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Shadow Scyther

Shadow Scyther (Shadow)Bug Flying
  • rain
  • windy
Shadow Scyther is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon

Shadow Scyther is a Bug and Flying-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 2,706 CP and is weak to Rock, Electric, Fire, Flying, and Ice-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Fury Cutter / Bug Buzz. It is boosted by Rain and Windy weather. Its shiny form is available.

Shadow Scyther Stats and Max CP

218 ATK
170 DEF
172 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
3060 CP
Lvl 40
2706 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
1933 CP
Lvl 20 Raids
1546 CP
Lvl 15 Research
1160 CP

Shadow Scyther's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis

Read meta analysis

Shadow Scyther PvE Analysis

Recommended moves

⚔️ Raids

Shadow Scyther is a bug and flying-type Pokémon. Despite having an evolution, Shadow Scyther itself is a solid raid attacker. This is because Scyther shares a very similar stat pool with its evolutions, just with a different typing. As such, Shadow Scyther is an excellent bug-type raid attacker with the move combination of Fury Cutter and X-Scissor. As a flying-type raid attacker, though, Shadow Scyther shouldn’t be your first choice. However, if you’re lacking in options, you can still potentially use Shadow Scyther with a move combination of Air Slash and Aerial Ace. As a bug-type raid attacker, Shadow Scyther is strong against grass, psychic, and dark-type Pokémon. Whereas, as a flying-type raid attacker, Shadow Scyther is strong against fighting, bug, and grass-type Pokémon.

Shadow Scyther PvP Analysis

Recommended moves

Unfortunately, PvP is where Shadow Scyther pales in comparison to its evolution. One of the main reasons for this is Shadow Scyther’s bug and flying typing, which is not the best defensively, as it leaves Scyther weak to multiple popular types in most metas. Not only that, Shadow Scyther is pretty attack weighted, which is something its evolution, Scizor, leans further into to do more damage with an identical moveset.

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
Not ranked
BugBug-type
#18
FlyingFlying-type
#48
Great LeagueGreat League
#584
Ultra LeagueUltra League
#452

Shadow Scyther Type Chart

Shadow Scyther takes increased damage from:Shadow Scyther takes increased damage from:

RockRock256.0%
ElectricElectric160.0%
FireFire160.0%
FlyingFlying160.0%
IceIce160.0%

Shadow Scyther takes reduced damage from:Shadow Scyther takes reduced damage from:

GroundGround24.4%
FightingFighting39.1%
GrassGrass39.1%
BugBug62.5%

Shadow Scyther best moveset

Moves

Fury Cutter + Bug Buzz

Bug
BugFury Cutter
BugBug Buzz
Shadow Scyther's best Bug-type moveset is Fury Cutter / Bug Buzz, with 14.87 DPS and 225.7 TDO. These moves are boosted by Rain weather. Shadow Scyther ranks #18 (A Tier) as a Bug attacker with that moveset.
1.BugFury CutterBugBug Buzz12.8014.87225.7
2.BugFury CutterBugX-Scissor12.5814.61221.8
3.FlyingAir SlashBugBug Buzz12.2114.18215.2
4.SteelSteel WingBugBug Buzz12.0714.01212.7
5.FlyingAir SlashBugX-Scissor12.0614.01212.6
6.SteelSteel WingBugX-Scissor11.9013.83209.8
7.BugFury CutterFlyingAerial Ace11.3013.13199.3
8.FlyingAir SlashFlyingAerial Ace11.2313.04198.0
1–8 of 18

Fast Attacks

  • BugFury Cutter480.5s
    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
    Damage3
    Energy4

    Effects
    Fury Cutter has no special effects.
    See Fury Cutter details page ↗
  • FlyingAir Slash1281.0s
    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 ↗
  • SteelSteel Wing *1481.0s
    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
    Energy5

    Effects
    Steel Wing has no special effects.
    See Steel Wing details page ↗

Charged Attacks

  • BugX-Scissor45331.5s
    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 ↗
  • BugBug Buzz *95503.5s
    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 Slash45332.0s
    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 25.0%
    See Night Slash details page ↗
  • FlyingAerial Ace55332.5s
    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
    Damage60
    Energy45

    Effects
    Aerial Ace has no special effects.
    See Aerial Ace details page ↗
  • GrassTrailblaze65502.0s
    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 ↗
  • NormalFrustration10332.0s
    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 ↗
Pokédex informationMore information

The following chart shows Shadow Scyther's DPS and TDO for every fast and charged 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 Charged Attacks can only be obtained during special events, or by using an Elite Fast TM or an Elite Charged 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).

