Rotom’s Poké dex
#123 Scyther
1.5 m
(4'11") —
56.0 kg
(123.5 lbs.)
Mantis Pokémon
Ability #1
• Swarm Powers up Bug-type moves when the Pokémon’s HP
is low.
Ability #2
• Gen. IV+: Technician Powers up the Pokémon’s weaker moves.
Hidden Ability
• Steadfast The Pokémon’s determination boosts the Speed
stat each time the Pokémon flinches.
Johto-Dex G SC ~ #111 HG SS
AlolanDex Su Mo ~ #365 Ul tra
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#123 Scyther
Evolution
#123 Scyther
Type efficacy
(Move Power × [4 | 2 | 1 |
0.5 | 0.25 | 0 ])
Normal
Fighting
Flying
Poison
Ground
Rock
Bug
Ghost
Steel
Fire
Water
Grass
Electric
Psychic
Ice
Dragon
Dark
Fairy
Gen. VI+:
1 ¼ 2 1 0 4 ½ 1 1 2 1 ¼ 2 1 2 1 1 1
Gen. II-V:
1 ¼ 2 1 0 4 ½ 1 1 2 1 ¼ 2 1 2 1 1 -
Gen. I:
1 ¼ 2 2 0 4 ½ 1 - 2 1 ¼ 2 1 2 1 - -
This table ignores the ability.
#123 Scyther
Statistics, Effort values & Experience
(MIN–MAX: [0 IV, 0 EV, Nat.-10%] — [31 IV, 252 EV, Nat.+10%])
HP
Attack
Defense
Special Attack
Special Defense
Speed
Base Stats
70
110
80
55
80
105
Special: 55
Level 50[Gen. III+]
130-177
103-178
76-145
54-117
76-145
99-172
Level 100[Gen. III+]
250-344
202-350
148-284
103-229
148-284
193-339
Tot. Base Stats : 500 ; Gen. I: 420
Effort values (1 )[Gen. III+]
0
1
0
0
0
0
Experience : 100 ; Before Black 2 and White 2 : 187
Pokémon GO
Stamina
Attack
Defense
140
218; before Nov 2016: 176
170; before Nov 2016: 180
#123 Scyther
Pokédex Entries
Red and Blue With ninja-like
agility and speed,
it can create the
illusion that
there is more
than one. Yellow Leaps out of tall
grass and slices
prey with its
scythes. The movement looks like
that of a ninja. Stadium Moves incredibly quickly and shreds its enemy with its razor-sharp scythes. On rare occasions, it flies with its wings. Gold It slashes through
grass with its
sharp scythes,
moving too fast
for the human eye
to track. Silver When it moves, it
leaves only a
blur. If it hides
in grass, its protective colors
make it invisible. Crystal It's very proud of
its speed. It
moves so fast that
its opponent does
not even know what
knocked it down. Stadium 2 It slashes through grass with its sharp scythes, moving too fast for the human eye to track. Ruby SCYTHER is blindingly fast. Its blazing
speed enhances the effectiveness of
the twin scythes on its forearms.
This POKéMON’s scythes are so
effective, they can slice through thick
logs in one wicked stroke. Sapphire SCYTHER is blindingly fast. Its blazing
speed enhances the effectiveness of
the twin scythes on its forearms.
This POKéMON’s scythes are so
effective, they can slice through thick
logs in one wicked stroke. Emerald Its blindingly fast speed adds to the
sharpness of its twin forearm scythes.
The scythes can slice through thick logs
in one wicked stroke. FireRed It tears and shreds prey with its wickedly
sharp scythes. It very rarely spreads its
wings to fly. LeafGreen With ninja-like agility and speed, it can
create the illusion that there is more
than one of itself. Diamond It is nearly impossible to parry
its attacking scythes. Its
movements are like a ninja’s. Pearl It is nearly impossible to parry
its attacking scythes. Its
movements are like a ninja’s. Platinum The sharp scythes on its forearms
become increasingly sharp by
cutting through hard objects. HeartGold It slashes through grass with its
sharp scythes, moving too fast
for the human eye to track. SoulSilver When it moves, it leaves only a
blur. If it hides in grass, its protective
coloration makes it invisible. Black The sharp scythes on its forearms
become increasingly sharp by
cutting through hard objects. White The sharp scythes on its forearms
become increasingly sharp by
cutting through hard objects. Black 2 and White 2 The sharp scythes on its forearms
become increasingly sharp by
cutting through hard objects. X It tears and shreds prey with its wickedly sharp
scythes. It very rarely spreads its wings to fly. Y It slashes through grass with its sharp scythes,
moving too fast for the human eye to track. Omega Ruby Scyther is blindingly fast. Its blazing speed enhances the
effectiveness of the twin scythes on its forearms.
This Pokémon’s scythes are so effective, they can slice
through thick logs in one wicked stroke. Alpha Sapphire Scyther is blindingly fast. Its blazing speed enhances the
effectiveness of the twin scythes on its forearms. This
Pokémon’s scythes are so effective, they can slice through
thick logs in one wicked stroke. Sun It confuses its prey with its quick, ninja-like
movements. Then, in an instant, it cleaves
them with its scythes. Moon While young, they live together deep in the
mountains, training themselves in how to fight
with their scythes and move at high speeds. Ultra Sun Its two sharp scythes are more than just
weapons. It uses them with dexterity to dress
its prey before eating. Ultra Moon Some call it a ninja. Its movements—
imperceptibly quick—are sufficient to cleave
the air in two. It’s very popular in Alola.
#123 Scyther
Locations
Red Safari Zone.
Yellow Safari Zone.
Gold National Park.
Silver National Park.
Crystal National Park.
FireRed Safari Zone.
Diamond Route 229.
Platinum Route 210, Route 215.
HeartGold National Park (Bug-Catching Contest).
SoulSilver National Park (Bug-Catching Contest).
X Route 21.
Y Route 21.
#123 Scyther
Gen. I-V data
#123 Scyther
Egg Groups
#123 Scyther
Moves, Learnset of Scyther
By leveling up
Red and Blue
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Normal
40
100%
30
1
The user lunges at the target at a speed that makes
it almost invisible. This move always goes first.
Normal
--
100%
30
0
The user gives opposing Pokémon an intimidating
leer that lowers the Defense stat.
Normal
--
--
30
0
The user takes a deep breath and focuses so that
critical hits land more easily.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
The target is attacked with a slash of claws or
blades. Critical hits land more easily.
Normal
--
--
30
0
A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit.
This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.
Psychic
--
--
30
0
The user relaxes and lightens its body to move
faster. This sharply raises the Speed stat.
By TM/HM
Red and Blue
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Normal
--
--
30
0
A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit.
This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.
Poison
--
85%
10
0
A move that leaves the target badly poisoned.
