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Scizor

Scizor

BUGSTEEL
HP
70
Atk
130
Def
100
SpA
55
SpD
80
Spe
65
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Weaknesses

  • FIRE4x

Best Nature

Adamant 32/32/0/0/2/0

Best Moveset

  1. Bullet PunchSTEELPhysical25.1%
  2. ProtectNORMALStatus24.5%
  3. Swords DanceNORMALStatus21.4%
  4. Bug BiteBUGPhysical19.7%

Best Ability / Item

TechnicianScizoriteScizorite

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Best Scizor Moves

  • #1

    Bullet Punch

    STEPhysical40 BP

    The user strikes the target with tough punches as fast as bullets. This move always goes first.

    25.12%
  • #2

    Protect

    NORStatus

    This move enables the user to protect itself from all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

    24.50%
  • #3

    Swords Dance

    NORStatus

    A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit. This sharply boosts the user's Attack stat.

    21.36%
  • #4

    Bug Bite

    BUGPhysical60 BP

    The user attacks by biting the target. If the target is holding a Berry, the user eats it and gains its effect.

    19.71%
  • #5

    Close Combat

    FIGPhysical120 BP

    The user fights the target up close, inflicting damage without guarding itself. This also lowers the user's Defense and Sp. Def stats.

    6.02%
  • #6

    Dual Wingbeat

    FLYPhysical40 BP

    The user slams the target with its wings to inflict damage. The target is hit twice in a row.

    1.78%
  • #7

    Knock Off

    DARPhysical65 BP

    The user slaps down the target's held item, making it unusable for that battle. This move does more damage if the target has a held item.

    0.68%
  • #8

    U-turn

    BUGPhysical70 BP

    After making its attack, the user rushes back to switch places with a party Pokémon in waiting.

    0.34%
  • #9

    Assurance

    DARPhysical60 BP

    This move's power is doubled if the target has already taken some damage in the same turn.

    0.34%
  • #10

    Psycho Cut

    PSYPhysical70 BP

    The user tears at the target with blades formed by psychic power. This move has a heightened chance of landing a critical hit.

    0.14%

Best Scizor Natures

  • #1

    Adamant 32/32/0/0/2/0

    99.18%
  • #2

    Brave 32/32/0/0/2/0

    0.82%

Best Scizor Abilities

  • #1

    Technician

    Powers up weak moves so the Pokémon can deal more damage with them.

    100.00%

Best Scizor Items

  • #1
    Scizorite

    Scizorite

    Allows Scizor to Mega Evolve into Mega Scizor.

    89.79%
  • #2
    Metal Coat

    Metal Coat

    Raises the power of Steel-type moves. Allows Onix and Scyther to evolve when traded.

    5.71%
  • #3
    Sitrus Berry

    Sitrus Berry

    Restores 30 HP in Generation III . Restores ¼ of maximum HP from Generation IV onwards.

    2.55%
  • #4
    Focus Sash

    Focus Sash

    Prevents a one-hit knockout.

    1.20%
  • #5
    Silver Powder

    Silver Powder

    Raises the power of Bug-type moves. Note: Formatted as SilverPowder prior to Generation VI .

    0.30%
  • #6
    Life Orb

    Life Orb

    Raises the power of moves, but causes recoil damage.

    0.15%
  • #7
    Lum Berry

    Lum Berry

    Cures any status condition .

    0.15%
  • #8
    Occa Berry

    Occa Berry

    Reduces damage taken from a super effective Fire-type move.

    0.15%

Best Scizor Teammates

  • #1
    basculegion-maleBasculegion-male
    WATGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    15.00%
  • #2
    pelipperPelipper
    WATFLY
    TeamsBuilder
    14.37%
  • #3
    archaludonArchaludon
    STEDRA
    TeamsBuilder
    14.02%
  • #4
    incineroarIncineroar
    FIRDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    13.75%
  • #5
    sneaslerSneasler
    FIGPOI
    TeamsBuilder
    10.56%
  • #6
    sinistchaSinistcha
    GRAGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    10.12%
  • #7
    dragonite-megaDragonite-mega
    DRAFLY
    TeamsBuilder
    9.14%
  • #8
    kommo-oKommo-o
    DRAFIG
    TeamsBuilder
    4.70%
  • #9
    garchompGarchomp
    DRAGRO
    TeamsBuilder
    4.44%
  • #10
    rotom-washRotom-wash
    ELEWAT
    TeamsBuilder
    3.90%

Teams with Scizor

Scrafty MegaRotom-WashFarigirafSinistchaTorkoalScizor Mega
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Dragonite MegaBasculegion-MScizor MegaArchaludonPelipperIncineroar
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Manectric MegaPelipperArchaludonScizor MegaPalafinSinistcha
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LucarioMawileMetagross MegaGholdengoScizorExcadrill
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Scizor MegaFroslass MegaToxapexIncineroarGarchompHydreigon
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Manectric MegaPelipperArchaludonScizor MegaPalafinSinistcha
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Delphox MegaMausholdScizor MegaGarchompRotom-WashSinistcha
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Dragonite MegaBasculegion-MScizor MegaArchaludonPelipperIncineroar
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IncineroarBasculegion-MScizor MegaDragonite MegaArchaludonPelipper
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SylveonScizor MegaFarigirafTorkoalKleavorScrafty Mega
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Scizor?

The best moveset for Scizor in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Bullet Punch, Protect, Swords Dance, Bug Bite.

How to counter Scizor in Champions?

In the Pokémon Champions meta, Scizor can be countered by exploiting its weaknesses (fire 4x) and using effective check/counter teams.

What is the best item for Scizor?

The best item for Scizor is typically Scizorite, based on high-level tournament and ladder stats.