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    Mega Scizor

    Mega Pokemon BackgroundOfficial artwork of Mega ScizorBug Steel
    • rain
    • snow
    Mega Scizor is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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    Mega Scizor is a Bug and Steel-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. As a Bug and Steel-type Pokémon, Mega Scizor is especially weak against Fire-type moves.

    Mega Scizor's maximum Combat Power stat is 4621 CP, and its best Pokémon GO moves are Fury Cutter and X-Scissor. Mega Scizor encounters are boosted during Rain and Snow weather. Shiny Mega Scizor is available! ✨

    StatsStats

    Max CP4621 CP
    Attack279 ATK
    Defense250 DEF
    Stamina172 HP
    Buddy distance5 km
    ReleasedYes
    Shiny releasedYes

    Mega Scizor Type Chart

    Mega Scizor takes increased damage from:Mega Scizor takes increased damage from:
    +156.0%
    • Fire
    Mega Scizor takes reduced damage from:Mega Scizor takes reduced damage from:
    -37.5%
    • Bug
    • Dragon
    • Fairy
    • Ice
    • Normal
    • Psychic
    • Steel
    -60.9%
    • Grass
    • Poison

    Mega Scizor's Tier Ranking

    Raid AttackerRaid AttackerA TierExternal Link#84
    Gym DefenderGym DefenderNot ranked
    Bug Bug-type Attacker
    Fury Cutter / X-Scissor    		S TierExternal Link#3
    Steel Steel-type Attacker
    Bullet Punch / Iron Head    		A+ TierExternal Link#16

    Mega Scizor's best moves and movesets

    Moves
    Mega Scizor's best moveset is Fury Cutter and X-Scissor, with 16.17 DPS (damage per second) and 329.3 TDO (total damage output). These moves are boosted by Rain weather.
    • DPS16.17
    • TDO329.28
    • Weather
      • rain
        #
        Fast Attack
        Charged Attack
        DPS
        TDO
        Score 🔽
        1.BugFury Cutter BugX-Scissor 16.17329.331.0
        2.SteelBullet Punch BugX-Scissor 15.39313.429.5
        3.BugFury Cutter SteelIron Head 15.34312.529.4
        4.SteelBullet Punch SteelIron Head 14.64298.128.1
        5.BugFury Cutter GrassTrailblaze 14.31291.527.4
        6.SteelBullet Punch GrassTrailblaze 13.82281.426.5
        7.BugFury Cutter DarkNight Slash 12.39252.423.8
        8.SteelBullet Punch DarkNight Slash 12.33251.023.6
        Pokédex informationMore information

        The following chart shows Mega Scizor's DPS and TDO for every fast and charge attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Mega Scizor'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 Mega Scizor 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 ↗
        • SteelBullet PunchDamage10Energy11Duration1.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Bullet Punch
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • RockRock
            • IceIce
            • FairyFairy
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • ElectricElectric
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage10
          Energy11
          Weather boost
          • snowSnow
          Duration1.0s
          Damage window0.4s - 1.0s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage6
          Energy7

          Effects
          Bullet Punch has no special effects.
          See Bullet Punch details page ↗

        Charged Moves

        • 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 ↗
        • SteelIron HeadDamage60Energy50Duration2.0s
          Toggle more information for move: Iron Head
          Type effectiveness chart
          • 160.0%
            • RockRock
            • IceIce
            • FairyFairy
          • 62.5%
            • SteelSteel
            • FireFire
            • WaterWater
            • ElectricElectric
          Gym and Raid Battles
          Damage60
          Energy50
          Weather boost
          • snowSnow
          Duration2.0s
          Damage window1.4s - 1.8s
          Trainer Battles
          Damage70
          Energy50

          Effects
          Iron Head has no special effects.
          See Iron Head 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 ↗
        • 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

        Mega Scizor's has 4621 max CP (at Level 50). A Mega Scizor obtained from Raids can be encountered from 2243 CP to 2335 CP, or if weather boosted, in the 2804 CP to 2919 CP range. In Field and Special Research, Mega Scizor can be found in the 1682 CP to 1751 CP range.

        Max CPMax CP4621 CP
        Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
        Field ResearchResearch1682 CP - 1751 CP
        Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Pokémon EggEggs2243 CP - 2335 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        Raid catchRaids2243 CP - 2335 CP
        Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
        2804 CP - 2919 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.

