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    Shadow Scyther

    Shadow Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Shadow ScytherBug Flying
    • rain
    • windy
    Shadow Scyther is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
    Table of Contents

    Shadow Scyther is a Bug and Flying-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. As a Bug and Flying-type Pokémon, Shadow Scyther is especially weak against Rock-type moves, and weak against Electric, Fire, Flying, and Ice-type moves.

    Shadow Scyther's maximum Combat Power stat is 3060 CP, and its best Pokémon GO moves are Fury Cutter and Bug Buzz. Shadow Scyther encounters are boosted during Rain and Windy weather. Shiny Shadow Scyther is available! ✨

    StatsStats

    Max CP3060 CP
    Attack218 ATK
    Defense170 DEF
    Stamina172 HP
    Buddy distance5 km
    ReleasedYes
    Shiny releasedYes

    Shadow Scyther Type Chart

    Shadow Scyther takes increased damage from:Shadow Scyther takes increased damage from:
    +156.0%
    • Rock
    +60.0%
    • Electric
    • Fire
    • Flying
    • Ice
    Shadow Scyther takes reduced damage from:Shadow Scyther takes reduced damage from:
    -37.5%
    • Bug
    -60.9%
    • Fighting
    • Grass
    -75.6%
    • Ground

    Shadow Scyther's Tier Ranking

    Raid AttackerRaid AttackerF TierExternal Link#286
    Gym DefenderGym DefenderNot ranked
    Bug Bug-type Attacker
    Fury Cutter / Bug Buzz    		A+ TierExternal Link#14
    Flying Flying-type Attacker
    Air Slash / Aerial Ace    		C TierExternal Link#41

    Shadow Scyther's best moves and movesets

    Moves
    Shadow Scyther's best moveset is Fury Cutter and Bug Buzz, with 15.23 DPS (damage per second) and 180.4 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Rain weather. You need an Elite Charge TM to teach Shadow Scyther Bug Buzz.
    • DPS15.23
    • TDO180.41
    • Weather
      • rain
        #
        Fast Attack
        Charged Attack
        DPS
        TDO
        Score 🔽
        1.BugFury Cutter BugBug Buzz *15.23180.426.0
        2.BugFury Cutter BugX-Scissor 15.04178.225.7
        3.FlyingAir Slash BugBug Buzz *14.48171.624.7
        4.FlyingAir Slash BugX-Scissor 14.41170.724.6
        5.SteelSteel Wing *BugBug Buzz *14.31169.524.4
        6.SteelSteel Wing *BugX-Scissor 14.22168.424.2
        7.BugFury Cutter FlyingAerial Ace 13.54160.423.1
        8.FlyingAir Slash FlyingAerial Ace 13.45159.422.9
        1 of 3
        Pokédex informationMore information

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

        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 Shadow Scyther has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

        Fast Attacks

        • BugFury CutterDamage4Energy8Duration0.5s
          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
          Damage4
          Energy8
          Weather boost
          • rainRain
          Duration0.5s
          Damage window0.2s - 0.5s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage2
          Energy4

          Effects
          Fury Cutter has no special effects.
          See Fury Cutter details page ↗
        • SteelSteel Wing *Damage14Energy8Duration1.0s
          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
          Damage14
          Energy8
          Weather boost
          • snowSnow
          Duration1.0s
          Damage window0.7s - 1.0s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage7
          Energy6

          Effects
          Steel Wing has no special effects.
          See Steel Wing details page ↗
        • FlyingAir SlashDamage12Energy8Duration1.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Air Slash
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • FightingFighting
            • BugBug
            • GrassGrass
          • 62.5%
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
            • ElectricElectric
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage12
          Energy8
          Weather boost
          • windyWindy
          Duration1.0s
          Damage window0.8s - 1.0s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage9
          Energy9

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

        Charged Moves

        • FlyingAerial AceDamage55Energy33Duration2.5s
          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
          Duration2.5s
          Damage window2.0s - 2.3s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage55
          Energy40

          Effects
          Aerial Ace has no special effects.
          See Aerial Ace details page ↗
        • BugBug Buzz *Damage95Energy50Duration3.5s
          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
          Damage95
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • rainRain
          Duration3.5s
          Damage window1.8s - 2.9s
          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 SlashDamage45Energy33Duration2.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Night Slash
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • GhostGhost
            • PsychicPsychic
          • 62.5%
            • FightingFighting
            • DarkDark
            • FairyFairy
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage45
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • fogFog
          Duration2.0s
          Damage window1.1s - 1.8s
          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-ScissorDamage45Energy33Duration1.5s
          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
          Duration1.5s
          Damage window1.1s - 1.3s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage65
          Energy40

          Effects
          X-Scissor has no special effects.
          See X-Scissor details page ↗
        • NormalFrustrationDamage10Energy33Duration2.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Frustration
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 62.5%
            • RockRock
            • SteelSteel
          • 39.1%
            • GhostGhost
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage10
          Energy33
          Weather boost
          • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
          Duration2.0s
          Damage window1.0s - 1.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage10
          Energy70

          Effects
          Frustration has no special effects.
          See Frustration details page ↗
        • GrassTrailblazeDamage65Energy50Duration2.0s
          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
          Energy45

          Effects
          Special effectsSpecial

          Trailblaze has a 100.0% chance to:

          • Increase User's Attack by 25.0%
          See Trailblaze details page ↗

        Special CP Values

        CP Chart

        Shadow Scyther's has 3060 max CP (at Level 50). A Shadow Scyther obtained from Raids can be encountered from 1414 CP to 1546 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 1768 CP to 1933 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Shadow Scyther can be found in the 1104 CP to 1160 CP range.