Its poison damage worsens every turn.
Normal
90
85%
20
0
A reckless, full-body charge attack for slamming into
the target. This also damages the user a little.
Normal
100
100%
15
0
A reckless, life-risking tackle. This also damages the
user quite a lot.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The target is attacked with a powerful beam.
The user can’t move on the next turn.
Normal
20
100%
20
0
As long as this move is in use, the power of rage
raises the Attack stat each time the user is hit
in battle.
Normal
--
--
10
0
The user copies the target’s last move. The move
can be used during battle until the Pokémon is
switched out.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
Normal
--
--
10
1
The user endures attacks for two turns, then strikes
back to cause double the damage taken.
Normal
60
--
20
0
Star-shaped rays are shot at the opposing Pokémon.
This attack never misses.
Normal
100
100%
15
0
The user tucks in its head to raise its Defense
stat on the first turn, then rams the target on the
next turn.
Psychic
--
--
10
0
The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully
restores the user’s HP and heals any
status conditions.
Normal
--
--
10
0
The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP.
The copy serves as the user’s decoy.
Normal
50
95%
30
0
The target is cut with a scythe or claw.
By leveling up
Yellow
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Normal
40
100%
30
1
The user lunges at the target at a speed that makes
it almost invisible. This move always goes first.
Normal
--
100%
30
0
The user gives opposing Pokémon an intimidating
leer that lowers the Defense stat.
Normal
--
--
30
0
The user takes a deep breath and focuses so that
critical hits land more easily.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
The target is attacked with a slash of claws or
blades. Critical hits land more easily.
Normal
--
--
30
0
A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit.
This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.
Psychic
--
--
30
0
The user relaxes and lightens its body to move
faster. This sharply raises the Speed stat.
Flying
35
100%
35
0
The target is struck with large, imposing wings
spread wide to inflict damage.
By TM/HM
Yellow
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Normal
--
--
30
0
A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit.
This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.
Poison
--
85%
10
0
A move that leaves the target badly poisoned.
Its poison damage worsens every turn.
Normal
90
85%
20
0
A reckless, full-body charge attack for slamming into
the target. This also damages the user a little.
Normal
100
100%
15
0
A reckless, life-risking tackle. This also damages the
user quite a lot.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The target is attacked with a powerful beam.
The user can’t move on the next turn.
Normal
20
100%
20
0
As long as this move is in use, the power of rage
raises the Attack stat each time the user is hit
in battle.
Normal
--
--
10
0
The user copies the target’s last move. The move
can be used during battle until the Pokémon is
switched out.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
Normal
--
--
10
1
The user endures attacks for two turns, then strikes
back to cause double the damage taken.
Normal
60
--
20
0
Star-shaped rays are shot at the opposing Pokémon.
This attack never misses.
Normal
100
100%
15
0
The user tucks in its head to raise its Defense
stat on the first turn, then rams the target on the
next turn.
Psychic
--
--
10
0
The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully
restores the user’s HP and heals any
status conditions.
Normal
--
--
10
0
The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP.
The copy serves as the user’s decoy.
Normal
50
95%
30
0
The target is cut with a scythe or claw.
By leveling up
Gold and Silver
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Normal
40
100%
30
1
The user lunges at the target at a speed that makes
it almost invisible. This move always goes first.
Normal
--
100%
30
0
The user gives opposing Pokémon an intimidating
leer that lowers the Defense stat.
Normal
--
--
30
0
The user takes a deep breath and focuses so that
critical hits land more easily.
Dark
40
100%
20
0
The power of this attack move is doubled if it’s used
on a target that’s switching out of battle.
Normal
40
100%
40
0
A restrained attack that prevents the target from
fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.
Psychic
--
--
30
0
The user relaxes and lightens its body to move
faster. This sharply raises the Speed stat.
Flying
60
100%
35
0
The target is struck with large, imposing wings
spread wide to inflict damage.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
The target is attacked with a slash of claws or
blades. Critical hits land more easily.
Normal
--
--
30
0
A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit.
This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
By breeding
Gold and Silver
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Normal
--
--
40
0
The user switches places with a party Pokémon in
waiting and passes along any stat changes.
Fighting
--
100%
20
-5
A retaliation move that counters any physical attack,
inflicting double the damage taken.
Psychic
--
--
30
0
A wondrous wall of light is put up to reduce damage
from special attacks for five turns.
Normal
80
75%
10
0
In this two-turn attack, blades of wind hit opposing
Pokémon on the second turn. Critical hits land
more easily.
Fighting
--
100%
15
0
An all-out attack that becomes more powerful the
less HP the user has.
Normal
--
--
25
0
The user creates a protective field that prevents
status conditions for five turns.
By TM/HM
Gold and Silver
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Normal
70
100%
15
0
The user sticks out its head and attacks by charging
straight into the target. This may also make the
target flinch.
???
--
--
10
0
A move that works differently for the Ghost type
than for all other types.
Poison
--
85%
10
0
A move that leaves the target badly poisoned.
Its poison damage worsens every turn.
Fighting
20
100%
15
0
The user attacks with a punch. This may also lower
the target’s Defense stat.
Normal
30-70
100%
15
0
A unique attack that varies in type depending on the
Pokémon using it.
Fire
--
--
5
0
The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering
up Fire-type moves. It lowers the power of
Water-type moves.
Normal
40
100%
15
0
This attack can be used only if the user is asleep.
The harsh noise may also make the target flinch.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The target is attacked with a powerful beam.
The user can’t move on the next turn.
Normal
--
--
10
4
Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of
failing rises if it is used in succession.
Normal
--
--
10
4
The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP.
Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
less the user likes its Trainer.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
more the user likes its Trainer.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
Normal
--
90%
15
0
The user enrages and confuses the target. However,
this also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.
Normal
--
--
10
0
While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the
moves it knows.
Normal
60
--
20
0
Star-shaped rays are shot at the opposing Pokémon.
This attack never misses.
Fighting
--
--
5
4
Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of
failing rises if it is used in succession.
Psychic
--
--
10
0
The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully
restores the user’s HP and heals any
status conditions.
Normal
--
100%
15
0
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target
becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.
Dark
40
100%
10
0
The user attacks and steals the target’s held item
simultaneously. The user can’t steal anything if it
already holds an item.
Steel
70
90%
25
0
The target is hit with wings of steel. This may also
raise the user’s Defense stat.
Bug
10
95%
20
0
The target is slashed with scythes or claws. This
attack becomes more powerful if it hits
in succession.
Normal
50
95%
30
0
The target is cut with a scythe or claw.
By leveling up
Crystal
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Normal
40
100%
30
1
The user lunges at the target at a speed that makes
it almost invisible. This move always goes first.