        Max CP Chart

        CP Chart

        Max Combat Power per Level chart

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

        LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
        157 CP2181 CP3304 CP
        4427 CP5551 CP6674 CP
        7798 CP8921 CP91044 CP
        101168 CP111285 CP121401 CP
        131518 CP141635 CP151751 CP
        161868 CP171985 CP182102 CP
        192218 CP202335 CP212452 CP
        222569 CP232686 CP242803 CP
        252919 CP263036 CP273153 CP
        283270 CP293387 CP303503 CP
        313562 CP323620 CP333679 CP
        343737 CP353795 CP363854 CP
        373912 CP383970 CP394029 CP
        404087 CP414139 CP424191 CP
        434244 CP444297 CP454350 CP
        464403 CP474457 CP484511 CP
        494566 CP504621 CP

        Mega Scizor 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.

        Mega Scizor family

        A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Mega Scizor 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

        Mega Scizor in the meta

        Mega Scizor in the meta

        PvE AnalysisPvE Analysis

        Mega Scizor has stellar stats, making it a remarkable Mega Evolution, even though it’s not at the top of the Mega mountain.

        It is also quite bulky, making it a complete package that will never disappoint you in battle. A well-rounded Pokémon! 🙂

        💎 Scizor’s best moveset for PvE is Fury Cutter and X-Scissor or Bullet Punch and Iron Head.

        ⚔️ Raids

        Give it X-Scissor and Iron Head as Charged Moves, and TM between Fury Cutter and Bullet Punch to get yourself a very serviceable Bug- and Steel-type attacker. 😁😁

        🛡️ Gyms

        Mega Evolutions can’t be placed in Gyms.

        PvE AnalysisPvP Analysis

        Mega Evolutions aren’t typically allowed in the GO Battle League, but in limited formats such as the Mega Master League, Mega Scizor can defeat the types it is expected to beat.

        However, when compared to other Mega Evolutions in this format, Mega Scizor isn’t particularly impressive.

        Mega Pokémon that boost Mega Scizor

        Photobomb

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

        Bug Bug

        Steel Steel

        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 Mega Scizor in Pokémon GO is 4.18%, calculated for catching a Level 20 with no berries. Curved Great throw has a 10.33% chance to catch, and adding a Razz Berry raises that to 15.08%.

        CogConfigure
                  NormalNiceGreatExcellent
                  No Berry
                  		-4.18%4.80%6.21%7.60%
                  Curve7.01%8.02%10.33%12.58%
                  Razz BerryRazz Berry
                  		-6.21%7.11%9.17%11.19%
                  Curve10.33%11.78%15.08%18.26%
                  Silver Pinap BerrySilver Pinap Berry
                  		- 7.41%8.47%10.90%13.27%
                  Curve12.26%13.97%17.82%21.49%
                  Golden Razz BerryGolden Razz Berry
                  		- 10.14%11.57%14.81%17.94%
                  Curve16.61%18.86%23.85%28.55%
                  InfoMore information

                  Catch probability with multiple throws

                  In order to help Trainers understand their overall odds when catching Mega Scizor, 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

                  Johto
                  Pokédex Number#212
                  Height2 m
                  Weight125 kg
                  RegionGeneration 2
                  Can be tradedAllowed
                  Pokémon Home transferAllowed
                  Base Catch Rate5%
                  Base Flee Rate5%
                  Catch rewards
                  Candy5
                  Stardust300
                  Additional Move Cost
                  Candy75
                  Stardust75000
                  Mega Energy reward
                  For walking as a Buddy
                  Candy25 Mega Energy

                  Size information

                  XXSXSMXLXXL
                  Mega Scizor scaled to 0.8264705882352941x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Mega Scizor scaled to 0.8382352941176471x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Mega Scizor scaled to 1.4264705882352942x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Scaled Human Trainer to 170 cmMega Scizor scaled to 2.014705882352941x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)Mega Scizor scaled to 2.073529411764706x Human scale (compared to 1.7m human)
                  0.98 m1 m2 m3 m3.1 m

                  Mega Scizor's height ranges from 0.98 m to 3.1 m, with the average being 2 m. The illustration shows a comparison with a 1.70 m (5′07″) tall Trainer. Max height has been limited to 450px for rendering purposes.

                  Size bounds

                  This table shows the size bounds of Mega Scizor in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.

                  SizeLower boundUpper bound
                  XXS0.98 m1 m
                  3′03″3′03″
                  XS1 m2 m
                  3′03″6′07″
                  M1.5 m2.5 m
                  4′11″8′02″
                  XL2.5 m3 m
                  8′02″9′10″
                  XXL3 m3.1 m
                  9′10″10′02″

                  Encounter data

                  Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
                  Movement Timer11s
                  Jump Time2s
                  Attack Probability10.0%
                  Attack Timer20s
                  Dodge Probability15.0%
                  Dodge Duration0.0s
                  Dodge Distance1
                  Min Action Frequency1s
                  Max Action Frequency2s

                  Mega Scizor Pokédex entries

                  Johto
                  VersionsPokédex entry
                  GoldIt swings its eye- patterned pincers up to scare its foes. This makes it look like it has three heads.
                  SilverIts wings are not used for flying. They are flapped at high speed to adjust its body temperature.
                  CrystalThis POKéMON's pincers, which contain steel, can crush any hard object it gets a hold of into bits.
                  Ruby, SapphireSCIZOR has a body with the hardness of steel. It is not easily fazed by ordinary sorts of attacks. This POKéMON flaps its wings to regulate its body temperature.
                  EmeraldA SCIZOR has a body with the hardness of steel. It is not easily fazed by ordinary sorts of attacks. It flaps its wings to regulate its body temperature.
                  FireRedIts wings are not used for flying. They are flapped at high speed to adjust its body temperature.
                  LeafGreenIt swings its eye-patterned pincers up to scare its foes. This makes it look like it has three heads.
                  Diamond, PearlIt has a steel-hard body. It intimidates foes by upraising its eye-patterned pincers.
                  Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2It raises its pincers with eyelike markings for intimidation. It also swings them down dangerously.
                  HeartGoldIt swings its eye-patterned pincers up to scare its foes. This makes it look like it has three heads.
                  SoulSilverIts wings are not used for flying. They are flapped at high speed to adjust its body temperature.
                  XThis Pokémon’s pincers, which contain steel, can crush any hard object it gets ahold of into bits.
                  YIt has a steel-hard body. It intimidates foes by upraising its eye-patterned pincers.
                  Omega Ruby, Alpha SapphireScizor has a body with the hardness of steel. It is not easily fazed by ordinary sorts of attacks. This Pokémon flaps its wings to regulate its body temperature.
                  SunIt uses its wings to adjust its body temperature. Otherwise, its metal body would become too hot and melt in the heat of battle.
                  MoonOnce it has identified an enemy, this Pokémon smashes it mercilessly with pincers hard as steel.
                  Ultra SunIts body is like steel. Its tough, heavy pincers are more suited to smashing enemies than grabbing them.
                  Ultra MoonOnce it has identified something as an enemy, it will continue beating them with its steel-hard pincers until there’s nothing left but scraps.
                  SwordBulky pincers account for one third of Scizor’s body weight. A single swing of one of these pincers will crush a boulder completely.
                  ShieldThough its body is slim, Scizor has tremendous attacking power. Even Scizor’s muscles are made of metal.
                  Legends: ArceusEvolved by way of a curious item. The shell covering its body has been shown to be stronger than forged steel.

                  Sprites

                  Photobomb

                  Regular and Shiny Mega Scizor

                  Mega Scizor high resolution sprites

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

                  No home sprites available

                  Wallpaper

                  Mega ScizorMega ScizorMega ScizorMega Scizor

                  Frequently Asked Questions

                  What are Mega Scizor’s strengths and weaknesses?

                  As a Bug and Steel-type Pokémon, Mega Scizor is especially weak against Fire-type moves.

                  What are the best moves for Mega Scizor in Pokémon GO?

                  The best moves for Mega Scizor in Pokémon GO are Fury Cutter and X-Scissor. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 16.171 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 329.281.

                  How does Mega Scizor perform in Raids?

                  Mega Scizor is a solid choice for many Raid battles. Ranks #84 as a Raid attacker.

                  How does Mega Scizor rank as a Bug-type attacker?

                  Mega Scizor is an S-Tier Bug-type attacker, ranking at number #3 and providing exceptional value due to its strong stats and effective moveset.

                  How does Mega Scizor rank as a Steel-type attacker?

                  Mega Scizor is an A+ Tier Steel-type attacker, ranking at number #16 and performing very well in most scenarios and a great choice for trainers.

                  What Mega Pokémon boost Mega Scizor?

                  The following Mega Pokémon boost Mega Scizor: Mega Beedrill, Mega Pinsir, Mega Scizor, Mega Heracross, Primal Kyogre, Mega Steelix, Mega Scizor, Mega Mawile, Mega Aggron, and Mega Lucario.

                  What is Mega Scizor’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?

                  Mega Scizor’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 4087 CP and 4621 CP at Level 50.

                  Can Mega Scizor be shiny in Pokémon GO?

                  Mega Scizor can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

                  Can Mega Scizor Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

                  Mega Scizor cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.