        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 catchRaids1414 CP - 1546 CP
        Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
        1768 CP - 1933 CP
        Weather boosted, Level 25, 6/6/6 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.

        Max CP Chart

        CP Chart

        Max Combat Power per Level chart

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

        LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
        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

        Shadow Scyther evolution chart

        Family
        PokémonRequiresEvolution
        Thumbnail image of ScytherScyther
        • 50 Candy50 Candy
        • Special Item: Metal Coat
        		Thumbnail image of ScizorScizor
        Thumbnail image of ScizorScizor
        • 200 / 40 Mega Energy200 / 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.

        Shadow Scyther family

        A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Shadow Scyther in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.

        Official artwork of ScytherScyther
        Official artwork of ScizorScizor
        Official artwork of KleavorKleavor
        Mega Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Mega ScizorMega Scizor
        Shadow Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Shadow ScytherShadow Scyther
        Shadow Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Shadow ScizorShadow Scizor

        Shadow Scyther in the meta

        Shadow Scyther in the meta

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        Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Scyther

        Photobomb

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

        Bug Bug

        Flying Flying

        Pokédex informationMore information

        Mega and Primal Raid Bonus –Mega 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 Bonus –While 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, Primal Groudon, and Mega Rayquaza
        • Primal Kyogre boosts Water-, Electric- and Bug-type attacks and Pokémon.
        • Primal Groudon boosts Fire-, Grass- and Ground-type attacks and Pokémon.
        • Mega Rayquaza boosts Flying-, Dragon- and Psychic-type attacks and Pokémon.

        Catch Rates

        Catch Rates

        The base catch rate for Shadow Scyther in Pokémon GO is 25.11%, calculated for catching a Level 20 with no berries. Curved Great throw has a 52.16% chance to catch, and adding a Razz Berry raises that to 66.91%.

        CogConfigure
                  NormalNiceGreatExcellent
                  No Berry
                  		-25.11%28.29%35.19%41.43%
                  Curve38.83%43.18%52.16%59.72%
                  Razz BerryRazz Berry
                  		-35.19%39.27%47.82%55.17%
                  Curve52.16%57.17%66.91%74.44%
                  Silver Pinap BerrySilver Pinap Berry
                  		- 40.57%45.04%54.19%61.82%
                  Curve58.72%63.85%73.48%80.54%
                  Golden Razz BerryGolden Razz Berry
                  		- 51.46%56.45%66.18%73.74%
                  Curve70.74%75.66%84.17%89.70%
                  InfoMore information

                  Catch probability with multiple throws

                  In order to help Trainers understand their overall odds when catching Shadow 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

                  Pokédex information

                  Kanto
                  Pokédex Number#123
                  Height1.5 m
                  Weight56 kg
                  RegionGeneration 1
                  Can be tradedAllowed
                  Pokémon Home transferAllowed
                  Base Catch Rate30%
                  Base Flee Rate9%
                  Catch rewards
                  Candy3
                  Stardust100
                  Additional Move Cost
                  Candy75
                  Stardust75000
                  Mega Energy reward
                  For walking as a Buddy
                  Candy25 Mega Energy

                  Size information

                  No size information available for this Pokémon

                  Encounter data

                  No encounter data available

                  How to purify Shadow Scyther

                  Purification cost5 Candy
                  5000 Stardust
                  Shadow Charge MoveNormalFrustration
                  Purified Charge MoveNormalReturn

                  Shadow 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.

                  Frequently Asked Questions

                  What are Shadow Scyther’s strengths and weaknesses?

                  As a Bug and Flying-type Pokémon, Shadow Scyther is especially weak against Rock-type moves, and weak against Electric, Fire, Flying, and Ice-type moves.

                  What are the best moves for Shadow Scyther in Pokémon GO?

                  The best moves for Shadow Scyther in Pokémon GO are Fury Cutter and Bug Buzz. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 15.229 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 180.406.

                  How does Shadow Scyther perform in Raids?

                  Shadow Scyther is not recommended for Raid use.

                  How does Shadow Scyther rank as a Bug-type attacker?

                  Shadow Scyther is an A+ Tier Bug-type attacker, ranking at number #14 and performing very well in most scenarios and a great choice for trainers.

                  How does Shadow Scyther rank as a Flying-type attacker?

                  Shadow Scyther is a C-Tier Flying-type attacker, ranking at number #41. It is recommended only when you lack higher-tier options.

                  What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Scyther?

                  The following Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Scyther: Mega Beedrill, Mega Pinsir, Mega Scizor, Mega Heracross, Primal Kyogre, Mega Pidgeot, Mega Pinsir, Mega Aerodactyl, Mega Salamence, and Mega Rayquaza.

                  What is Shadow Scyther’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?

                  Shadow Scyther’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 2706 CP and 3060 CP at Level 50.

                  Can Shadow Scyther be shiny in Pokémon GO?

                  Shadow Scyther can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

                  Can Shadow Scyther Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

                  Shadow Scyther cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.