Stats & Training
Nothing fancy in Scizor's spread. It leans physical with Attack out front. And you'll get 2 Attack EVs per KO for it. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
Bulky pincers account for one third of Scizor’s body weight. A single swing of one of these pincers will crush a boulder completely.
Though its body is slim, Scizor has tremendous attacking power. Even Scizor’s muscles are made of metal.
Scizor Weakness
Scizor is weak to Fire. Watch out for Fire attacks, those deal 4x damage. On the flip side, it's immune to Poison-type moves entirely. It resists 8 types, so it can switch into a lot of moves safely. With 70 HP and balanced defenses, Scizor can afford to eat a neutral hit or two.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 4x (Critical) | Fire |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Normal, Ice, Psychic, Bug, Dragon, Steel, Fairy |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Grass |
| 0x (Immune) | Poison |
In Sword & Shield, Nihilego's Power Gem hits Scizor for 37-43%.
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityPressure ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureJolly Moves
Damage vs Scizor View Weavile builds →Knock Off27-31% Ice Shard8-10% | ||
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityBeastboost ItemBlack Sludge NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Scizor View Nihilego builds →Power Gem37-43% | ||
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityMagic Guard ItemLeftovers NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Scizor View Clefable builds →Moonblast15-17% Knock Off8-10% | ||
 | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityIronfist ItemLeftovers NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Scizor View Melmetal builds →Earthquake34-40% Superpower41-48% | ||
 | B | |
Recommended Build AbilityNatural Cure ItemHeavy-Duty Boots NatureBold Moves View Blissey builds →
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Sword & Shield Evolution
Scyther's line splits into 2 evolutions, and Scizor is the trade route. Each sibling form needs a different method to obtain. Breed through Scyther to get eggs. Scizor and Kleavor share the same 500 total stats, but they're distributed differently. Check the comparison below to see where each one specializes. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed with Scizor to get Scyther eggs easily using 47 partners from the Bug egg group. Notable egg moves include Counter, Defog, Feint and 2 more.
Sword & Shield Scizor Best Moveset
The game plan is straightforward: click Swords Dance, then sweep. Heavy-Duty Boots and Technician support the setup turn. EVs go into spread so Scizor hits hard once it's boosted.
Best Build
Scizor best EVs are HP and Sp. Def
Wall Moveset
- Bullet Punch
- Knock Off
- Roost
- Swords Dance
Recommended Teammates
Physical Tank Moveset
- Bullet Punch
- Knock Off
- Swords Dance
- Roost
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Physical Tank Moveset
- Bullet Punch
- Swords Dance
- Protect
- U Turn
Recommended Teammates
Moves
Egg moves make a real difference. Scizor gets Counter and Defog exclusively through breeding, filling gaps that TMs and level-up can't touch. Coverage across 7 types rounds out the picture alongside Bug Buzz and Iron Head.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
How to Get Scizor in Sword & Shield
Scizor's 2-stage line starts with Scyther, which appears at moderate rates in the locations below. Level through 2 stages while you find a trade partner. Everything except the trade step is solo.
How to Obtain Scizor in Sword & Shield
Scyther is your first catch on the way to Scizor. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 10-18 across 18 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch ScytherTraining LowlandsShieldOverworld Lv.10-155%EarlyNormal WeatherTraining LowlandsShieldOverworld Lv.10-155%EarlySnowstormTraining LowlandsShieldOverworld Lv.10-155%EarlyThunderstormTraining LowlandsShieldOverworld Lv.10-155%EarlyIntense SunTraining LowlandsShieldOverworld Lv.10-155%EarlySnowingTraining LowlandsShieldOverworld Lv.10-155%EarlySandstormTraining LowlandsShieldOverworld Lv.10-155%EarlyRainingTraining LowlandsShieldOverworld Lv.10-155%EarlyHeavy FogTraining LowlandsShieldOverworld Lv.10-155%EarlyOvercastTraining LowlandsSwordOverworld Lv.13-185%EarlyOvercastTraining LowlandsSwordOverworld Lv.13-185%EarlyNormal WeatherTraining LowlandsSwordOverworld Lv.13-185%EarlySnowstormTraining LowlandsSwordOverworld Lv.13-185%EarlyThunderstormTraining LowlandsSwordOverworld Lv.13-185%EarlyIntense SunTraining LowlandsSwordOverworld Lv.13-185%EarlySnowingTraining LowlandsSwordOverworld Lv.13-185%EarlySandstormTraining LowlandsSwordOverworld Lv.13-185%EarlyRainingTraining LowlandsSwordOverworld Lv.13-185%EarlyHeavy Fog
Step 2Scizor ✓
Scizor Guide
In Sword & Shield, Scizor looks average on paper at 500 BST. But Technician is why it sees play. Build around that and it pulls its weight. A-Tier wallbreaker on our tier list. Bullet Punch with Heavy-Duty Boots is the standard set.
Mega Evolution isn't available in Sword & Shield, but Scizor does have a Mega form in Gen 6-7 games (X/Y, ORAS, Sun/Moon). Mega Scizor hits 600 BST.
Scizor gets Technician, Swarm, and Light Metal. But Technician is the one that matters. It's the centerpiece of every viable set. Build around that. On wall sets, Technician pairs with Scizor's base 100 Defense to absorb physical hits on the switch.
Scizor is a physical attacker with base 130 Attack. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. Speed tells the real story. At base 65 Speed, it won't be moving first often. Fits the wallbreaker role.
Game Availability
Available since Gold & Silver, Scizor appears in 19 games spanning 9 generations. Beyond its original form, it gained a Mega form in Generation 7.
Click a game to view version-specific details
- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GSDebut
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORASMega
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
Winds & Waves