Normal
--
100%
30
0
The user gives opposing Pokémon an intimidating
leer that lowers the Defense stat.
Normal
--
--
30
0
The user takes a deep breath and focuses so that
critical hits land more easily.
Dark
40
100%
20
0
The power of this attack move is doubled if it’s used
on a target that’s switching out of battle.
Normal
40
100%
40
0
A restrained attack that prevents the target from
fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.
Psychic
--
--
30
0
The user relaxes and lightens its body to move
faster. This sharply raises the Speed stat.
Flying
60
100%
35
0
The target is struck with large, imposing wings
spread wide to inflict damage.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
The target is attacked with a slash of claws or
blades. Critical hits land more easily.
Normal
--
--
30
0
A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit.
This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
By breeding
Crystal
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Normal
--
--
40
0
The user switches places with a party Pokémon in
waiting and passes along any stat changes.
Fighting
--
100%
20
-5
A retaliation move that counters any physical attack,
inflicting double the damage taken.
Psychic
--
--
30
0
A wondrous wall of light is put up to reduce damage
from special attacks for five turns.
Normal
80
75%
10
0
In this two-turn attack, blades of wind hit opposing
Pokémon on the second turn. Critical hits land
more easily.
Fighting
--
100%
15
0
An all-out attack that becomes more powerful the
less HP the user has.
Normal
--
--
25
0
The user creates a protective field that prevents
status conditions for five turns.
By TM/HM
Crystal
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Normal
70
100%
15
0
The user sticks out its head and attacks by charging
straight into the target. This may also make the
target flinch.
???
--
--
10
0
A move that works differently for the Ghost type
than for all other types.
Poison
--
85%
10
0
A move that leaves the target badly poisoned.
Its poison damage worsens every turn.
Fighting
20
100%
15
0
The user attacks with a punch. This may also lower
the target’s Defense stat.
Normal
30-70
100%
15
0
A unique attack that varies in type depending on the
Pokémon using it.
Fire
--
--
5
0
The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering
up Fire-type moves. It lowers the power of
Water-type moves.
Normal
40
100%
15
0
This attack can be used only if the user is asleep.
The harsh noise may also make the target flinch.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The target is attacked with a powerful beam.
The user can’t move on the next turn.
Normal
--
--
10
4
Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of
failing rises if it is used in succession.
Normal
--
--
10
4
The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP.
Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
less the user likes its Trainer.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
more the user likes its Trainer.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
Normal
--
90%
15
0
The user enrages and confuses the target. However,
this also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.
Normal
--
--
10
0
While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the
moves it knows.
Normal
60
--
20
0
Star-shaped rays are shot at the opposing Pokémon.
This attack never misses.
Fighting
--
--
5
4
Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of
failing rises if it is used in succession.
Psychic
--
--
10
0
The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully
restores the user’s HP and heals any
status conditions.
Normal
--
100%
15
0
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target
becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.
Dark
40
100%
10
0
The user attacks and steals the target’s held item
simultaneously. The user can’t steal anything if it
already holds an item.
Steel
70
90%
25
0
The target is hit with wings of steel. This may also
raise the user’s Defense stat.
Bug
10
95%
20
0
The target is slashed with scythes or claws. This
attack becomes more powerful if it hits
in succession.
Normal
50
95%
30
0
The target is cut with a scythe or claw.
By leveling up
Ruby and Sapphire
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Normal
40
100%
30
1
The user lunges at the target at a speed that makes
it almost invisible. This move always goes first.
Normal
--
100%
30
0
The user gives opposing Pokémon an intimidating
leer that lowers the Defense stat.
Normal
--
--
30
0
The user takes a deep breath and focuses so that
critical hits land more easily.
Dark
40
100%
20
0
The power of this attack move is doubled if it’s used
on a target that’s switching out of battle.
Normal
40
100%
40
0
A restrained attack that prevents the target from
fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.
Psychic
--
--
30
0
The user relaxes and lightens its body to move
faster. This sharply raises the Speed stat.
Flying
60
100%
35
0
The target is struck with large, imposing wings
spread wide to inflict damage.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
The target is attacked with a slash of claws or
blades. Critical hits land more easily.
Normal
--
--
30
0
A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit.
This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
Bug
10
95%
20
0
The target is slashed with scythes or claws. This
attack becomes more powerful if it hits
in succession.
By breeding
Ruby and Sapphire
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Normal
--
--
40
0
The user switches places with a party Pokémon in
waiting and passes along any stat changes.
Fighting
--
100%
20
-5
A retaliation move that counters any physical attack,
inflicting double the damage taken.
Normal
--
--
10
4
The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP.
Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
Psychic
--
--
30
0
A wondrous wall of light is put up to reduce damage
from special attacks for five turns.
Normal
80
100%
10
0
In this two-turn attack, blades of wind hit opposing
Pokémon on the second turn. Critical hits land
more easily.
Fighting
--
100%
15
0
An all-out attack that becomes more powerful the
less HP the user has.
Normal
--
--
25
0
The user creates a protective field that prevents
status conditions for five turns.
Bug
60
100%
5
0
The target is attacked with powdery scales blown
by the wind. This may also raise all the user’s stats.
By TM/HM
Ruby and Sapphire
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Poison
--
85%
10
0
A move that leaves the target badly poisoned.
Its poison damage worsens every turn.
Normal
30-70
100%
15
0
A unique attack that varies in type depending on the
Pokémon using it.
Fire
--
--
5
0
The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering
up Fire-type moves. It lowers the power of
Water-type moves.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The target is attacked with a powerful beam.
The user can’t move on the next turn.
Normal
--
--
10
4
Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of
failing rises if it is used in succession.
Water
--
--
5
0
The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five
turns, powering up Water-type moves. It lowers
the power of Fire-type moves.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
less the user likes its Trainer.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
more the user likes its Trainer.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
Flying
60
--
20
0
The user confounds the target with speed, then
slashes. This attack never misses.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
This attack move doubles its power if the user is
poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
The additional effects of this attack depend upon
where it was used.
Psychic
--
--
10
0
The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully
restores the user’s HP and heals any
status conditions.
Normal
--
100%
15
0
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target
becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.
Dark
40
100%
10
0
The user attacks and steals the target’s held item
simultaneously. The user can’t steal anything if it
already holds an item.
Steel
70
90%
25
0
The target is hit with wings of steel. This may also
raise the user’s Defense stat.
Normal
50
95%
30
0
The target is cut with a scythe or claw.
Fighting
20
100%
15
0
The user attacks with a punch. This may also lower
the target’s Defense stat.
By leveling up
Emerald
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Normal
40
100%
30
1
The user lunges at the target at a speed that makes
it almost invisible. This move always goes first.
Normal
--
100%
30
0
The user gives opposing Pokémon an intimidating
leer that lowers the Defense stat.
