Its Ruby dex entry says: "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."

Basically, through sheer force of will and a Faustian spirit, it ascended from a shitmon to the most powerful pseudo-legendary because it wanted to. This inspiring tale is also a nod to the philosophy of Actualism developed by founding intellectual of Fascism Giovanni Gentile, who in turn was influenced by Friedrich Hegel.

In essence, you need an extremely high IQ to appreciate Salamence, she's incomprehensible without a solid grasp of Nietzsche, Hegel and a thorough knowledge of world history to catch all of her rich thematic execution and symbolism. Name a more philosophical, kino Pokemon than Salamence.