Scyther

Official artwork of ScytherBug Flying Shiny Pokémon icon

Scyther is a Bug and Flying-type Pokémon with a Max CP of 3060 in Pokémon GO. Scyther's best moveset is Fury Cutter and Bug Buzz. It is weather boosted by Rain and Windy weather, and it was originally found in the Kanto region. Shiny Scyther is available in Pokémon GO.

Scyther is weak to Rock, Electric, Fire, Flying, and Ice-type moves. It takes reduced damage from Bug, Fighting, Grass, and Ground-type moves.

Stats

Max CP3060 CP
Attack218 ATK
Defense170 DEF
Stamina172 STA
Weather Boost
  • rainRain
  • windyWindy
ReleasedYes Yes
Shiny releasedScyther can be Shiny in Pokémon GO Yes
Buddy distance5 km
Pokédex informationPokédex information
Pokédex Number#123
Height1.5 m
Weight56 kg
RegionKanto Generation 1
Can be tradedAllowed
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Catch Rate20%
Base Flee Rate0%
Catch rewards
3 Candy
100 Stardust
Additional Move Cost
75 Candy
75000 Candy
Mega Energy reward
For walking as a Buddy
25 Mega Energy

Scyther type chart

Takes increased damage
RockRock256.0%
ElectricElectric160.0%
FireFire160.0%
FlyingFlying160.0%
IceIce160.0%
Takes decreased damage
GroundGround24.4%
FightingFighting39.1%
GrassGrass39.1%
BugBug62.5%

Type chart shows the percentage (%) of damage taken from an incoming attack of a particular type.

Scyther's best moves and movesets

Moves

Scyther's best moveset is Fury Cutter and Bug Buzz, with 14.09 DPS (damage per second) and 338.2 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Rain weather. You need an Elite Charge TM to teach Scyther Bug Buzz.

Best Scyther moves
DPS14.09
TDO338.18
Score26.8
Weather Boost
  • rain
Pro tip by Professor WillowIf you are unable to get Scyther with its best moveset, we recommend to use Fury Cutter/X-Scissor. You will lose around 4.8% DPS and TDO, which makes these moves a viable alternative to Scyther's strongest moveset (Fury Cutter/Bug Buzz).

Scyther moves comparison

The following chart shows Scyther's DPS and TDO for every fast and charge attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Scyther's movesets. You can change the weather and the opposing Pokémon to see how it affects the rankings.

      #
      Fast Attack
      Charged Attack
      DPS
      TDO
      Score 🔽
      1.BugFury Cutter BugBug Buzz *14.09338.226.8
      2.BugFury Cutter BugX-Scissor 13.41322.025.5
      3.FlyingAir Slash BugBug Buzz *13.28318.925.2
      4.SteelSteel Wing *BugBug Buzz *13.26318.325.2
      5.FlyingAir Slash BugX-Scissor 12.67304.324.1
      6.SteelSteel Wing *BugX-Scissor 12.67304.224.1
      7.BugFury Cutter FlyingAerial Ace 12.58302.123.9
      8.BugFury Cutter GrassTrailblaze 12.34296.223.3
      9.SteelSteel Wing *FlyingAerial Ace 12.17292.122.8
      10.FlyingAir Slash FlyingAerial Ace 12.14291.622.7
      11.SteelSteel Wing *GrassTrailblaze 11.85284.521.9
      12.FlyingAir Slash GrassTrailblaze 11.81283.621.8
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      Fast Attacks

      • BugFury Cutter3Damage6Energy
        Toggle more information for move: Fury Cutter
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • GrassGrass
          • PsychicPsychic
          • DarkDark
        • 62.5%
          • FightingFighting
          • FlyingFlying
          • PoisonPoison
          • GhostGhost
          • SteelSteel
          • FireFire
          • FairyFairy
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage3
        Energy6
        Weather boost
        • rainRain
        Duration0.4s
        Damage window0.1s - 0.4s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage2
        Energy4

        Effects
        Fury Cutter has no special effects.
        See Fury Cutter details page ↗
      • SteelSteel Wing *11Damage6Energy
        Toggle more information for move: Steel Wing
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • RockRock
          • IceIce
          • FairyFairy
        • 62.5%
          • SteelSteel
          • FireFire
          • WaterWater
          • ElectricElectric
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage11
        Energy6
        Weather boost
        • snowSnow
        Duration0.8s
        Damage window0.5s - 0.8s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage7
        Energy7