Normal
--
--
30
0
The user takes a deep breath and focuses so that
critical hits land more easily.
Dark
40
100%
20
0
The power of this attack move is doubled if it’s used
on a target that’s switching out of battle.
Normal
40
100%
40
0
A restrained attack that prevents the target from
fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.
Psychic
--
--
30
0
The user relaxes and lightens its body to move
faster. This sharply raises the Speed stat.
Flying
60
100%
35
0
The target is struck with large, imposing wings
spread wide to inflict damage.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
The target is attacked with a slash of claws or
blades. Critical hits land more easily.
Normal
--
--
30
0
A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit.
This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
Bug
10
95%
20
0
The target is slashed with scythes or claws. This
attack becomes more powerful if it hits
in succession.
By breeding
Emerald
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Normal
--
--
40
0
The user switches places with a party Pokémon in
waiting and passes along any stat changes.
Fighting
--
100%
20
-5
A retaliation move that counters any physical attack,
inflicting double the damage taken.
Normal
--
--
10
4
The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP.
Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
Psychic
--
--
30
0
A wondrous wall of light is put up to reduce damage
from special attacks for five turns.
Normal
80
100%
10
0
In this two-turn attack, blades of wind hit opposing
Pokémon on the second turn. Critical hits land
more easily.
Fighting
--
100%
15
0
An all-out attack that becomes more powerful the
less HP the user has.
Normal
--
--
25
0
The user creates a protective field that prevents
status conditions for five turns.
Bug
60
100%
5
0
The target is attacked with powdery scales blown
by the wind. This may also raise all the user’s stats.
By tutoring
Emerald
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Fighting
--
100%
20
-5
A retaliation move that counters any physical attack,
inflicting double the damage taken.
Normal
120
100%
15
0
A reckless, life-risking tackle. This also damages the
user quite a lot.
Normal
--
--
10
4
The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP.
Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
Bug
10
95%
20
0
The target is slashed with scythes or claws. This
attack becomes more powerful if it hits
in succession.
Normal
--
--
10
0
The user copies the target’s last move. The move
can be used during battle until the Pokémon is
switched out.
Normal
--
--
10
0
While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the
moves it knows.
Normal
40
100%
15
0
This attack can be used only if the user is asleep.
The harsh noise may also make the target flinch.
Normal
--
--
10
0
The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP.
The copy serves as the user’s decoy.
Normal
--
90%
15
0
The user enrages and confuses the target. However,
this also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.
Normal
60
--
20
0
Star-shaped rays are shot at the opposing Pokémon.
This attack never misses.
Normal
--
--
30
0
A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit.
This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.
By TM/HM
Emerald
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Poison
--
85%
10
0
A move that leaves the target badly poisoned.
Its poison damage worsens every turn.
Normal
30-70
100%
15
0
A unique attack that varies in type depending on the
Pokémon using it.
Fire
--
--
5
0
The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering
up Fire-type moves. It lowers the power of
Water-type moves.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The target is attacked with a powerful beam.
The user can’t move on the next turn.
Normal
--
--
10
4
Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of
failing rises if it is used in succession.
Water
--
--
5
0
The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five
turns, powering up Water-type moves. It lowers
the power of Fire-type moves.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
less the user likes its Trainer.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
more the user likes its Trainer.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
Flying
60
--
20
0
The user confounds the target with speed, then
slashes. This attack never misses.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
This attack move doubles its power if the user is
poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
The additional effects of this attack depend upon
where it was used.
Psychic
--
--
10
0
The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully
restores the user’s HP and heals any
status conditions.
Normal
--
100%
15
0
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target
becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.
Dark
40
100%
10
0
The user attacks and steals the target’s held item
simultaneously. The user can’t steal anything if it
already holds an item.
Steel
70
90%
25
0
The target is hit with wings of steel. This may also
raise the user’s Defense stat.
Normal
50
95%
30
0
The target is cut with a scythe or claw.
Fighting
20
100%
15
0
The user attacks with a punch. This may also lower
the target’s Defense stat.
By leveling up
FireRed and LeafGreen
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Normal
40
100%
30
1
The user lunges at the target at a speed that makes
it almost invisible. This move always goes first.
Normal
--
100%
30
0
The user gives opposing Pokémon an intimidating
leer that lowers the Defense stat.
Normal
--
--
30
0
The user takes a deep breath and focuses so that
critical hits land more easily.
Dark
40
100%
20
0
The power of this attack move is doubled if it’s used
on a target that’s switching out of battle.
Normal
40
100%
40
0
A restrained attack that prevents the target from
fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.
Psychic
--
--
30
0
The user relaxes and lightens its body to move
faster. This sharply raises the Speed stat.
Flying
60
100%
35
0
The target is struck with large, imposing wings
spread wide to inflict damage.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
The target is attacked with a slash of claws or
blades. Critical hits land more easily.
Normal
--
--
30
0
A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit.
This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
Bug
10
95%
20
0
The target is slashed with scythes or claws. This
attack becomes more powerful if it hits
in succession.
By breeding
FireRed and LeafGreen
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Normal
--
--
40
0
The user switches places with a party Pokémon in
waiting and passes along any stat changes.
Fighting
--
100%
20
-5
A retaliation move that counters any physical attack,
inflicting double the damage taken.
Normal
--
--
10
4
The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP.
Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
Psychic
--
--
30
0
A wondrous wall of light is put up to reduce damage
from special attacks for five turns.
Normal
80
100%
10
0
In this two-turn attack, blades of wind hit opposing
Pokémon on the second turn. Critical hits land
more easily.
Fighting
--
100%
15
0
An all-out attack that becomes more powerful the
less HP the user has.
Normal
--
--
25
0
The user creates a protective field that prevents
status conditions for five turns.
Bug
60
100%
5
0
The target is attacked with powdery scales blown
by the wind. This may also raise all the user’s stats.
By tutoring
FireRed and LeafGreen
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Fighting
--
100%
20
-5
A retaliation move that counters any physical attack,
inflicting double the damage taken.
Normal
120
100%
15
0
A reckless, life-risking tackle. This also damages the
user quite a lot.
Normal
--
--
10
0
The user copies the target’s last move. The move
can be used during battle until the Pokémon is
switched out.
Normal
--
--
10
0
The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP.
The copy serves as the user’s decoy.
Normal
--
--
30
0
A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit.
This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.
By TM/HM
FireRed and LeafGreen
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Poison
--
85%
10
0
A move that leaves the target badly poisoned.
Its poison damage worsens every turn.
Normal
30-70
100%
15
0
A unique attack that varies in type depending on the
Pokémon using it.
Fire
--
--
5
0
The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering
up Fire-type moves. It lowers the power of
Water-type moves.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The target is attacked with a powerful beam.
