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No. 0758

Salazzle

Toxic Lizard Pokémon

Salazzle
Official art
PoisonFire
Height
1.2 m 3′11″
Weight
22.2 kg 48.9 lbs
Base stat total
480 top 41%
Introduced
Gen VII
Abilities
Pokédex entryShield
The winner of competitions between Salazzle is decided by which one has the most male Salandit with it.
See all 6 entries

Base stats

HP68128–175246–340
Atk6462–127119–249
Def6058–123112–240
SpA111104–179204–353
SpD6058–123112–240
Spe117109–185215–366
Total480Higher than 59% of all Pokémon
HP68Atk64Def60Spe117SpD60SpA111

Ranges: 0 IV/EV with a hindering nature to 31 IV/252 EV with a helpful nature. EV yield: 2 Spe.

Stat calculatorChampions Stat Points & Stat Alignment, or EVs, IVs & nature

Speed tiers

Speed at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base 117). Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+185Max169No SP137Min123Scarf277Tailwind370

At max Speed, Salazzle outspeeds 26 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC.

  1. 203Mega Garchomp ZModest · 32 SP · #21 in usage
  2. 200Mega GengarTimid · 32 SP · #26 in usage
  3. 190Mega Raichu YTimid · 23 SP · #13 in usage
  4. 189Mega SalamenceTimid · 32 SP · #4 in usage
  5. 185Salazzle · Max+32 SP, Speed-raising alignment
  6. 184WhimsicottTimid · 32 SP · #23 in usage
  7. 178Mega MetagrossJolly · 32 SP · #28 in usage
  8. 178Mega StaraptorJolly · 32 SP · #29 in usage
  9. 172SneaslerAdamant · 32 SP · #2 in usage
  10. 169Salazzle · Max32 SP, neutral alignment
  11. 169Mega FloetteTimid · 32 SP · #17 in usage
  12. 169GarchompJolly · 32 SP · #19 in usage
  13. 167Mega Charizard YTimid · 32 SP · #14 in usage
  14. 167Mega GardevoirTimid · 32 SP · #20 in usage
  15. 161IndeedeeTimid · 32 SP · #30 in usage
  16. 156Hisuian ArcanineJolly · 32 SP · #16 in usage
  17. 150ArchaludonTimid · 32 SP · #9 in usage
  18. 149GholdengoTimid · 32 SP · #8 in usage
  19. 143BasculegionJolly · 32 SP · #6 in usage
  20. 137Salazzle · No SP0 SP, neutral alignment
  21. 128PelipperTimid · 32 SP · #12 in usage
  22. 120VolcaronaBold · 0 SP · #25 in usage
  23. 105RillaboomAdamant · 0 SP · #1 in usage
  24. 101MiloticCalm · 0 SP · #15 in usage
  25. 95SylveonModest · 15 SP · #18 in usage
  26. 94Female IndeedeeRelaxed · 0 SP · #7 in usage
  27. 90PolitoedCalm · 0 SP · #22 in usage
  28. 90SinistchaBold · 0 SP · #24 in usage
  29. 85ArmarougeQuiet · 0 SP · #27 in usage
  30. 80IncineroarCareful · 0 SP · #3 in usage
  31. 80FarigirafBold · 0 SP · #11 in usage
  32. 70KingambitAdamant · 0 SP · #5 in usage
  33. 60Mega GolisopodAdamant · 0 SP · #10 in usage

Others at their most common Speed investment in Champions VGC (Reg M-C · Doubles, Sep 2026); Pokémon holding a Mega Stone are shown as their Mega.

Type matchups

Weak to

Ground4×Psychic2×Rock2×Water2×

Resists

Bug¼×Fairy¼×Grass¼×Fighting½×Fire½×Ice½×Poison½×Steel½×
Takes normal damage from 6 types
NormalFlyingGhostElectricDragonDark

Abilities

  • Corrosion

    This Pokémon can inflict poison on Poison and Steel Pokémon.

  • ObliviousHidden ability

    Prevents infatuation and protects against Captivate.