        Effects
        Steel Wing has no special effects.
        See Steel Wing details page ↗
      • FlyingAir Slash14Damage10Energy
        Toggle more information for move: Air Slash
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • FightingFighting
          • BugBug
          • GrassGrass
        • 62.5%
          • RockRock
          • SteelSteel
          • ElectricElectric
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage14
        Energy10
        Weather boost
        • windyWindy
        Duration1.2s
        Damage window1.0s - 1.2s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage9
        Energy9

        Effects
        Air Slash has no special effects.
        See Air Slash details page ↗

      Charged Moves

      • FlyingAerial Ace55Damage33Energy
        Toggle more information for move: Aerial Ace
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • FightingFighting
          • BugBug
          • GrassGrass
        • 62.5%
          • RockRock
          • SteelSteel
          • ElectricElectric
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage55
        Energy33
        Weather boost
        • windyWindy
        Duration2.4s
        Damage window1.9s - 2.2s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage55
        Energy40

        Effects
        Aerial Ace has no special effects.
        See Aerial Ace details page ↗
      • BugBug Buzz *100Damage50Energy
        Toggle more information for move: Bug Buzz
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • GrassGrass
          • PsychicPsychic
          • DarkDark
        • 62.5%
          • FightingFighting
          • FlyingFlying
          • PoisonPoison
          • GhostGhost
          • SteelSteel
          • FireFire
          • FairyFairy
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage100
        Energy50
        Weather boost
        • rainRain
        Duration3.7s
        Damage window2.0s - 3.1s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage100
        Energy60

        Effects
        Special effectsSpecial

        Bug Buzz has a 30.0% chance to:

        • Decrease Target's Defense by 20.0%
        See Bug Buzz details page ↗
      • DarkNight Slash50Damage33Energy
        Toggle more information for move: Night Slash
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • GhostGhost
          • PsychicPsychic
        • 62.5%
          • FightingFighting
          • DarkDark
          • FairyFairy
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage50
        Energy33
        Weather boost
        • fogFog
        Duration2.2s
        Damage window1.3s - 2.0s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage50
        Energy35

        Effects
        Special effectsSpecial

        Night Slash has a 12.5% chance to:

        • Increase User's Attack by 50.0%
        See Night Slash details page ↗
      • BugX-Scissor45Damage33Energy
        Toggle more information for move: X-Scissor
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • GrassGrass
          • PsychicPsychic
          • DarkDark
        • 62.5%
          • FightingFighting
          • FlyingFlying
          • PoisonPoison
          • GhostGhost
          • SteelSteel
          • FireFire
          • FairyFairy
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage45
        Energy33
        Weather boost
        • rainRain
        Duration1.6s
        Damage window1.2s - 1.4s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage65
        Energy40

        Effects
        X-Scissor has no special effects.
        See X-Scissor details page ↗
      • GrassTrailblaze65Damage50Energy
        Toggle more information for move: Trailblaze
        Type effectiveness chart
        • 160.0%
          • GroundGround
          • RockRock
          • WaterWater
        • 62.5%
          • FlyingFlying
          • PoisonPoison
          • BugBug
          • SteelSteel
          • FireFire
          • GrassGrass
          • DragonDragon
        Gym and Raid Battles
        Damage65
        Energy50
        Weather boost
        • sunnySunny
        Duration2.0s
        Damage window1.2s - 1.9s
        Trainer Battles
        Damage65
        Energy50

        Effects
        Special effectsSpecial

        Trailblaze has a 100.0% chance to:

        • Increase User's Attack by 25.0%
        See Trailblaze details page ↗
      Legacy Elite Fast and Charge Attacks can only be obtained during special events, or by using an Elite Fast TM or an Elite Charge TM. Legacy moves are marked with an asterisk (*). The table above provides information on different moves Scyther has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

      Scyther Special CP Values

      CP Chart

      Max CP values in Raids, Eggs, Field Research

      Scyther's Max CP is at Level 50. Scyther Combat Power values in Pokémon GO Raids, Eggs, and Field Research encounter can be found below.