The user can’t move on the next turn.
Normal
--
--
10
4
Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of
failing rises if it is used in succession.
Water
--
--
5
0
The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five
turns, powering up Water-type moves. It lowers
the power of Fire-type moves.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
less the user likes its Trainer.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
more the user likes its Trainer.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
Flying
60
--
20
0
The user confounds the target with speed, then
slashes. This attack never misses.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
This attack move doubles its power if the user is
poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
The additional effects of this attack depend upon
where it was used.
Psychic
--
--
10
0
The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully
restores the user’s HP and heals any
status conditions.
Normal
--
100%
15
0
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target
becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.
Dark
40
100%
10
0
The user attacks and steals the target’s held item
simultaneously. The user can’t steal anything if it
already holds an item.
Steel
70
90%
25
0
The target is hit with wings of steel. This may also
raise the user’s Defense stat.
Normal
50
95%
30
0
The target is cut with a scythe or claw.
Fighting
20
100%
15
0
The user attacks with a punch. This may also lower
the target’s Defense stat.
By leveling up
Colosseum
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Normal
40
100%
30
1
The user lunges at the target at a speed that makes
it almost invisible. This move always goes first.
Normal
--
100%
30
0
The user gives opposing Pokémon an intimidating
leer that lowers the Defense stat.
Normal
--
--
30
0
The user takes a deep breath and focuses so that
critical hits land more easily.
Dark
40
100%
20
0
The power of this attack move is doubled if it’s used
on a target that’s switching out of battle.
Normal
40
100%
40
0
A restrained attack that prevents the target from
fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.
Psychic
--
--
30
0
The user relaxes and lightens its body to move
faster. This sharply raises the Speed stat.
Flying
60
100%
35
0
The target is struck with large, imposing wings
spread wide to inflict damage.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
The target is attacked with a slash of claws or
blades. Critical hits land more easily.
Normal
--
--
30
0
A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit.
This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
Bug
20
95%
20
0
The target is slashed with scythes or claws. This
attack becomes more powerful if it hits
in succession.
By TM/HM
Colosseum
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Poison
--
90%
10
0
A move that leaves the target badly poisoned.
Its poison damage worsens every turn.
Normal
30-70
100%
15
0
A unique attack that varies in type depending on the
Pokémon using it.
Fire
--
--
5
0
The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering
up Fire-type moves. It lowers the power of
Water-type moves.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The target is attacked with a powerful beam.
The user can’t move on the next turn.
Normal
--
--
10
4
Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of
failing rises if it is used in succession.
Water
--
--
5
0
The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five
turns, powering up Water-type moves. It lowers
the power of Fire-type moves.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
less the user likes its Trainer.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
more the user likes its Trainer.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
Flying
60
--
20
0
The user confounds the target with speed, then
slashes. This attack never misses.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
This attack move doubles its power if the user is
poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
The additional effects of this attack depend upon
where it was used.
Psychic
--
--
10
0
The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully
restores the user’s HP and heals any
status conditions.
Normal
--
100%
15
0
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target
becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.
Dark
40
100%
10
0
The user attacks and steals the target’s held item
simultaneously. The user can’t steal anything if it
already holds an item.
Steel
70
90%
25
0
The target is hit with wings of steel. This may also
raise the user’s Defense stat.
Normal
50
95%
30
0
The target is cut with a scythe or claw.
Fighting
40
100%
15
0
The user attacks with a punch. This may also lower
the target’s Defense stat.
By leveling up
XD
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Normal
40
100%
30
1
The user lunges at the target at a speed that makes
it almost invisible. This move always goes first.
Normal
--
100%
30
0
The user gives opposing Pokémon an intimidating
leer that lowers the Defense stat.
Normal
--
--
30
0
The user takes a deep breath and focuses so that
critical hits land more easily.
Dark
40
100%
20
0
The power of this attack move is doubled if it’s used
on a target that’s switching out of battle.
Normal
40
100%
40
0
A restrained attack that prevents the target from
fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.
Psychic
--
--
30
0
The user relaxes and lightens its body to move
faster. This sharply raises the Speed stat.
Flying
60
100%
35
0
The target is struck with large, imposing wings
spread wide to inflict damage.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
The target is attacked with a slash of claws or
blades. Critical hits land more easily.
Normal
--
--
30
0
A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit.
This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
Bug
20
95%
20
0
The target is slashed with scythes or claws. This
attack becomes more powerful if it hits
in succession.
By tutoring
XD
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Normal
120
100%
15
0
A reckless, life-risking tackle. This also damages the
user quite a lot.
Normal
--
--
10
0
The user copies the target’s last move. The move
can be used during battle until the Pokémon is
switched out.
Normal
--
--
10
0
The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP.
The copy serves as the user’s decoy.
Normal
--
90%
15
0
The user enrages and confuses the target. However,
this also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.
By TM/HM
XD
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Poison
--
90%
10
0
A move that leaves the target badly poisoned.
Its poison damage worsens every turn.
Normal
30-70
100%
15
0
A unique attack that varies in type depending on the
Pokémon using it.
Fire
--
--
5
0
The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering
up Fire-type moves. It lowers the power of
Water-type moves.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The target is attacked with a powerful beam.
The user can’t move on the next turn.
Normal
--
--
10
4
Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of
failing rises if it is used in succession.
Water
--
--
5
0
The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five
turns, powering up Water-type moves. It lowers
the power of Fire-type moves.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
less the user likes its Trainer.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
more the user likes its Trainer.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
Flying
60
--
20
0
The user confounds the target with speed, then
slashes. This attack never misses.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
This attack move doubles its power if the user is
poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
The additional effects of this attack depend upon
where it was used.
Psychic
--
--
10
0
The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully
restores the user’s HP and heals any
status conditions.
Normal
--
100%
15
0
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target
becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.
Dark
40
100%
10
0
The user attacks and steals the target’s held item
simultaneously. The user can’t steal anything if it
already holds an item.
Steel
70
90%
25
0
The target is hit with wings of steel. This may also
raise the user’s Defense stat.
Normal
50
95%
30
0
The target is cut with a scythe or claw.
Fighting
40
100%
15
0
The user attacks with a punch. This may also lower
the target’s Defense stat.
By TM/HM
Diamond and Pearl
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Poison
--
85%
10
0
A move that leaves the target badly poisoned.
Its poison damage worsens every turn.
Normal
30-70
100%
15
0
A unique attack that varies in type depending on the
Pokémon using it.
Fire
--
--
5
0
The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering
up Fire-type moves. It lowers the power of
Water-type moves.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The target is attacked with a powerful beam.
The user can’t move on the next turn.
Normal
--
--
10
4
Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of
failing rises if it is used in succession.
