Looking to add one of the most powerful Dragon-type Mega Evolutions to your Pokemon GO collection? Mega Salamence is back in Mega Raids from November 11-18, 2024, and this guide will help you defeat and catch this tough raid boss. Let’s dive into everything you need to know to successfully get Mega Salamence in Pokemon GO.
Mega Salamence Stats in Pokemon GO
Mega Salamence is an absolute powerhouse with impressive stats. Let us take a look at it’s stats in Pokemon 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 Weaknesses and Resistances
Mega Salamence’s Dragon/Flying typing creates distinct advantages and vulnerabilities in battle. Understanding these weaknesses and resistances is important as it helps form a team that can easily counter Mega Salamence in Raids. Here they are below:
Weaknesses:
- Ice (2.56x damage – double weakness)
- Rock (1.6x damage)
- Dragon (1.6x damage)
- Fairy (1.6x damage)
Pro Tip: As a Dragon/Flying-type Pokemon, it has one massive advantage for raiders – a double weakness to Ice-type moves that makes it particularly vulnerable in battle.
Resistance:
Best Mega Salamence Counters in Pokemon GO
Here is a table of counters we have found to work well against Mega Salamence in Raid battles.
How to Get Mega Salamence in Pokemon GO
Getting your hands on Mega Salamence involves some planning. First, you’ll need to defeat and catch a regular Salamence from the Mega Raid – remember, you can’t catch it in its Mega form! The catch CP ranges are:
- Regular CP Range: 2,773 – 2,875
- Windy Weather Boost: 3,467 – 3,594 (aim for these optimal conditions!)
You will then need to evolve it. For Mega Evolution, you’ll need to gather Mega Energy, and here’s the breakdown:
- First Evolution: 300 Mega Energy (quite an investment!)
- Second Evolution: 60 Mega Energy
- Third Evolution: 30 Mega Energy
- Final Cost: 15 Mega Energy
Can Mega Salamence Be Shiny?
Yes! You can encounter Shiny Salamence from Mega Raids. The shiny version features a striking green body instead of the usual blue, and its wings transform from red to orange. However, remember that getting a shiny is never guaranteed – it’s all about luck!
Mega Salamence is a challenging raid boss, but using the recommended counters will improve your chances of victory. For best results, we recommend you approach this raid with a group of 3-5 trainers.
With that, we hope you easily catch Mega Salamence. Were you able to catch it? Let us know in the comments below.