      Max CPMax CP3060 CP
      Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
      Field ResearchResearch1104 CP - 1160 CP
      Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
      Pokémon EggEggs1472 CP - 1546 CP
      Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
      Raid catchRaids1472 CP - 1546 CP
      Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
      Raid catchRaidsWeather Boost
      • rainRain
      • windyWindy
      1841 CP - 1933 CP
      Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
      InfoMore information
      • Field and Special Research encounters are always Level 15. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Field Research encounters have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
      • Pokémon hatched from Eggs are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Egg Hatches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
      • Raid Bosses caught without weather boost are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
        • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
      • Raid Bosses caught with weather boost are always Level 25. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Weather boosted Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
        • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
      • Wild encounters range from Level 1 to Level 30 Pokémon. Their IVs range from 0 (min) to 15 (max) for each stat.
      • Weather Boosted wild Pokémon encounters get a 5 Level boost, bringing their Level range to Level 6 to Level 35. In addition, they have a guaraneed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

      Scyther Max CP Chart

      CP Chart

      Max Combat Power per Level chart

      Scyther Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50.

      LVLCPLVLCPLVLCP
      138 CP2119 CP3201 CP
      4283 CP5365 CP6446 CP
      7528 CP8610 CP9691 CP
      10773 CP11850 CP12928 CP
      131005 CP141082 CP151160 CP
      161237 CP171314 CP181392 CP
      191469 CP201546 CP211624 CP
      221701 CP231778 CP241856 CP
      251933 CP262010 CP272088 CP
      282165 CP292242 CP302320 CP
      312358 CP322397 CP332436 CP
      342474 CP352513 CP362552 CP
      372590 CP382629 CP392668 CP
      402706 CP412741 CP422775 CP
      432810 CP442845 CP452880 CP
      462916 CP472951 CP482987 CP
      493023 CP503060 CP

      Scyther evolution chart

      Family
      PokémonRequiresEvolution
      Thumbnail image of ScytherScyther
      • Candy Icon50 Candy
      • Special Item: Metal Coat
      Thumbnail image of ScizorScizor
      Thumbnail image of ScizorScizor
      • Mega Evolution Icon200 / 40 Mega Energy
      Mega Pokemon BackgroundThumbnail image of Mega ScizorMega Pokémon iconMega Scizor
      • Scyther evolves into Scizor which costs 50 Candy. You need to use a Metal Coat to evolve.
      • Scizor can Mega evolve into Mega Scizor. Evolving Mega Scizor costs 200 Mega energy the first time, and 40 energy every other time.

      Mega Pokémon that boost Scyther

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      A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Scyther's Bug and Flying-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Scyther.

      Mega Pokemon BackgroundThumbnail image of Mega BeedrillMega Pokémon iconMega Beedrill
      BugPoison
      Mega Pokemon BackgroundThumbnail image of Mega PidgeotMega Pokémon iconMega Pidgeot
      NormalFlying
      Mega Pokemon BackgroundThumbnail image of Mega PinsirMega Pokémon iconMega Pinsir
      BugFlying
      Mega Pokemon BackgroundThumbnail image of Mega AerodactylMega Pokémon iconMega Aerodactyl
      RockFlying
      Mega Pokemon BackgroundThumbnail image of Mega ScizorMega Pokémon iconMega Scizor
      BugSteel
      Mega Pokemon BackgroundThumbnail image of Mega SalamenceMega Pokémon iconMega Salamence
      DragonFlying
      Mega Pokemon BackgroundThumbnail image of Mega RayquazaMega Pokémon iconMega Rayquaza
      DragonFlying
      Pokédex informationMore information

      Mega and Primal Raid BonusMega Pokémon boost the attack power of all other Pokémon when battling in Raid Battles by 10%. Attacks that share their type with the Mega Pokémon's type(s) receive a 30% boost. However, these bonuses do not stack if there are multiple Mega-Evolved Pokémon battling simultaneously; only the higher boost will be applied.

      Mega and Primal Catch BonusWhile a Pokémon is Mega-Evolved, additional XP and Candy is granted when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it, or for any raid boss caught. These do not stack with each other. Additionally, High and Max Level Mega-Evolved Pokémon grant an increased chance to obtain Candy XL when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it.

      Note on Primal Kyogre and Groudon
      • Primal Kyogre boosts Water-, Electric- and Bug-type attacks and Pokémon.
      • Primal Groudon boosts Fire-, Grass- and Ground-type attacks and Pokémon.

      Scyther Catch Rates

      Catch Rates

      The base catch rate for Scyther in Pokémon GO is 24.03%, calculated for catching a Level 20 with no berries. Curved Great throw has a 50.38% chance to catch, and adding a Razz Berry raises that to 65.04%.