Water
--
--
5
0
The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five
turns, powering up Water-type moves. It lowers
the power of Fire-type moves.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
less the user likes its Trainer.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
more the user likes its Trainer.
Fighting
75
100%
15
0
The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break
barriers, such as Light Screen and Reflect.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
Flying
60
--
20
0
The user confounds the target with speed, then
slashes. This attack never misses.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
This attack move doubles its power if the user is
poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
The additional effects of this attack depend upon
where it was used.
Psychic
--
--
10
0
The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully
restores the user’s HP and heals any
status conditions.
Normal
--
100%
15
0
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target
becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.
Dark
40
100%
10
0
The user attacks and steals the target’s held item
simultaneously. The user can’t steal anything if it
already holds an item.
Steel
70
90%
25
0
The target is hit with wings of steel. This may also
raise the user’s Defense stat.
Flying
--
--
10
0
The user lands and rests its body. It restores the
user’s HP by up to half of its max HP.
Normal
40
100%
40
0
A restrained attack that prevents the target from
fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.
Normal
--
--
10
4
The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP.
Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
Bug
60
100%
5
0
The target is attacked with powdery scales blown
by the wind. This may also raise all the user’s stats.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The user charges at the target using every bit of its
power. The user can’t move on the next turn.
Normal
--
--
30
0
A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit.
This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
If any opposing Pokémon is the opposite gender of
the user, it is charmed, which harshly lowers its
Sp. Atk stat.
Bug
80
100%
15
0
The user slashes at the target by crossing its
scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors.
Normal
--
--
10
0
While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the
moves it knows.
Normal
--
100%
15
0
The user draws power to attack by using its held
Berry. The Berry determines the move’s type
and power.
Normal
--
90%
15
0
The user enrages and confuses the target. However,
this also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.
Bug
70
100%
20
0
After making its attack, the user rushes back to
switch places with a party Pokémon in waiting.
Normal
--
--
10
0
The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP.
The copy serves as the user’s decoy.
Normal
50
95%
30
0
The target is cut with a scythe or claw.
Flying
--
--
15
0
A strong wind blows away the target’s barriers such
as Reflect or Light Screen. This also lowers the
target’s evasiveness.
Fighting
40
100%
15
0
The user attacks with a punch. This may also lower
the target’s Defense stat.
By TM/HM
Platinum
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Poison
--
85%
10
0
A move that leaves the target badly poisoned.
Its poison damage worsens every turn.
Normal
30-70
100%
15
0
A unique attack that varies in type depending on the
Pokémon using it.
Fire
--
--
5
0
The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering
up Fire-type moves. It lowers the power of
Water-type moves.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The target is attacked with a powerful beam.
The user can’t move on the next turn.
Normal
--
--
10
4
Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of
failing rises if it is used in succession.
Water
--
--
5
0
The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five
turns, powering up Water-type moves. It lowers
the power of Fire-type moves.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
less the user likes its Trainer.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
more the user likes its Trainer.
Fighting
75
100%
15
0
The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break
barriers, such as Light Screen and Reflect.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
Flying
60
--
20
0
The user confounds the target with speed, then
slashes. This attack never misses.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
This attack move doubles its power if the user is
poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
The additional effects of this attack depend upon
where it was used.
Psychic
--
--
10
0
The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully
restores the user’s HP and heals any
status conditions.
Normal
--
100%
15
0
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target
becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.
Dark
40
100%
10
0
The user attacks and steals the target’s held item
simultaneously. The user can’t steal anything if it
already holds an item.
Steel
70
90%
25
0
The target is hit with wings of steel. This may also
raise the user’s Defense stat.
Flying
--
--
10
0
The user lands and rests its body. It restores the
user’s HP by up to half of its max HP.
Normal
40
100%
40
0
A restrained attack that prevents the target from
fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.
Normal
--
--
10
4
The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP.
Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
Bug
60
100%
5
0
The target is attacked with powdery scales blown
by the wind. This may also raise all the user’s stats.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The user charges at the target using every bit of its
power. The user can’t move on the next turn.
Normal
--
--
30
0
A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit.
This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
If any opposing Pokémon is the opposite gender of
the user, it is charmed, which harshly lowers its
Sp. Atk stat.
Bug
80
100%
15
0
The user slashes at the target by crossing its
scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors.
Normal
--
--
10
0
While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the
moves it knows.
Normal
--
100%
15
0
The user draws power to attack by using its held
Berry. The Berry determines the move’s type
and power.
Normal
--
90%
15
0
The user enrages and confuses the target. However,
this also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.
Bug
70
100%
20
0
After making its attack, the user rushes back to
switch places with a party Pokémon in waiting.
Normal
--
--
10
0
The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP.
The copy serves as the user’s decoy.
Normal
50
95%
30
0
The target is cut with a scythe or claw.
Flying
--
--
15
0
A strong wind blows away the target’s barriers such
as Reflect or Light Screen. This also lowers the
target’s evasiveness.
Fighting
40
100%
15
0
The user attacks with a punch. This may also lower
the target’s Defense stat.
By TM/HM
HeartGold and SoulSilver
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Poison
--
85%
10
0
A move that leaves the target badly poisoned.
Its poison damage worsens every turn.
Normal
30-70
100%
15
0
A unique attack that varies in type depending on the
Pokémon using it.
Fire
--
--
5
0
The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering
up Fire-type moves. It lowers the power of
Water-type moves.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The target is attacked with a powerful beam.
The user can’t move on the next turn.
Normal
--
--
10
4
Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of
failing rises if it is used in succession.
Water
--
--
5
0
The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five
turns, powering up Water-type moves. It lowers
the power of Fire-type moves.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
less the user likes its Trainer.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
more the user likes its Trainer.
Fighting
75
100%
15
0
The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break
barriers, such as Light Screen and Reflect.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
Flying
60
--
20
0
The user confounds the target with speed, then
slashes. This attack never misses.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
This attack move doubles its power if the user is
poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
The additional effects of this attack depend upon
where it was used.
Psychic
--
--
10
0
The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully
restores the user’s HP and heals any
status conditions.
Normal
--
100%
15
0
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target
becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.
Dark
40
100%
10
0
The user attacks and steals the target’s held item
simultaneously. The user can’t steal anything if it
already holds an item.
Steel
70
90%
25
0
The target is hit with wings of steel. This may also
raise the user’s Defense stat.
Flying
--
--
10
0
The user lands and rests its body. It restores the
user’s HP by up to half of its max HP.
Normal
40
100%
40
0
A restrained attack that prevents the target from
fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.
Normal
--
--
10
4
The user endures any attack with at least 1 HP.
Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.
Bug
60
100%
5
0
The target is attacked with powdery scales blown
by the wind. This may also raise all the user’s stats.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The user charges at the target using every bit of its
power. The user can’t move on the next turn.
