any of your precious Charge TMs trying to get this move.
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Quick Attacks
Charge Attacks
As an important note,Outrage(Charge Attack) can only be obtained using an Elite TM. These high-value items can occasionally be obtained in the in-game shop or as Research Task rewards, but players should not use a Charge TM to attempt to get this move.
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