Scyther

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Scyther is a Bug/Flying type Pokémon introduced in Generation 1. Scyther is a green, insectoid Pokémon. It has large, blade-like forearms, a pair of wings on its back, and it stands on two clawed feet. Its head is topped with a pointed crest. Scyther's design is primarily inspired by a praying mantis. Scyther is unusual in that it has two evolutions spread across different generations. From Gold/Silver onward it can evolve into Scizor, and in Legends: Arceus a new evolution Kleavor was introduced. Each evolution changes its type, replacing Flying with Steel and Rock respectively. All three Pokémon also have the same base stat total of 500, however the distribution between the individual stats (Attack, Defense and so on) changes around.

Scyther Pokédex Data

Species

Mantis Pokémon

Height

1.5 m (4′11″)

Weight

56 kg (123.5 lbs)

Catch rate

45 (5.9%)

Base friendship

Base Exp.

100

EV yield

1 Atk

Growth rate

Medium Fast

Egg cycles

25 (6,169–6,425 steps)

Gender ratio

♂ 50% / ♀ 50%

Egg groups

Bug

Scyther Abilities

Swarm Technician Steadfast (hidden)

Scyther Base Stats

70250–344

Attack

110202–350

Defense

80148–284

Sp. Atk

55103–229

Sp. Def

80148–284

Speed

105193–339

Total500

Min–Max at Lv. 100

Scyther Type Matchups

rock ×4 fire ×2 electric ×2 ice ×2 flying ×2 bug ×0.5 grass ×0.25 fighting ×0.25 ground ×0

Scyther Evolution Chain

#123Scyther

BugFlying

trade holding Metal Coat

use Black Augurite

Scyther Moves

Moves learnt by level up

Lv.	Move	Type	Power	Cat.	Acc.	PP
1	Quick Attack	Normal	1	physical	40%	100
17	Leer	Normal	17	status	100%	100
20	Focus Energy	Normal	20	status	-	30
24	Double Team	Normal	24	status	-	15
29	Slash	Normal	29	physical	70%	100
35	Swords Dance	Normal	35	status	-	20
42	Agility	Psychic	42	status	-	30

Moves learnt by HM

HM	Move	Type	Power	Cat.	Acc.	PP
01	Cut	Normal	1	physical	50%	95
03	Swords Dance	Normal	3	status	-	20
06	Toxic	Poison	6	status	90%	85
09	Take Down	Normal	9	physical	90%	85
10	Double-Edge	Normal	10	physical	100%	100
15	Hyper Beam	Normal	15	physical	150%	90
20	Rage	Normal	20	physical	20%	100
31	Mimic	Normal	31	status	-	100
32	Double Team	Normal	32	status	-	15
34	Bide	Normal	34	physical	-	10
39	Swift	Normal	39	physical	60%	20
40	Skull Bash	Normal	40	physical	100%	100
44	Rest	Psychic	44	status	-	5
50	Substitute	Normal	50	status	-	10

Scyther Pokédex Entries

Red, Blue:With ninja-like agility and speed, it can create the illusion that there is more than one.
Yellow:Leaps out of tall grass and slices prey with its scythes. The movement looks like that of a ninja.
Gold:It slashes through grass with its sharp scythes, moving too fast for the human eye to track.
Silver:When it moves, it leaves only a blur. If it hides in grass, its protective colors make it invisible.
Crystal:It’s very proud of its speed. It moves so fast that its opponent does not even know what knocked it down.
Ruby, Sapphire: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.
FireRed:It tears and shreds prey with its wickedly sharp scythes. It very rarely spreads its wings to fly.
LeafGreen:With ninja-like agility and speed, it can create the illusion that there is more than one of itself.
Emerald:Its blindingly fast speed adds to the sharpness of its twin forearm scythes. The scythes can slice through thick logs in one wicked stroke.
Diamond, Pearl:It is nearly impossible to parry its attacking scythes. Its movements are like a ninja’s.
Platinum:The sharp scythes on its forearms become increasingly sharp by cutting through hard objects.
HeartGold:It slashes through grass with its sharp scythes, moving too fast for the human eye to track.
SoulSilver:When it moves, it leaves only a blur. If it hides in grass, its protective coloration makes it invisible.
Black, White, Black 2, White 2:The sharp scythes on its forearms become increasingly sharp by cutting through hard objects.
X:It tears and shreds prey with its wickedly sharp scythes. It very rarely spreads its wings to fly.
Y:It slashes through grass with its sharp scythes, moving too fast for the human eye to track.
Omega Ruby, Alpha Sapphire: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.
Sun:It confuses its prey with its quick, ninja-like movements. Then, in an instant, it cleaves them with its scythes.
Moon:While young, they live together deep in the mountains, training themselves in how to fight with their scythes and move at high speeds.
Ultra Sun:Its two sharp scythes are more than just weapons. It uses them with dexterity to dress its prey before eating.
Ultra Moon:Some call it a ninja. Its movements, imperceptibly quick, are sufficient to cleave the air in two. It’s very popular in Alola.
Let's Go Pikachu, Let's Go Eevee:Leaps out of tall grass and slices prey with its scythes. The movement looks like that of a ninja.
Sword:As Scyther fights more and more battles, its scythes become sharper and sharper. With a single slice, Scyther can fell a massive tree.
Shield:If you come across an area in a forest where a lot of the trees have been cut down, what you’ve found is a Scyther’s territory.
Brilliant Diamond, Shining Pearl:It is nearly impossible to parry its attacking scythes. Its movements are like a ninja’s.
Legends: Arceus:The large, wickedly sharp scythes on its forearms are truly fearsome weapons. Prey’s attempts to flee are unfailingly thwarted by this Pokémon’s nimble motions.
Scarlet:It slashes through grass with its sharp scythes, moving too fast for the human eye to track.
Violet:The sharp scythes on its forearms become increasingly sharp by cutting through hard objects.