Competitive

SV SinglesPUSV Doubles(DUU)National DexRU

Ranked ladder · in-game

Doubles

#159 of 262 used

▲ 8 places since Oct 22
Oct 22Oct 28
▲ 9 places since Oct 21
Oct 21Oct 28

Focus Sash (61.1%) · Corrosion (69.1%) · Timid (73.2%) · HP 2 / SpA 32 / Spe 32 (52.4%)

Moves Fake Out, Sludge Bomb, Heat Wave, Toxic

Singles

#129 of 262 used

▲ 2 places since Oct 22
Oct 22Oct 28
▲ 2 places since Oct 21
Oct 21Oct 28

Focus Sash (62.5%) · Corrosion (91.8%) · Timid (84.1%) · HP 2 / SpA 32 / Spe 32 (46.1%)

Moves Toxic, Encore, Flamethrower, Overheat

Daily usage rank on the Pokémon Champions ladder, updated Oct 28. Battle data provided by Pokémon Champions Battle Data.

1.2% of teams · rank #109 · Singles, one type per team · 1630+ rating · 63,572 battles · Sep 2026

Most common build

Item
Black Sludge
Ability
Corrosion
Nature
Timid
EVs
4 Def / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
  1. Toxic
  2. Substitute
  3. Protect
  4. Flamethrower

Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.

Usage by rating

  • All players2.02%
  • Rated 1500+1.89%
  • Rated 1630+1.2%
  • Rated 1760+0.47%

Usage by month

Oct 20251.2%

Moves

  • Toxic96.4%
  • Substitute93.7%
  • Protect90.3%
  • Flamethrower89.2%
  • Disable9%
  • Encore6.5%
  • Sludge Wave3.8%
  • Nasty Plot3.5%
  • Venoshock2.7%
  • Overheat1.7%

Items

  • Black Sludge92.8%
  • Focus Sash2.9%
  • Life Orb1.9%
  • Air Balloon1.1%
  • Heavy-Duty Boots0.7%
  • Leftovers0.5%

Abilities

  • 99.8%
  • 0.2%

EV spreads

  • Timid 4 Def / 252 SpA / 252 Spe54.7%
  • Timid 248 HP / 8 SpA / 252 Spe29.9%
  • Timid 248 HP / 8 SpD / 252 Spe8.6%
  • Timid 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe3.8%
  • Modest 4 HP / 252 SpA / 252 Spe1.3%

Common teammates

Evolution

  1. #0757SalanditPoisonFire
    1. Level 33 (female)#0758SalazzlePoisonFire

Moves

Level up 20

EvoFire LashLowers the target’s Defense by one stage after inflicting damage.FirePhys80100%15
1DisableDisables the target’s last used move for 1-8 turns.NormalStatus—100%20
1EmberHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FireSpec40100%25
1EncoreForces the target to repeat its last used move every turn for 2 to 6 turns.NormalStatus—100%5
1EndeavorLowers the target’s HP to equal the user’s.NormalPhys—100%5
1Knock OffTarget drops its held item.DarkPhys65100%20
1Poison GasPoisons the target.PoisonStatus—90%40
1PoundInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalPhys40100%35
1ScratchInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalPhys40100%35
1SmogHas a 40% chance to poison the target.PoisonSpec3070%20
1SwaggerRaises the target’s Attack by two stages and confuses the target.NormalStatus—85%15
1TormentPrevents the target from using the same move twice in a row.DarkStatus—100%15
15Poison FangHas a 50% chance to badly poison the target.PoisonPhys50100%15
20Sweet ScentLowers the target’s evasion by one stage.NormalStatus—100%20
25Nasty PlotRaises the user’s Special Attack by two stages.DarkStatus——20
30IncinerateDestroys the target’s held berry.FireSpec60100%15
37VenoshockInflicts double damage if the target is Poisoned.PoisonSpec65100%10
44Dragon PulseInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.DragonSpec85100%10
51FlamethrowerHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FireSpec90100%15
58ToxicBadly poisons the target, inflicting more damage every turn.PoisonStatus—90%10

