Salazzle Best Moveset
111 Sp. Atk at 117 Speed on Poison/Fire with AbilityCorrosion poisoning even Steel and Poison types. Held ItemFocus Sash with NatureTimid guarantees surviving one hit. The moveset outspeeds most of the tier and fires special Poison and Fire TermStab. Corrosion's unique poisoning bypasses two immunities. 68/60/60 bulk folds to anything physical.
Corrosion poisoned Steel and Poison types in Gen VII (Sun & Moon). Toxic on Heatran and Toxapex. 117 Speed outsped most threats. A stall-breaking specialist.
Best Moves
Best Build
Salazzle best EVs are Sp. Atk and Speed
Special Attacker Moveset
- Toxic
- Flamethrower
- Fire Blast
- Substitute
Recommended Teammates
Dropped in Gen VIII (Sword & Shield). Toxic stalling was less effective, and 111 Sp. Atk couldn't threaten opponents without Corrosion support. The one trick stopped working.
Special Sweeper Moveset
- Toxic
- Flamethrower
- Sludge Wave
- Sludge Bomb
Recommended Teammates
Fell further in Gen IX (Scarlet & Violet). The format got more offensive, reducing the stall Salazzle was built to break. Corrosion answered a question nobody was asking anymore.
Special Attacker Moveset
- Toxic
- Flamethrower
- Substitute
- Protect
Recommended Teammates
Salazzle Weakness
Type-wise, Salazzle takes extra damage from Ground, Water, Psychic, and Rock. Watch out for Ground attacks, those deal 4x damage. It resists 8 types, so it can switch into a lot of moves safely. At base 117 Speed, Salazzle outspeeds most threats and doesn't need to tank what it can outrun.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Ground |
| 2x (Weak) | Water, Psychic, Rock |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Fire, Ice, Fighting, Poison, Steel |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Grass, Bug, Fairy |
What is Salazzle Weak Against
AvgBest Pokemon Against Salazzle
B | ||
Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemRocky Helmet NatureImpish Moves
Damage vs Salazzle View Corviknight builds →U Turn6-7% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilityRegenerator ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Salazzle View Amoonguss builds →Giga Drain6-8% | ||
C | ||
Recommended Build AbilitySturdy ItemRocky Helmet NatureBold Moves View Skarmory builds →
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C | ||
Recommended Build AbilitySturdy ItemLeftovers NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Salazzle View Forretress builds →Rapid Spin16-19% Volt Switch18-22% | ||
Recommended Build AbilitySnow Warning ItemLightclay NatureTimid Moves View Ninetales-Alola builds →
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Evolution
Salazzle is what Salandit becomes. Breed it for Salandit eggs (average hatch time). Plenty of partners for breeding via two egg groups. Eggs are average hatch time. The evolution from Salandit pushed Salazzle to 480 total stats. Sp.Atk saw the largest single gain at +40. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
How to Get Salazzle
Salazzle tops out at low spawn rates across 24 locations in late-game routes. The encounters below are sorted by rate so you can see exactly what you're working with.
Where To Catch Salazzle in SV
To get Salazzle, start by catching Salandit through walking encounters at Lv. 7-60. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch SalanditEast Province (Area One) - CaveLv.10-40OverworldRate 36%East Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.10-40OverworldRate 36%Glaseado MountainLv.10-40OverworldRate 36%North Province (Area One) - CaveLv.10-40OverworldRate 36%North Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.10-40OverworldRate 36%North Province (Area Two) - CaveLv.10-40OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area One) - CaveLv.10-40OverworldRate 36%South Province (Area Six) - CaveLv.10-40OverworldRate 36%West Province (Area One) - CaveLv.10-40OverworldRate 36%West Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.10-40OverworldRate 36%West Province (Area Two) - CaveLv.10-40OverworldRate 36%Apple HillsLv.7-60OverworldCrystal PoolLv.7-60OverworldOni MountainLv.7-60OverworldOnis MawLv.7-60OverworldRevelers RoadLv.7-60Overworld
Step 2Salazzle ✓East Province (Area One) - CaveLv.33-52OverworldRate 1%East Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.33-52OverworldRate 1%Glaseado MountainLv.33-52OverworldRate 1%North Province (Area One) - CaveLv.33-52OverworldRate 1%North Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.33-52OverworldRate 1%North Province (Area Two) - CaveLv.33-52OverworldRate 1%South Province (Area One) - CaveLv.33-52OverworldRate 1%South Province (Area Six) - CaveLv.33-52OverworldRate 1%West Province (Area One) - CaveLv.33-52OverworldRate 1%West Province (Area Three) - CaveLv.33-52OverworldRate 1%West Province (Area Two) - CaveLv.33-52OverworldRate 1%or evolve from Salandit (Step 1)
You're catching Salandit first, not Salazzle. Salandit appears at decent rates in the encounters below. The step cards map the full 2-stage line with evolution methods between each stage.