Normal
--
--
30
0
A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit.
This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
If any opposing Pokémon is the opposite gender of
the user, it is charmed, which harshly lowers its
Sp. Atk stat.
Bug
80
100%
15
0
The user slashes at the target by crossing its
scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors.
Normal
--
--
10
0
While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the
moves it knows.
Normal
--
100%
15
0
The user draws power to attack by using its held
Berry. The Berry determines the move’s type
and power.
Normal
--
90%
15
0
The user enrages and confuses the target. However,
this also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.
Bug
70
100%
20
0
After making its attack, the user rushes back to
switch places with a party Pokémon in waiting.
Normal
--
--
10
0
The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP.
The copy serves as the user’s decoy.
Normal
50
95%
30
0
The target is cut with a scythe or claw.
Fighting
40
100%
15
0
The user attacks with a punch. This may also lower
the target’s Defense stat.
By TM/HM
Black and White
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Poison
--
90%
10
0
A move that leaves the target badly poisoned.
Its poison damage worsens every turn.
Normal
30-70
100%
15
0
A unique attack that varies in type depending on the
Pokémon using it.
Fire
--
--
5
0
The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering
up Fire-type moves. It lowers the power of
Water-type moves.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The target is attacked with a powerful beam.
The user can’t move on the next turn.
Psychic
--
--
30
0
A wondrous wall of light is put up to reduce damage
from special attacks for five turns.
Normal
--
--
10
4
Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of
failing rises if it is used in succession.
Water
--
--
5
0
The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five
turns, powering up Water-type moves. It lowers
the power of Fire-type moves.
Normal
--
--
25
0
The user creates a protective field that prevents
status conditions for five turns.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
less the user likes its Trainer.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
more the user likes its Trainer.
Fighting
75
100%
15
0
The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break
barriers, such as Light Screen and Reflect.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
Flying
60
--
20
0
The user confounds the target with speed, then
slashes. This attack never misses.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
This attack move doubles its power if the user is
poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.
Psychic
--
--
10
0
The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully
restores the user’s HP and heals any
status conditions.
Normal
--
100%
15
0
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target
becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.
Dark
40
100%
10
0
The user attacks and steals the target’s held item
simultaneously. The user can’t steal anything if it
already holds an item.
Normal
60
100%
15
0
The user attacks the target with a song. Others can
join in the Round to increase the power of
the attack.
Normal
40
100%
40
0
A restrained attack that prevents the target from
fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The user charges at the target using every bit of its
power. The user can’t move on the next turn.
Normal
--
--
30
0
A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit.
This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.
Bug
30
100%
20
0
While resisting, the user attacks the opposing
Pokémon. This lowers the Sp. Atk stat of those hit.
Bug
80
100%
15
0
The user slashes at the target by crossing its
scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors.
Normal
--
90%
15
0
The user enrages and confuses the target. However,
this also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.
Bug
70
100%
20
0
After making its attack, the user rushes back to
switch places with a party Pokémon in waiting.
Normal
--
--
10
0
The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP.
The copy serves as the user’s decoy.
Fighting
40
100%
15
0
The user attacks with a punch. This may also lower
the target’s Defense stat.
Normal
50
95%
30
0
The target is cut with a scythe or claw.
By TM/HM
Black 2 and White 2
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Poison
--
90%
10
0
A move that leaves the target badly poisoned.
Its poison damage worsens every turn.
Normal
30-70
100%
15
0
A unique attack that varies in type depending on the
Pokémon using it.
Fire
--
--
5
0
The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering
up Fire-type moves. It lowers the power of
Water-type moves.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The target is attacked with a powerful beam.
The user can’t move on the next turn.
Psychic
--
--
30
0
A wondrous wall of light is put up to reduce damage
from special attacks for five turns.
Normal
--
--
10
4
Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of
failing rises if it is used in succession.
Water
--
--
5
0
The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five
turns, powering up Water-type moves. It lowers
the power of Fire-type moves.
Normal
--
--
25
0
The user creates a protective field that prevents
status conditions for five turns.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
less the user likes its Trainer.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
more the user likes its Trainer.
Fighting
75
100%
15
0
The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break
barriers, such as Light Screen and Reflect.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
Flying
60
--
20
0
The user confounds the target with speed, then
slashes. This attack never misses.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
This attack move doubles its power if the user is
poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.
Psychic
--
--
10
0
The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully
restores the user’s HP and heals any
status conditions.
Normal
--
100%
15
0
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target
becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.
Dark
40
100%
10
0
The user attacks and steals the target’s held item
simultaneously. The user can’t steal anything if it
already holds an item.
Normal
60
100%
15
0
The user attacks the target with a song. Others can
join in the Round to increase the power of
the attack.
Normal
40
100%
40
0
A restrained attack that prevents the target from
fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The user charges at the target using every bit of its
power. The user can’t move on the next turn.
Normal
--
--
30
0
A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit.
This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.
Bug
30
100%
20
0
While resisting, the user attacks the opposing
Pokémon. This lowers the Sp. Atk stat of those hit.
Bug
80
100%
15
0
The user slashes at the target by crossing its
scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors.
Normal
--
90%
15
0
The user enrages and confuses the target. However,
this also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.
Bug
70
100%
20
0
After making its attack, the user rushes back to
switch places with a party Pokémon in waiting.
Normal
--
--
10
0
The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP.
The copy serves as the user’s decoy.
Fighting
40
100%
15
0
The user attacks with a punch. This may also lower
the target’s Defense stat.
Normal
50
95%
30
0
The target is cut with a scythe or claw.
By TM/HM
X and Y
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Poison
--
90%
10
0
A move that leaves the target badly poisoned.
Its poison damage worsens every turn.
Normal
60
100%
15
0
A unique attack that varies in type depending on the
Pokémon using it.
Fire
--
--
5
0
The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering
up Fire-type moves. It lowers the power of
Water-type moves.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The target is attacked with a powerful beam.
The user can’t move on the next turn.
Psychic
--
--
30
0
A wondrous wall of light is put up to reduce damage
from special attacks for five turns.
Normal
--
--
10
4
Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of
failing rises if it is used in succession.
Water
--
--
5
0
The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five
turns, powering up Water-type moves. It lowers
the power of Fire-type moves.
Flying
--
--
10
0
The user lands and rests its body. It restores the
user’s HP by up to half of its max HP.
Normal
--
--
25
0
The user creates a protective field that prevents
status conditions for five turns.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
less the user likes its Trainer.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
more the user likes its Trainer.
Fighting
75
100%
15
0
The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break
barriers, such as Light Screen and Reflect.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
Flying
60
--
20
0
The user confounds the target with speed, then
slashes. This attack never misses.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
This attack move doubles its power if the user is
poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.
