Ultimate Guide to Pokemon GO Mega Salamence Raid: Weaknesses and Top Counters

If you’re eager to enhance your Pokemon GO roster with one of the most formidable Dragon-type Mega Evolutions, look no further. Mega Salamence is making its return to Mega Raids from November 11-18, 2024. This comprehensive guide is designed to assist you in both defeating and capturing this challenging raid boss.

Statistics of Mega Salamence in Pokémon GO

Mega Salamence flaunts a remarkable set of stats that solidify its reputation as a powerhouse. Below is a detailed breakdown of its performance characteristics in Pokémon GO:

Stat	Value
Max CP (Level 50)	5,688
Attack	310
Defense	251
HP	216
Raid Boss CP	50,285
Base Catch CP	2,773 – 2,875
Weather Boosted CP	3,467 – 3,594 (Windy)

Mega Salamence Stats Overview

Weaknesses and Resistances of Mega Salamence

The Dragon/Flying typing of Mega Salamence confers specific advantages and vulnerabilities in battle. Knowing these can significantly enhance your strategy for taking it down in raids. Here’s what you need to keep in mind:

Weaknesses:

Ice (2.56x damage – double weakness)
Rock (1.6x damage)
Dragon (1.6x damage)
Fairy (1.6x damage)

Resistances:

Bug
Grass
Ground
Fighting
Fire
Water

Optimal Counters for Mega Salamence

To successfully battle Mega Salamence in raids, utilizing effective counters is essential. Here’s a curated list of Pokémon that excel against this formidable foe:

Pokemon	Image	Fast Move	Charged Move
Mega Rayquaza	–	Dragon Tail	Breaking Swipe
Mega Gardevoir	–	Charm	Triple Axel
Mega Abomasnow	–	Powder Snow	Weather Ball (Ice)
Shadow Mamoswine	–	Powder Snow	Avalanche
Shadow Mewtwo	–	Psycho Cut	Ice Beam
Baxcalibur	–	Ice Fang	Avalanche
Cetitan	–	Ice Shard	Avalanche
Glaceon	–	Frost Breath	Avalanche

Acquiring Mega Salamence in Pokémon GO

To add Mega Salamence to your collection, strategic planning is key. First, you must challenge and catch a regular Salamence during the Mega Raid—note that the Mega form cannot be caught. Here’s what to expect regarding catch CP ranges:

Regular CP Range: 2,773 – 2,875
Windy Weather Boost: 3,467 – 3,594 (optimal conditions to aim for!)

After successfully capturing it, you will need to evolve Salamence into its Mega form by gathering Mega Energy. The requirements for Mega Evolution are as follows:

First Evolution: 300 Mega Energy (significant investment!)
Second Evolution: 60 Mega Energy
Third Evolution: 30 Mega Energy
Final Cost: 15 Mega Energy

Is Shiny Mega Salamence Possible?

shiny Mega Peace Pokémon GO — Image Credit: Niantic (via Pokémon GO, Edited by: Ash Singh/Beebom)

Yes, Shiny Salamence can be found in Mega Raids! The shiny variant boasts a vibrant green body as opposed to the classic blue, and its wings shift from red to orange. However, bear in mind that shiny encounters are based on chance, so there’s no guarantee!

Taming Mega Salamence presents a formidable challenge, but with the right counters in your arsenal, your odds of success will vastly improve. We recommend teaming up with a group of 3-5 trainers for the best results.

Good luck on your quest to capture Mega Salamence! Did you succeed in catching it? We invite you to share your experiences in the comments below.

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