Pokémon type
Bug
Scyther weaknesses
Scyther is weak to Flying, Fire, Electric and Ice-type moves, and doubly weak to Rock-type moves.
Scyther
#123 (Kanto)
Best moveset for Scyther
Evolution
There are 3 Pokémon in the Scyther family, including 1 Mega Pokémon. Scyther evolves into Scizor (Metal Coat) for 50 Candy, then temporarily into Mega Scizor.
- Scyther requires Metal Coat to evolve into Scizor.
- Evolving Mega Scizor costs 200 Mega Energy the first time, and 40 Mega Energy every time after.
Game images
Scyther, with the shiny version on the right. There is a very low chance of getting a shiny one.
Events
Summary
Scyther is a Bug & Flying Pokémon. It is weak to Rock, Flying, Fire, Electric and Ice moves. Scyther's best moveset is Fury Cutter & Bug Buzz and it has a Max CP of 3,060. Scyther evolves into Scizor.
About
"Scyther is blindingly fast. Its blazing speed enhances the effectiveness of the twin scythes on its forearms. This Pokémon's scythes are so effective, they can slice through thick logs in one wicked stroke."
Moves & Movesets
All moves
Raids
Trainer Battles
| Quick move | Damage | DPS |
|---|---|---|
| Air Slash | 12 | 14.4 |
| Steel Wing Elite TM | 14 | 14 |
| Fury Cutter | 4 | 9.6 |
| Main move | Damage | Energy | DPE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bug Buzz Elite TM | 95 | 2 | 2.28 |
| Aerial Ace | 55 | 3 | 2 |
| X-Scissor | 45 | 3 | 1.64 |
| Night Slash | 45 | 3 | 1.36 |
| Trailblaze | 65 | 2 | 1.3 |
| Return Purified | 25 | 3 | 0.76 |
| Frustration Shadow | 10 | 3 | 0.3 |
The moves highlighted in green benefit from the Same Type Attack Bonus, and deal 20% more damage.
All movesets
Attacking
Defending
Trainer Battles
Counters & Raids
What counters Scyther?
Scyther is weak to , Fire, Electric and Ice moves, and doubly weak to Rock moves.
The best counter to Scyther is Mega Diancie with Rock Throw and Rock Slide, followed by Mega Tyranitar, Mega Aerodactyl and Rampardos.
The top Scyther counters, ranked by the damage each Pokémon and moveset does to it. Filter the list to see how your own Pokémon compare.
| Pokémon | Moveset | Effective damage |
|---|---|---|
| Mega Diancie | 100% | |
| Mega Diancie | 98% | |
| Mega Tyranitar | 88% | |
| Mega Aerodactyl | 86% | |
| Rampardos | 85% | |
| Mega Rayquaza | 85% | |
| Glimmora | 85% | |
| Glimmora | 81% | |
| Tyrantrum | 79% | |
| Mega Aerodactyl | 78% |
These moves are calculated using type advantages / disadvantages, and including STAB. Click here for more info »
Stats & IVs
Base stats
| Attack |
|
218 |
| Defense |
|
170 |
| Stamina |
|
172 |
Max HP
| Level 40 | 147 |
Size
| Height | 1.5 m |
| Weight | 56 kg |
Other
| Base capture rate | 0% |
| Base flee rate | 0% |
| Buddy walk distance | 5 km |
Max CP
|
Level 15 Research encounters |
1,160 |
|
Level 20 Max hatched / raids |
1,546 |
|
Level 30 Max wild |
2,320 |
|
Level 40 |
2,706 |
|
Level 50 |
3,060 |
Max CP with weather boost
| Level 25 (raids) | 1,933 |
| Level 35 (wild) | 2,513 |