Scyther — Stats, Types, Abilities & Competitive Info
Scyther is a Bug / Flying type Pokémon introduced in Generation 1. Scyther is a green, insectoid Pokémon. It has large, blade-like forearms, a pair of wings on its back, and it stands on two clawed feet. Its head is topped with a pointed crest. Scyther's design is primarily inspired by a praying…
Base Stats
| HP | 70 | |
|---|---|---|
| Attack | 110 | |
| Defense | 80 | |
| Sp. Atk | 55 | |
| Sp. Def | 80 | |
| Speed | 105 | |
| Total | 500 |
Pokedex Data
- Species
- Mantis Pokémon
- Height
- 1.5 m (4′11″)
- Weight
- 56.0 kg (123.5 lbs)
- Abilities
- Swarm, Technician
- Hidden Ability
- Steadfast
- EV Yield
- 1 Attack
- Catch Rate
- 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP)
- Base Friendship
- 50 (normal)
- Base Exp.
- 100
- Growth Rate
- Medium Fast
- Egg Groups
- Bug
- Gender Ratio
- 50% male, 50% female
Evolution Chain
Changes by Generation
The stats and types above are current-generation values — in older games, Scyther differed:
- In Generation 3, Scytherdoes not have the Technicianability.
- In Generation 1, Scyther has a base Special stat of 55.
- In Generations 1-4, Scyther has a base experience yield of 187.
- In Generations 2-7, Scyther has a base Friendship value of 70.
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What type is Scyther?
Scyther is a Bug/Flying type Pokemon, classified as the Mantis Pokémon.
What does Scyther evolve into?
Scyther is part of an evolution line that includes Scyther, Scizor, Kleavor.
What are Scyther's base stats?
Scyther has 70 HP, 110 Attack, 80 Defense, 55 Sp. Atk, 80 Sp. Def and 105 Speed, for a base stat total of 500.
What abilities can Scyther have?
Scyther can have the ability Swarm or Technician, plus Steadfast as a hidden ability.