Encounter locations
| Region | Location | Method | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kanto | Pattern Bush | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
| Kanto | Route 14 | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
| Kanto | Safari Zone Center | Walking | 23 |
| Kanto | Safari Zone East | Walking | 28 |
| Sinnoh | Route 210 North | WalkingBefore National Dex | 27–29 |
| Sinnoh | Route 210 North | WalkingNational Dex obtained | 27–29 |
| Sinnoh | Route 210 South | WalkingBefore National Dex | 19–21 |
| Sinnoh | Route 210 South | WalkingNational Dex obtained | 19–21 |
| Sinnoh | Route 215 | Walking | 20–22 |
| Johto | Ilex Forest | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
| Johto | National Park | Overworld swarmOnly while this swarm is active | — |
This Pokémon is eligible for Mirage Rifts. Each opening rolls its own pool, so check active portals on the Town Map.
Check the Town Map to see which swarms are active.
This guide covers documented encounter tables and selected story events. Other scripted gifts or events may also award this Pokémon.
Natures
Randomly generated Pokémon can have any of the 25 natures. Twenty raise one stat by 10% and lower another by 10%. Five are neutral. HP stays the same.
View all 25 natures and stat effects
| Nature | Raises (+10%) | Lowers (−10%) |
|---|---|---|
| Hardy | — | — |
| Lonely | Attack | Defense |
| Brave | Attack | Speed |
| Adamant | Attack | Special Attack |
| Naughty | Attack | Special Defense |
| Bold | Defense | Attack |
| Docile | — | — |
| Relaxed | Defense | Speed |
| Impish | Defense | Special Attack |
| Lax | Defense | Special Defense |
| Timid | Speed | Attack |
| Hasty | Speed | Defense |
| Serious | — | — |
| Jolly | Speed | Special Attack |
| Naive | Speed | Special Defense |
| Modest | Special Attack | Attack |
| Mild | Special Attack | Defense |
| Quiet | Special Attack | Speed |
| Bashful | — | — |
| Rash | Special Attack | Special Defense |
| Calm | Special Defense | Attack |
| Gentle | Special Defense | Defense |
| Sassy | Special Defense | Speed |
| Careful | Special Defense | Special Attack |
| Quirky | — | — |
Stats and abilities
- HP
- 70
- Attack
- 110
- Defense
- 80
- Sp. Attack
- 55
- Sp. Defense
- 80
- Speed
- 105
Abilities · Swarm / Technician
Hidden ability · Steadfast
Size · 1.5 m · 56 kg
Evolution and forms
Level-up moves
View level-up moves for Scyther
| Level | Move |
|---|---|
| 1 | Leer |
| 1 | Quick Attack |
| 4 | Fury Cutter |
| 8 | False Swipe |
| 12 | Wing Attack |
| 16 | Double Team |
| 20 | Double Hit |
| 24 | Slash |
| 28 | Focus Energy |
| 32 | Agility |
| 36 | Air Slash |
| 40 | X Scissor |
| 44 | Swords Dance |