Naive or Jolly for Mega Salamence in general?

Jan. 4, 2015

I’m planning on using Mega Salamence. I’ve already decided it’s going to be physical-based, but I’m not sure if I should run mixed or not. Here are my two potential sets:

Pure PhysicalSalamence @ SalamenciteAbility: Intimidate -> AerilateJolly NatureEVs: 252 Atk / 252 Spe / 4 HP-Dragon Dance-Double-Edge-Dragon Rush-Earthquake

Physically Biased MixMenceSalamence @ SalamenciteAbility: Intimidate -> AerilateNaive NatureEVs: 252 Atk / 252 Spe / 4 SpA-Double-Edge-Earthquake-Dragon Dance-Fire Blast

Which one should I run, and why?

Pleaselog inorregisterto add a comment.

If you’re aiming for a primarily physical set, I recommend you run just a Jolly one. And swap Double Edge for Return, if you can. Salamence’s physical set barely needs coverage, as Aerilate boosts Salamence’s attack to ridiculous levels. Dragon Dance / Return / Earthquake / Roost is really all you need. If you are really having trouble with Skarmory, then yes, go for Naive with Fire Blast.