On April 13, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet announced an exciting new Seven-Star Tera Raid challenge featuring the formidable Salamence the Unrivaled. This special event will take place during Easter weekend, giving trainers the opportunity to battle and capture this powerful Dragon/Flying-type Pokemon. For those who miss the initial run, a second chance will be available during the last weekend of April.

First introduced in Pokemon Ruby and Sapphire, Salamence is a pseudo-legendary Pokemon from the Hoenn region. As the final evolution of Bagon and Shelgon, it boasts impressive speed and a diverse movepool including devastating attacks like Dual Wingbeat and Dragon Claw. Interestingly, Pokemon Scarlet features a unique Past Paradox version of Salamence called Roaring Moon, while Pokemon Violet offers easier access to the standard Salamence line in wild areas.

Following the recent Tyranitar Seven-Star Tera Raid event, trainers will face this new challenge beginning Thursday, April 17 at 8:00 PM Eastern, running through Sunday, April 20 at 7:59 PM Eastern. The second round occurs from April 24 to 27 at the same times. Defeating Salamence the Unrivaled rewards trainers with the Mightiest Mark.

Key Details About the Salamence Raid

• Tera Type: Flying
• Weaknesses: Electric, Ice, Rock
• Potential Abilities: Intimidate (lowers opponent's Attack) or Moxie (boosts Attack after defeating a foe)

Given its Flying Tera-type, trainers should consider bringing powerful Electric-type Pokemon like Miraidon, Eelektross, or Zapdos. Ice and Rock-type attackers will also be effective against this formidable opponent.

With its combination of Intimidate or Moxie abilities and a moveset likely including Dual Wingbeat, Earthquake, and Dragon Claw, Salamence presents a significant challenge. Trainers will need to develop solid strategies to overcome this powerful raid boss and add it to their collections.