"Salamence, the Dragon Pokémon. Salamence came about as a result of a strong, long-held dream of growing wings. It is said that this powerful desire triggered a sudden mutation in this Pokémon's cells, causing it to sprout its magnificent wings." – Pokédex entry for Salamence.
"What's the strongest Pokémon on the Champion's team?" Kumiko asked Reina. Since her girlfriend seemed to be quite close with him, she would most likely know more about him than most people would. "Is it one we've seen before?"
"Yes. It was the Pokémon Sensei was riding on when he fought the Deoxys, his Salamence." As Noboru Taki had taught her the basics of battle several years ago, Reina fondly remembered the stories he told her about his Salamence. "It was Sensei's first Pokémon, given to him by his father, and it has the ability to Mega Evolve. However, the battle with Deoxys was the first time I've actually seen it in action."
"Wait, really?" Kumiko was now confused. How could Reina not have seen Taki's main Pokémon despite knowing him well? "Where was it during your time with him? Do you mean you haven't seen it fight before?"
"Actually, I haven't seen it before at all." Reina clarified. "For some reason, he didn't have any Pokémon on him when we first met, but he still managed to be an excellent teacher. I don't believe I would be standing where I am right now without his knowledge."