TM / HM / TR 57

TM01Take DownUser receives 1/4 the damage it inflicts in recoil.NormalPhys9085%20
TM03Fake TearsLowers the target’s Special Defense by two stages.DarkStatus—100%20
TM04AgilityRaises the user’s Speed by two stages.PsychicStatus——30
TM05Mud-SlapHas a 100% chance to lower the target’s accuracy by one stage.GroundSpec20100%10
TM06Scary FaceLowers the target’s Speed by two stages.NormalStatus—100%10
TM07ProtectPrevents any moves from hitting the user this turn.NormalStatus——10
TM08Fire FangHas a 10% chance to burn the target and a chance to make the target flinch.FirePhys6595%15
TM13Acid SprayLowers the target’s Special Defense by two stages.PoisonSpec40100%20
TM14AcrobaticsHas double power if the user has no held item.FlyingPhys55100%15
TM18ThiefTakes the target’s item.DarkPhys60100%25
TM20TrailblazeThe user attacks suddenly as if leaping out from tall grass. The user's nimble footwork boosts its Speed stat.GrassPhys50100%20
TM25FacadePower doubles if user is burned, paralyzed, or poisoned.NormalPhys70100%20
TM26Poison TailHas an increased chance for a critical hit and a 10% chance to poison the target.PoisonPhys50100%25
TM32SwiftNever misses.NormalSpec60—20
TM43FlingThrows held item at the target; power depends on the item.DarkPhys—100%10
TM45VenoshockInflicts double damage if the target is Poisoned.PoisonSpec65100%10
TM47EndurePrevents the user’s HP from lowering below 1 this turn.NormalStatus——10
TM49Sunny DayChanges the weather to sunny for five turns.FireStatus——5
TM61Shadow ClawHas an increased chance for a critical hit.GhostPhys70100%15
TM62Foul PlayCalculates damage with the target’s attacking stat.DarkPhys95100%15
TM66Body SlamHas a 30% chance to paralyze the target.NormalPhys85100%15
TM70Sleep TalkRandomly uses one of the user’s other three moves. Only works if the user is sleeping.NormalStatus——10
TM78Dragon ClawInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.DragonPhys80100%15
TM82Thunder WaveParalyzes the target.ElectricStatus—90%20
TM83Poison JabHas a 30% chance to poison the target.PoisonPhys80100%20
TM85RestUser sleeps for two turns, completely healing itself.PsychicStatus——5
TM87TauntFor the next few turns, the target can only use damaging moves.DarkStatus—100%20
TM91Toxic SpikesScatters poisoned spikes, poisoning opposing Pokémon that switch in.PoisonStatus——20
TM95Leech LifeDrains half the damage inflicted to heal the user.BugPhys80100%10
TM100Dragon DanceRaises the user’s Attack and Speed by one stage.DragonStatus——20
TM102Gunk ShotHas a 30% chance to poison the target.PoisonPhys12080%5
TM103SubstituteTransfers 1/4 of the user’s max HP into a doll, protecting the user from further damage or status changes until it breaks.NormalStatus——10
TM107Will-O-WispBurns the target.FireStatus—85%15
TM115Dragon PulseInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.DragonSpec85100%10
TM117Hyper VoiceInflicts regular damage with no additional effect.NormalSpec90100%10
TM118Heat WaveHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FireSpec9590%10
TM122EncoreForces the target to repeat its last used move every turn for 2 to 6 turns.NormalStatus—100%5
TM125FlamethrowerHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FireSpec90100%15
TM130Helping HandAlly’s next move inflicts half more damage.NormalStatus——20
TM140Nasty PlotRaises the user’s Special Attack by two stages.DarkStatus——20
TM141Fire BlastHas a 10% chance to burn the target.FireSpec11085%5
TM148Sludge BombHas a 30% chance to poison the target.PoisonSpec90100%10
TM152Giga ImpactUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalPhys15090%5
TM157OverheatLowers the user’s Special Attack by two stages after inflicting damage.FireSpec13090%5
TM163Hyper BeamUser foregoes its next turn to recharge.NormalSpec15090%5
TM165Flare BlitzUser takes 1/3 the damage inflicted in recoil. Has a 10% chance to burn the target.FirePhys120100%15
TM171Tera BlastIf the user has Terastallized, it unleashes energy of its Tera Type. This move inflicts damage using the Attack or Sp. Atk stat—whichever is higher for the user.NormalSpec80100%10
TM175ToxicBadly poisons the target, inflicting more damage every turn.PoisonStatus—90%10
TM181Knock OffTarget drops its held item.DarkPhys65100%20
TM195Burning JealousyBurns the target if it had a state stage raise this turn.FireSpec70100%5
TM200Scale ShotBoosts the user’s Speed and lowers their Defense by one stage after inflicting damage two to five times in a row.DragonPhys2590%20
TM205EndeavorLowers the target’s HP to equal the user’s.NormalPhys—100%5
TM207Temper FlareSpurred by desperation, the user attacks the target. This move's power is doubled if the user's previous move failed.FirePhys75100%10
TM214Sludge WaveHas a 10% chance to poison the target.PoisonSpec95100%10
TM219Skitter SmackLowers the target’s Special Attack by one stage.BugPhys7090%10
TM222Breaking SwipeLowers the target’s Attack by one stage after inflicting damage.DragonPhys60100%15
TM226Dragon CheerThe user raises its allies’ morale with a draconic cry so that their future attacks have a heightened chance of landing critical hits. This rouses Dragon types more.DragonStatus——15

