As a Bug/Flying type, Scyther has 5 weaknesses, 3 resistances and 1 immunity, more than the average Pokémon's 3.3 weaknesses. 13 other Pokémon share the Bug/Flying typing.

Base stats

HP: 70
Attack: 110
Defense: 80
Sp. Atk: 55
Sp. Def: 80
Speed: 105
Total: 500

Scyther has a base stat total of 500, higher than 64% of Pokémon. With Attack (110) well above Sp. Atk (55), it works best as a physical attacker. A Speed of 105 beats 86% of Pokémon, so it outspeeds most opponents. With 70 HP, 80 Defense and 80 Sp. Def it is reasonably sturdy.

Scyther can have the abilities Swarm, Technician and Steadfast.

How to beat Scyther

The best way to beat Scyther is with Rock moves, which deal 4× damage. Flying, Fire, Electric and Ice moves are also super effective (2×).

Avoid relying on attacks it shrugs off: Ground moves have no effect on it and Fighting, Bug and Grass moves are resisted.

Good counters: Diancie hits for 4× with Rock-type STAB and resists its Bug and Flying moves. Nihilego hits for 4× with Rock-type STAB and resists its Bug and Flying moves. Stakataka hits for 4× with Rock-type STAB and resists its Bug and Flying moves.