Ground is a dangerous matchup for Salazzle — quadruple damage means one hit can end things. On the flip side, it resists 8 types, so the defensive profile isn't all bad. Known as the Toxic Lizard Pokemon. Its damage comes from the special side.
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.
Salazzle makes its opponents light-headed with poisonous gas, then captivates them with alluring movements to turn them into loyal servants.
When two Salazzle meet, they will use their pheromone gas to fight over the males in each other’s group.
Salazzle Weakness
AvgType-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.
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.
How to Evolve
Breed with Salazzle to get Salandit eggs using 65 partners from the Dragon and Monster egg groups. Notable egg moves include Belch, Fake Out, Mud-Slap and 1 more.
The game plan is straightforward: click Nasty Plot, then sweep. Heavy-Duty Boots and Corrosion support the setup turn. EVs go into max Sp. Atk and Speed so Salazzle hits hard once it's boosted.
Best Build
Best Salazzle Moveset
- Flamethrower
- Toxic
- Nasty Plot
- Sludge Bomb
Recommended Teammates
Breeding's the move. Belch and Fake Out give Salazzle options it can't learn any other way, and coverage across 8 types already covers a decent range on top of Overheat and Flare Blitz. The egg moves push it further.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
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 Scarlet & Violet
To get Salazzle, start by catching Salandit through walking encounters at Lv. 10-52. The chain covers 2 catchable stages before reaching the final form.
Step 1Catch SalanditEFFORTLESSEast Province (Area One) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSEast Province (Area One) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSEast Province (Area Three) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSEast Province (Area Three) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSGlaseado MountainVioletOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyCaveEFFORTLESSGlaseado MountainVioletOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyCaveEFFORTLESSGlaseado MountainScarletOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyCaveEFFORTLESSGlaseado MountainScarletOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyCaveEFFORTLESSNorth Province (Area One) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSNorth Province (Area One) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSNorth Province (Area Three) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSNorth Province (Area Three) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSNorth Province (Area Two) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSNorth Province (Area Two) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area One) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area One) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Six) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSSouth Province (Area Six) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area One) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area One) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Three) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Three) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Two) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Two) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.10-4036%EarlyRoute
Step 2Salazzle ✓HARDEast Province (Area One) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.33-521%LateRouteHARDEast Province (Area One) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.33-521%LateRouteHARDEast Province (Area Three) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.33-521%LateRouteHARDEast Province (Area Three) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.33-521%LateRouteHARDGlaseado MountainVioletOverworldLv.33-521%LateCaveHARDGlaseado MountainScarletOverworldLv.33-521%LateCaveHARDGlaseado MountainVioletOverworldLv.33-521%LateCaveHARDGlaseado MountainScarletOverworldLv.33-521%LateCaveHARDNorth Province (Area One) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.33-521%LateRouteHARDNorth Province (Area One) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.33-521%LateRouteHARDNorth Province (Area Three) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.33-521%LateRouteHARDNorth Province (Area Three) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.33-521%LateRouteHARDNorth Province (Area Two) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.33-521%LateRouteHARDNorth Province (Area Two) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.33-521%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area One) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.33-521%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area One) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.33-521%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Six) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.33-521%LateRouteHARDSouth Province (Area Six) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.33-521%LateRouteHARDWest Province (Area One) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.33-521%LateRouteHARDWest Province (Area One) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.33-521%LateRouteHARDWest Province (Area Three) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.33-521%LateRouteHARDWest Province (Area Three) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.33-521%LateRouteHARDWest Province (Area Two) - CaveScarletOverworldLv.33-521%LateRouteHARDWest Province (Area Two) - CaveVioletOverworldLv.33-521%LateRouteor evolve from Salandit (Step 1)
Salazzle works as a sweeper with 480 BST behind it. A-Tier on our list — a strong competitive pick. 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.
Salandit evolves into Salazzle at level 33. Salazzle is the fully evolved form. At 480 BST, it's got solid stats to work with.
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. But the speed tells the real story — base 117 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. Fits the sweeper role.
Salazzle can be found in Scarlet & Violet, Sword & Shield, Sun & Moon, and Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon.
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.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISMDebut
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A