Shadow Scyther CP Chart

CP Chart

Shadow Scyther reaches a maximum of 2,706 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 1,414–1,546 CP, rising to 1,768–1,933 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,104–1,160 CP.

Max CPMax CP2706 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 6 (min) to 15 (max). Raid Catches have a 6/6/6 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 6 (min) to 15 (max). Weather boosted Raid Catches have a 6/6/6 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 guaranteed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

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. CP Calculator

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

Pokédex information

Kanto
Pokédex Number#123
Height1.5 m
Weight56 kg
RegionGeneration 1
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance5 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate9%
Catch rewards
Candy3
Stardust100
Additional Move Cost
Candy75
Stardust75000
Mega Energy reward
For walking as a Buddy
Candy25 Mega Energy

Evolution Chart

PokémonRequiresEvolution
ScytherScyther
  • 50 Candy50 Candy
  • Special Item: Metal Coat
ScizorScizor
ScizorScizor
  • 200 / 40 Energy (Mega Evolution)200 / 40 Energy (Mega Evolution)
Mega Scizor (Mega)Mega Scizor
  • Scyther evolves into Scizor which costs 50 Candy. You need to use a Metal Coat to evolve.
  • Scizor can transform into Mega Scizor through Mega Evolution. This costs 200 energy the first time and 40 energy each subsequent time.
How to purify Shadow Scyther
Purification cost5 Candy
5000 Stardust
Shadow Charged AttackNormalFrustration
Purified Charged AttackNormalReturn

Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Scyther

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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.

Power-up costs

StardustCandyCandy XL
LVL 50624,000 Stardust406 Shadow Scyther Candy360 Shadow Scyther Candy XL
LVL 40336,000 Stardust406 Shadow Scyther Candy12 Shadow Scyther Candy XL
LVL 35228,000 Stardust274 Shadow Scyther Candy-
LVL 30150,000 Stardust185 Shadow Scyther Candy-
LVL 2596,000 Stardust136 Shadow Scyther Candy-
LVL 2057,000 Stardust97 Shadow Scyther Candy-
LVL 1530,600 Stardust67 Shadow Scyther Candy-
LVL 1013,200 Stardust38 Shadow Scyther Candy-
LVL 53,600 Stardust18 Shadow Scyther Candy-

Shadow Scyther Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Shadow Scyther from Level 1 to Level 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, and 50. It will cost you 624,000 Stardust, 406 Candy, and 360 Candy XL to fully power up Shadow Scyther in Pokémon GO.

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Shadow Scyther family

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

ScytherScyther
ScizorScizor
KleavorKleavor
Mega Scizor (Mega)Mega Scizor
Shadow Scyther (Shadow)Shadow Scyther
Shadow Scizor (Shadow)Shadow Scizor

Size information

No size information available for this Pokémon

Encounter data

Movement typeMOVEMENT_HOVERING
Movement Timer14s
Jump Time1s
Attack Probability70.0%
Attack Timer5s
Dodge Probability20.0%
Dodge Duration0.0s
Dodge Distance1
Min Action Frequency1s
Max Action Frequency2s

Sprites

Photobomb

Regular and Shiny Shadow Scyther

Shadow Scyther high resolution sprites

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

Official artwork

Shadow Scyther Pokémon GO

Wallpaper

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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 14.87 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 225.696.

How does Shadow Scyther perform in Raids?

Shadow Scyther's Raid attacker tier is currently not known, has no viable moves, or it is too low to be ranked.

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

Shadow Scyther is a solid A-Tier Bug-type attacker, ranking at number #18. It is reliable in many situations but not the absolute best.

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

Shadow Scyther is a C-Tier Flying-type attacker, ranking at number #48. 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 Charizard Y, Mega Pidgeot, Mega Pinsir, Mega Aerodactyl, Mega Dragonite, Mega Skarmory, Mega Salamence, Mega Rayquaza, and Mega Staraptor.

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.