As a Dragon/Flying type, Mega Salamence has 4 weaknesses, 5 resistances and 1 immunity, more than the average Pokémon's 3.3 weaknesses. 8 other Pokémon share the Dragon/Flying typing.

Base stats

HP: 95
Attack: 145
Defense: 130
Sp. Atk: 120
Sp. Def: 90
Speed: 120
Total: 700

Mega Salamence has a base stat total of 700, higher than 98% of Pokémon. With Attack (145) well above Sp. Atk (120), it works best as a physical attacker. A Speed of 120 beats 94% of Pokémon, so it outspeeds most opponents. With 95 HP, 130 Defense and 90 Sp. Def it is bulky and holds up better against physical hits.

Mega Salamence's only ability is Aerilate.

How to beat Mega Salamence

The best way to beat Mega Salamence is with Ice moves, which deal 4× damage. Rock, Dragon and Fairy moves are also super effective (2×).

Avoid relying on attacks it shrugs off: Ground moves have no effect on it and Fighting, Bug, Fire, Water and Grass moves are resisted.

Good counters: Alolan Sandslash hits for 4× with Ice-type STAB and resists its Dragon and Flying moves. Alolan Sandshrew hits for 4× with Ice-type STAB and resists its Dragon and Flying moves. Ice Calyrex hits for 4× with Ice-type STAB.