Pokédex entries

Category
Toxic Lizard Pokémon
Debut
Alola · Sun & Moon
Color
Black
Shape
Habitat
—
Original Alola#162Original Akala#089Updated Alola#196Updated Akala#097Galar#245Isle of Armor#160Paldea#121Kitakami#169

  1. The winner of competitions between Salazzle is decided by which one has the most male Salandit with it.

    Shield

  2. Only female Salazzle exist. They emit a gas laden with pheromones to captivate male Salandit.

    Sword

  3. It punishes Salandit that couldn’t bring it food with a fierce slap of its flame-spewing palm.

    Ultra Moon

  4. Salazzle lives deep in caves and forces the Salandit it has attracted with its pheromones to serve it.

    Ultra Sun

  5. Filled with pheromones, its poisonous gas can be diluted to use in the production of luscious perfumes.

    Moon

  6. For some reason, only females have been found. It creates a reverse harem of male Salandit that it lives with.

    Sun

Names around the world

Japanese
エンニュート
Japanese (romaji)
Ennewt
Korean
염뉴트
Chinese (Traditional)
焰后蜥
Chinese (Simplified)
焰后蜥
French
Malamandre
German
Amfira
Spanish
Salazzle
Italian
Salazzle

Sprites

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Official artwork

3D models

Generation VII

Generation VIII · animated models

Generation IX · animated models

Training

EV yield
2 Spe
Catch rate
45 ≈5.9% with a Poké Ball at full HP
Base friendship
70
Base experience
168
Growth rate
Medium

Breeding

Egg groups
MonsterDragon
Gender
♂ 0%♀ 100%
Hatch time
20 egg cycles ≈5,355 steps (Gen IV–VII)

Where to find

Shield: The Crown Tundra 1 area
  • Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65
Shield: The Isle of Armor 5 areas
  • Challenge Beach (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
  • Challenge RoadSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 28–60
  • Fields of Honor (Max Den I)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
  • Loop Lagoon (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
  • Potbottom Desert (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Sword: The Crown Tundra 1 area
  • Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65
Sword: The Isle of Armor 5 areas
  • Challenge Beach (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
  • Challenge RoadSpecial overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 28–60
  • Fields of Honor (Max Den I)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
  • Loop Lagoon (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
  • Potbottom Desert (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Shield 11 areas
  • Dusty Bowl (Max Den G)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
  • East Lake Axewell (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
  • Giant's Cap (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
  • Giant's Cap (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
  • Hammerlocke Hills (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
  • Lake of Outrage (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
  • Motostoke Riverbank (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
  • North Lake Miloch (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
  • North Lake Miloch (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 55–60
  • Stony Wilderness (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
  • Stony Wilderness (Max Den G)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
Sword 6 areas
  • Dusty Bowl (Max Den G)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
  • Giant's Cap (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
  • Hammerlocke Hills (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–60
  • Lake of Outrage (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–60
  • Stony Wilderness (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–40
  • Stony Wilderness (Max Den G)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 25–60
Ultra Moon 3 areas
  • Heahea BeachReceive as a gift · Lv 30
  • Lush JungleSOS Battle · Lv 41–44
  • Wela Volcano ParkSOS Battle · Lv 16–19
Ultra Sun 2 areas
  • Lush JungleSOS Battle · Lv 41–44
  • Wela Volcano ParkSOS Battle · Lv 16–19