How to Obtain Salazzle in SwSh
The path to Salazzle starts with Salandit at Lv. 10-30 via walking encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch SalanditChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%SnowstormChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%Heavy FogChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%SnowingChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%OvercastChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%SandstormChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%ThunderstormChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%Normal WeatherChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%RainingChallenge RoadLv.10-15OverworldShieldRate 16%Intense SunMotostoke RiverbankLv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 25%Intense SunChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%OvercastChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%SandstormChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%ThunderstormChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%Normal WeatherChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%RainingChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%Intense SunChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%SnowstormChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%Heavy FogChallenge RoadLv.16-21OverworldSwordRate 16%SnowingStony WildernessLv.28-30OverworldRate 15%Intense SunStony Wilderness - 2Lv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 15%Intense SunStony Wilderness - 3Lv.28-30OverworldShieldRate 15%Intense SunMotostoke OutskirtsLv.22-26OverworldShieldRate 5%All WeatherStony Wilderness - 3Lv.28-30OverworldSwordRate 5%Intense Sun
Step 2Salazzle ✓BREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Salazzle egg.
moderate rates across 5 locations for Salazzle in mid-game routes. Scroll the sorted list below and pick whichever spot sits closest to your current route. The rate differences between locations are worth comparing.
Where To Catch Salazzle in USUM
The path to Salazzle starts with Salandit at Lv. 16-44 via walking and gift encounters. 2 catchable stages total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch SalanditWela Volcano ParkLv.16-19CaveRate 30%Route 8Lv.17-20GrassRate 15%Lush Jungle - East CaveLv.41-44GrassRate 30%
Step 2Salazzle ✓Wela Volcano ParkLv.16-19CaveSOS from SalanditHeahea BeachLv.30Gift from NPCUltra MoonTotem gift (50 stickers)Lush Jungle - East CaveLv.41-44GrassSOS from Salanditor evolve from Salandit (Step 1)
No wild encounters for Salazzle. The 2-stage line runs through Salandit, which you can catch at solid rates from the locations below. Evolve at level 33 once you've got the levels.
How to Obtain Salazzle in SM
The path to Salazzle starts with Salandit at Lv. 16-20 via walking encounters. 1 catchable stage total, with locations listed for each one below.
Step 1Catch SalanditWela Volcano ParkLv.16-19CaveRate 30%Route 8Lv.17-20GrassRate 20%
Step 2Salazzle ✓BREEDINGAvailableLeave a compatible parent at the Pokemon Day Care to receive a Salazzle egg.
Base Stats
Everything pushes toward special damage here. Salazzle's Speed does the work, Defense pays the price. But you're still getting 2 Speed EVs per KO. Tough to catch, on a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
When two Salazzle meet, they will use their pheromone gas to fight over the males in each other’s group.
Salazzle Guide
Salazzle works as a sweeper with 480 BST behind it. B-Tier on our list: a solid choice for the right team. That 117 base Speed does the heavy lifting.
Salazzle's biggest threats include Swampert (Ground), Milotic (Water), and Reuniclus (Psychic), all carrying super-effective STAB moves. Swampert is the most dangerous since Ground moves deal 4x damage. Rock-type attackers are also a problem. Salazzle's base 117 Speed lets it outpace many threats and strike first, which matters more than trying to tank hits.
Corrosion is the go-to ability for Salazzle. It this Pokémon can inflict poison on Poison and Steel Pokémon. Its hidden ability Oblivious can work in specific setups.
Salazzle is a special attacker with base 111 Sp. Atk. Speed tells the real story. Base 117 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. Fits the sweeper role.
The core moveset is Toxic, Flamethrower, Substitute, and Protect. Toxic leads at 0% usage. Flamethrower provides reliable STAB damage.
Game Availability
Since Sun & Moon, Salazzle has been obtainable in 4 games. A Generation 7 debut means a shorter history, but Salazzle has appeared steadily across every generation since.
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- Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7SMDebut
Sun & Moon - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves