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Shadow Scizor

Shadow Scizor (Shadow)Bug Steel
  • rain
  • snow
Shadow Scizor is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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Shadow Scizor is a Bug and Steel-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 3,001 CP and is weak to Fire-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Fury Cutter / X-Scissor. It is boosted by Rain and Snow weather. Its shiny form is available.

Shadow Scizor Stats and Max CP

236 ATK
181 DEF
172 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
3393 CP
Lvl 40
3001 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
2143 CP
Lvl 20 Raids
1714 CP
Lvl 15 Research
1286 CP

Shadow Scizor's Tier Ranking & Meta Analysis

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Shadow Scizor PvE Analysis

Recommended moves

⚔️ Raids

Shadow Scizor is a bug and steel-type Pokémon, and the evolution of Scyther. It is one of the best bug-type raid attackers, outperforming its pre-evolution Shadow Scyther, with the same moveset of Fury Cutter and X-Scissor. As a steel-type raid attacker, Shadow Scizor is much less impressive, but it’s still decent if you lack better alternatives. The moveset of choice this time would be Bullet Punch and Iron Head. As a bug-type raid attacker, Shadow Scizor is strong against grass, psychic, and dark-type Pokémon. Whereas, as a steel-type raid attacker, it's strong against rock, ice, and fairy types.

Shadow Scizor PvP Analysis

Recommended moves

🔵 Great League

Shadow Scizor is a fantastic Pokémon for the Great League. Its steel typing helps it avoid the typical rock-type weakness that bug types suffer. It has two solid fast attacks to choose between in Fury Cutter and Bullet Punch. It even has a spammy charged attack in Night Slash and Trailblaze for some much-needed coverage. All of this allows Shadow Scizor to play as a very effective glass cannon damage dealer.

🟡 Ultra League

Shadow Scizor is solid in the Ultra League as well. Not as dominating as in the Great League, but still strong against meta favorites such as Lapras and Clefable. And as an added benefit, Shadow Scizor plays the same in the Ultra League with the same moveset.

🟣 Master League

Shadow Scizor is not strong enough for the legendary-dominated Master League.

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
#161
BugBug-type
#6
SteelSteel-type
#28
Great LeagueGreat League
#273
Ultra LeagueUltra League
#156
Master LeagueMaster League
#199

Shadow Scizor Type Chart

Shadow Scizor takes increased damage from:Shadow Scizor takes increased damage from:

FireFire256.0%

Shadow Scizor takes reduced damage from:Shadow Scizor takes reduced damage from:

GrassGrass39.1%
PoisonPoison39.1%
BugBug62.5%
DragonDragon62.5%
FairyFairy62.5%
IceIce62.5%
NormalNormal62.5%
PsychicPsychic62.5%
SteelSteel62.5%

Shadow Scizor best moveset

Moves

Fury Cutter + X-Scissor

Bug
BugFury Cutter
BugX-Scissor
Shadow Scizor's best Bug-type moveset is Fury Cutter / X-Scissor, with 15.74 DPS and 253.1 TDO. These moves are boosted by Rain weather. Shadow Scizor ranks #6 (S Tier) as a Bug attacker with that moveset.
1.BugFury CutterBugX-Scissor13.6615.74253.1
2.SteelBullet PunchBugX-Scissor12.9714.95240.3
3.BugFury CutterSteelIron Head12.9214.89239.4
4.SteelBullet PunchSteelIron Head12.3014.17227.9
5.BugFury CutterGrassTrailblaze12.0713.90223.6
6.SteelBullet PunchGrassTrailblaze11.6313.40215.5
7.BugFury CutterDarkNight Slash10.4912.09194.4
8.SteelBullet PunchDarkNight Slash10.4212.01193.2
1–8 of 10

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 ↗
  • SteelBullet Punch10111.0s
    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
    Damage7
    Energy7

    Effects
    Bullet Punch has no special effects.
    See Bullet Punch 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 ↗
  • 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 ↗
  • 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 ↗
  • SteelIron Head60502.0s
    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
    Damage85
    Energy50

    Effects
    Iron Head has no special effects.
    See Iron Head details page ↗
Pokédex informationMore information

The following chart shows Shadow Scizor's DPS and TDO for every fast and charged attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Shadow Scizor'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 Scizor has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

Shadow Scizor CP Chart

CP Chart

Shadow Scizor reaches a maximum of 3,001 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 1,575–1,714 CP, rising to 1,969–2,143 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 1,227–1,286 CP.

Max CPMax CP3001 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch1227 CP - 1286 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs1636 CP - 1714 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids1575 CP - 1714 CP
Level 20, 6/6/6 minimum IVs
1969 CP - 2143 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 Scizor Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50. CP Calculator

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
142 CP2133 CP3223 CP
4314 CP5404 CP6495 CP
7586 CP8676 CP9767 CP
10857 CP11943 CP121029 CP
131114 CP141200 CP151286 CP
161372 CP171457 CP181543 CP
191629 CP201714 CP211800 CP
221886 CP231972 CP242058 CP
252143 CP262229 CP272315 CP
282401 CP292486 CP302572 CP
312615 CP322658 CP332701 CP
342744 CP352786 CP362829 CP
372872 CP382915 CP392958 CP
403001 CP413039 CP423077 CP
433116 CP443155 CP453194 CP
463233 CP473273 CP483312 CP
493352 CP503393 CP

Pokédex information

Johto
Pokédex Number#212
Height2.01 m
Weight125 kg
RegionGeneration 2
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance5 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate5%
Catch rewards
Candy5
Stardust300
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 Scizor
Purification cost5 Candy
5000 Stardust
Shadow Charged AttackNormalFrustration
Purified Charged AttackNormalReturn

Mega Pokémon that boost Shadow Scizor

Photobomb

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

Power-up costs

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

Shadow Scizor Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Shadow Scizor 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 Scizor in Pokémon GO.

Power-Up Calculator

Shadow Scizor family

A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Shadow Scizor 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_JUMP
Movement Timer11s
Jump Time2s
Attack Probability70.0%
Attack Timer20s
Dodge Probability20.0%
Dodge Duration0.0s
Dodge Distance1
Min Action Frequency1s
Max Action Frequency2s

Sprites

Photobomb

Regular and Shiny Shadow Scizor

Shadow Scizor high resolution sprites

A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Shadow Scizor. 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 Scizor Pokémon GO

Wallpaper

Shadow ScizorShadow ScizorShadow ScizorShadow Scizor

Shadow 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Shadow Scizor’s strengths and weaknesses?

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

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

The best moves for Shadow Scizor in Pokémon GO are Fury Cutter and X-Scissor. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 15.737 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 253.062.

How does Shadow Scizor perform in Raids?

Shadow Scizor is not recommended for Raid use.

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

Shadow Scizor is an S-Tier Bug-type attacker, ranking at number #6 and providing exceptional value due to its strong stats and effective moveset.

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

Shadow Scizor is a B-Tier Steel-type attacker, ranking at number #28 with limited utility in specific matchups.

What Mega Pokémon boost Shadow Scizor?

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

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

Shadow Scizor’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 3001 CP and 3393 CP at Level 50.

Can Shadow Scizor be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Scizor can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Shadow Scizor Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Shadow Scizor cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.