      CogConfigure
                NormalNiceGreatExcellent
                No Berry
                -24.03%27.09%33.78%39.85%
                Curve37.32%41.56%50.38%57.86%
                Razz BerryRazz Berry
                -33.78%37.75%46.11%53.35%
                Curve50.38%55.33%65.04%72.65%
                Silver Pinap BerrySilver Pinap Berry
                - 39.02%43.38%52.38%59.95%
                Curve56.87%61.98%71.67%78.89%
                Golden Razz BerryGolden Razz Berry
                - 49.69%54.62%64.32%71.94%
                Curve68.90%73.89%82.65%88.47%
                InfoMore information

                Catch probability with multiple throws

                In order to help Trainers understand their overall odds when catching Scyther, we enable the functionality to showing the total chance to catch it depending on the number of available throws. We calculate this chance as if you repeated the same throw N-number of times.

                To activate this functionality, change the number of Number of throws to a value greater than 1. The Number of throws option is available in the configuration options above the chart

                Catch rate formula

                Pokémon GO catch rate formula can be expressed as follows:

                • CATCH_MULTIPLIERS = ball * curve * berry * throwType * (type1Medal + type2Medal / 2)
                • CATCH_RATE = 1 - Math.pow(1 - baseCatchRate / (2 * cpm), CATCH_MULTIPLIERS)

                There are different multipliers that come into play when calculating catch rate.

                Curved throws are more effective than regular throws, stronger types of Poké Ball have a higher catch rate, and using a Razz Berry or a Golden Razz Berry also improves your chances.

                Catch rate multipliers

                The following table shows all the different catch rate multipliers in Pokémon GO:

                MultiplierAmount
                Razz Berry1.5
                Silver Pinap Berry1.8
                Golden Razz Berry2.5
                Curveball1.7
                Nice Throw1.15
                Great Throw1.5
                Excellent Throw1.85
                PokéBall1.0
                Premier Ball1.0
                Great Ball1.5
                Ultra Ball2.0
                Bronze medal1.1
                Silver medal1.2
                Gold medal1.3

                List of Scyther costumes

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                A list of Scyther costumes available in Pokémon GO.

                No costume sprites available

                Scyther high resolution sprites

                Photobomb

                A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Scyther. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.

                Scyther Pokédex entries

                Kanto
                VersionsPokédex entry
                Red, BlueWith ninja-like agility and speed, it can create the illusion that there is more than one.
                YellowLeaps out of tall grass and slices prey with its scythes. The move­ ment looks like that of a ninja.
                GoldIt slashes through grass with its sharp scythes, moving too fast for the human eye to track.
                SilverWhen it moves, it leaves only a blur. If it hides in grass, its pro­ tective colors make it invisible.
                CrystalIt's very proud of its speed. It moves so fast that its opponent does not even know what knocked it down.
                Ruby, SapphireSCYTHER 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.
                EmeraldIts blindingly fast speed adds to the sharpness of its twin forearm scythes. The scythes can slice through thick logs in one wicked stroke.
                FireRedIt tears and shreds prey with its wickedly sharp scythes. It very rarely spreads its wings to fly.
                LeafGreenWith ninja-like agility and speed, it can create the illusion that there is more than one of itself.
                Diamond, PearlIt is nearly impossible to parry its attacking scythes. Its movements are like a ninja’s.
                Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2The sharp scythes on its forearms become increasingly sharp by cutting through hard objects.
                HeartGoldIt slashes through grass with its sharp scythes, moving too fast for the human eye to track.
                SoulSilverWhen it moves, it leaves only a blur. If it hides in grass, its protective coloration makes it invisible.
                XIt tears and shreds prey with its wickedly sharp scythes. It very rarely spreads its wings to fly.
                YIt slashes through grass with its sharp scythes, moving too fast for the human eye to track.
                Omega RubyScyther 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.
                Alpha SapphireScyther 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.
                SunIt confuses its prey with its quick, ninja-like movements. Then, in an instant, it cleaves them with its scythes.
                MoonWhile young, they live together deep in the mountains, training themselves in how to fight with their scythes and move at high speeds.
                Ultra SunIts two sharp scythes are more than just weapons. It uses them with dexterity to dress its prey before eating.
                Ultra MoonSome 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.
                SwordAs Scyther fights more and more battles, its scythes become sharper and sharper. With a single slice, Scyther can fell a massive tree.
                ShieldIf 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.
                Legends: ArceusThe 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.