Salamence 7-Star Tera Raid Event: Best Counters and Rewards in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

In this guide we provide all of the details about the Salamence 7-Star Tera Raid Event in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet.

Salamence is coming to Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Trainers can catch the Salamence in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (Source: TPC)

Pokemon Scarlet and Violet will host a 7-Star Tera Raid Event focused on catching Salamence. It’s a Flying Tera Type Pokemon that trainers can catch once per save file during this upcoming event. In this guide, we detail everything about the Salamence 7-Star Tera Raid Event, including when it starts, when it ends, the best counters to use during the event, and much more.

Salamence 7-Star Tera Raid Event Date and Time in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

The event is happening in two rounds. The first round started on April 18 and ended on April 20. But you still have a chance to join the fun in Round 2. The second round begins at midnight (UTC) on April 25 and ends at 11:59 p.m. (UTC) on April 27.

7-Star Tera Raid Event Details

7-star Salamance in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
7-star Salamence in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet (Source: Austin John Plays/Youtube and TPC)

Salamence with the Mightiest Mark is the featured Pokemon in this event. Similar to the previous 7-Star Tera Raid Events, the Raid Dens for this one only spawn in the Paldea region. So, you don’t need access to The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero DLC locations to take part in the raids. Also, you do not need to complete the Mochi Mayhem epilogue section to get started on this raid.

7-Star Salamence Tera Raid Moveset

Salamence has the following moves in its kitty.

  • Dragon Pulse
  • Earthquake
  • Flamethrower
  • Tera Blast

Additional Moves:

  • Breaking Swipe
  • Heat Wave
  • Dragon Dance

Attack Pattern and Stats

Salamence will start the battle with its Heat Wave attack. At 86% time remaining, the Pokemon will reset your stats and status effects. It will repeat this move at 65% time remaining. Halfway through the battle, Salamence will unleash its Breaking Swipe attack. At 44% HP remaining, it will reset its own stats and status.

Finally, when its HP drops to 40%, it will use Dragon Dance. Keep in mind that Salamence has the Moxie ability, which boosts its Attack every time it knocks out one of your Pokemon.

As far as stats are concerned, the following are what you can expect.

  • HP: 30x multiplier
  • Shield Damage: 20% with standard attacks, 30% with Tera attacks, and 70% with Matching Tera.

Tera Type and Nature

The 7-Star Raid Event features a Flying Tera Type Salamence. It has a Quiet Nature, which boosts Special Attack but lowers Speed.

Also Read: 7 Most Powerful Fire-Types in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

Best 7-Star Salamence Tera Raid Counters

Eelektross moveset
Eelektross moveset (Source: Austin John Plays/Youtube and TPC)

Electric, Ice, and Rock types are strong choices against Flying Tera Type Salamence. Recommended solo Pokemon include:

  • Eelektross
  • Slowbro

Recommended support Pokemon:

  • Clefable
  • Alcremie

Best Eelektross Solo Build To Counter 7-Star Salamence Tera Raid

DetailsStats
Tera TypeElectric
Held Item Shell Bell
Ability Levitate
NatureModest
MovesetAcid Spray, Gastro Acid, Discharge, Eerie Impulse
Sp. Attack/Sp. Defense/Health4/252/252
Benefit against SalamenceEelektross can counter Salamence’s Moxie ability. It is also resistant to Flying type attacks. Its Discharge move can paralyze the opponent.

Best Slowbro Solo Build To Counter 7-Star Salamence Tera Raid

DetailsStats
Tera TypePsychic
Held Item Shell Bell
Ability Oblivious
NatureModest
MovesetIron Defense, Nasty Plot, Skill Swap, Stored Power
Sp. Attack/Sp. Defense/Health4/252/252
Benefit against SalamenceThe Pokemon can Skill Swap Salamence’s Moxie ability. After that, you can unleash a hefty bit of damage using the creature’s Stored Power move.

Best Clefable Support Build To Counter 7-Star Salamence Tera Raid

DetailsStats
Tera TypeFairy
Held Item Light Clay
Ability Magic Guard
NatureImpish
MovesetLife Dew, Chilling Water, Skill Swap, Reflect
Sp. Attack/Sp. Defense/Health4/252/252
Benefit against SalamenceClefable is great for support and sustenance. It can heal any allies with its Life Dew ability. At the same time, Reflect and Chilling Water and reduce the damage allies take.

Best Alcremie Support Build To Counter 7-star Salamence Tera Raid

DetailsStats
Tera TypeFairy
Held Item Leftovers
Ability Sweet Veil
NatureImpish
MovesetCharm, Decorate, Entrainment, Helping Hand
Sp. Attack/Sp. Defense/Health4/252/252
Benefit against SalamenceUse Entrainment to get rid of the Moxie ability for Salamence. Alcremie also helps improve damage dealt by allies in the battle.

All Rewards From Salamence 7-Star Tera Raid Event in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

Rewards for catching the 7-star Salamance
Rewards for catching the 7-star Salamence (Source: Austin John Plays/Youtube and TPC)

Catching the 7-Star Salamence lets you add the version with the Mightiest Mark to your team. It also comes with its hidden ability, Moxie. Additional rewards include:

  • Flying Tera Shards
  • Ability Patch
  • Nugget
  • TM115
  • Calcium
  • Experience Candy L and XL

Also Read: 7 Most Powerful Water-Types in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet

Best Sandwich To Use in 7-star XYZ Tera Raid Battle

Sandwiches give you powerful boosts
Sandwiches give you powerful boosts (Source: JSkeleton’s Nintendo World/Youtube and TPC)

You can consume either of the following Sandwiches to get useful boosts during the battle with the 7-star Salamence.

  • Humungo Power Normal Sandwich Lv. 2
  • Catching Power Electric Fried Fillet Sandwich Lv. 2
Sandwich NameRecipeEffects
Humungo Power Normal Sandwich Lv. 2Wasabi, 6x RiceRaid Power: Flying Lv. 2, Title Power: Electric Lv. 2, and Catching Power: Electric Lv. 1
Catching Power Electric Fried Fillet Sandwich Lv. 22x Yellow Bell Pepper, 2x Cheese, 2x Fried Fillet, 1x Sweet Herba Mystica and 3x MayonnaiseRaid Power: Flying Lv. 2, Title Power: Electric Lv. 2 and Catching Power: Electric Lv. 1

How To Join or Invite To Salamence 7-Star Tera Raid Battle

A 7-star Tera Raid icon on the map
A 7-star Tera Raid icon on the map (Source: ConCon/Youtube and TPC)

You won’t find Salamence just by wandering around Paldea. Instead, it appears in the Black Crystal Tera Raid. These raids are extremely tough, so it’s best to complete post-game content before trying them.

To locate the raid, look for black Tera Raid icons on your in-game map. If you see one with the Flying symbol, that’s where you’ll find Salamence.

You can also join another trainer’s raid using the Tera Raid Board. Just keep in mind that this option is only available until the Salamence 7-Star Tera Raid Event ends on April 27.


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