Psychic
--
--
10
0
The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully
restores the user’s HP and heals any
status conditions.
Normal
--
100%
15
0
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target
becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.
Dark
60
100%
25
0
The user attacks and steals the target’s held item
simultaneously. The user can’t steal anything if it
already holds an item.
Normal
60
100%
15
0
The user attacks the target with a song. Others can
join in the Round to increase the power of
the attack.
Steel
70
90%
25
0
The target is hit with wings of steel. This may also
raise the user’s Defense stat.
Normal
40
100%
40
0
A restrained attack that prevents the target from
fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The user charges at the target using every bit of its
power. The user can’t move on the next turn.
Normal
--
--
20
0
A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit.
This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.
Bug
50
100%
20
0
While resisting, the user attacks the opposing
Pokémon. This lowers the Sp. Atk stat of those hit.
Bug
80
100%
15
0
The user slashes at the target by crossing its
scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors.
Normal
--
90%
15
0
The user enrages and confuses the target. However,
this also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.
Normal
--
--
10
0
While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the
moves it knows.
Bug
70
100%
20
0
After making its attack, the user rushes back to
switch places with a party Pokémon in waiting.
Normal
--
--
10
0
The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP.
The copy serves as the user’s decoy.
Fighting
40
100%
15
0
The user attacks with a punch. This may also lower
the target’s Defense stat.
Normal
--
--
20
0
The user tells the target a secret, and the target
loses its ability to concentrate. This lowers
the target’s Sp. Atk stat.
Normal
50
95%
30
0
The target is cut with a scythe or claw.
By TM/HM
Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Poison
--
90%
10
0
A move that leaves the target badly poisoned.
Its poison damage worsens every turn.
Normal
60
100%
15
0
A unique attack that varies in type depending on the
Pokémon using it.
Fire
--
--
5
0
The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering
up Fire-type moves. It lowers the power of
Water-type moves.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The target is attacked with a powerful beam.
The user can’t move on the next turn.
Psychic
--
--
30
0
A wondrous wall of light is put up to reduce damage
from special attacks for five turns.
Normal
--
--
10
4
Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of
failing rises if it is used in succession.
Water
--
--
5
0
The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five
turns, powering up Water-type moves. It lowers
the power of Fire-type moves.
Flying
--
--
10
0
The user lands and rests its body. It restores the
user’s HP by up to half of its max HP.
Normal
--
--
25
0
The user creates a protective field that prevents
status conditions for five turns.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
less the user likes its Trainer.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
more the user likes its Trainer.
Fighting
75
100%
15
0
The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break
barriers, such as Light Screen and Reflect.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
Flying
60
--
20
0
The user confounds the target with speed, then
slashes. This attack never misses.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
This attack move doubles its power if the user is
poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.
Psychic
--
--
10
0
The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully
restores the user’s HP and heals any
status conditions.
Normal
--
100%
15
0
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target
becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.
Dark
60
100%
25
0
The user attacks and steals the target’s held item
simultaneously. The user can’t steal anything if it
already holds an item.
Normal
60
100%
15
0
The user attacks the target with a song. Others can
join in the Round to increase the power of
the attack.
Steel
70
90%
25
0
The target is hit with wings of steel. This may also
raise the user’s Defense stat.
Normal
40
100%
40
0
A restrained attack that prevents the target from
fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The user charges at the target using every bit of its
power. The user can’t move on the next turn.
Normal
--
--
20
0
A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit.
This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.
Bug
50
100%
20
0
While resisting, the user attacks the opposing
Pokémon. This lowers the Sp. Atk stat of those hit.
Bug
80
100%
15
0
The user slashes at the target by crossing its
scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors.
Normal
--
90%
15
0
The user enrages and confuses the target. However,
this also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.
Normal
--
--
10
0
While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the
moves it knows.
Bug
70
100%
20
0
After making its attack, the user rushes back to
switch places with a party Pokémon in waiting.
Normal
--
--
10
0
The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP.
The copy serves as the user’s decoy.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
The additional effects of this attack depend upon
where it was used.
Normal
--
--
20
0
The user tells the target a secret, and the target
loses its ability to concentrate. This lowers
the target’s Sp. Atk stat.
Normal
50
95%
30
0
The target is cut with a scythe or claw.
Fighting
40
100%
15
0
The user attacks with a punch. This may also lower
the target’s Defense stat.
By TM/HM
Sun and Moon
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Poison
--
90%
10
0
A move that leaves the target badly poisoned.
Its poison damage worsens every turn.
Normal
60
100%
15
0
A unique attack that varies in type depending on the
Pokémon using it.
Fire
--
--
5
0
The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering
up Fire-type moves. It lowers the power of
Water-type moves.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The target is attacked with a powerful beam.
The user can’t move on the next turn.
Psychic
--
--
30
0
A wondrous wall of light is put up to reduce damage
from special attacks for five turns.
Normal
--
--
10
4
Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of
failing rises if it is used in succession.
Water
--
--
5
0
The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five
turns, powering up Water-type moves. It lowers
the power of Fire-type moves.
Flying
--
--
10
0
The user lands and rests its body. It restores the
user’s HP by up to half of its max HP.
Normal
--
--
25
0
The user creates a protective field that prevents
status conditions for five turns.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
less the user likes its Trainer.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
more the user likes its Trainer.
Fighting
75
100%
15
0
The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break
barriers, such as Light Screen and Reflect.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
Flying
60
--
20
0
The user confounds the target with speed, then
slashes. This attack never misses.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
This attack move doubles its power if the user is
poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.
Psychic
--
--
10
0
The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully
restores the user’s HP and heals any
status conditions.
Normal
--
100%
15
0
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target
becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.
Dark
60
100%
25
0
The user attacks and steals the target’s held item
simultaneously. The user can’t steal anything if it
already holds an item.
Normal
60
100%
15
0
The user attacks the target with a song. Others can
join in the Round to increase the power of
the attack.
Steel
70
90%
25
0
The target is hit with wings of steel. This may also
raise the user’s Defense stat.
Normal
40
100%
40
0
A restrained attack that prevents the target from
fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.
Dark
60
100%
20
0
The user swings its body around violently to inflict
damage on everything in its vicinity.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The user charges at the target using every bit of its
power. The user can’t move on the next turn.
Normal
--
--
20
0
A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit.
This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.
Bug
80
100%
15
0
The user slashes at the target by crossing its
scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors.
Normal
--
85%
15
0
The user enrages and confuses the target. However,
this also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.
Normal
--
--
10
0
While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the
moves it knows.
Bug
70
100%
20
0
After making its attack, the user rushes back to
switch places with a party Pokémon in waiting.
Normal
--
--
10
0
The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP.
The copy serves as the user’s decoy.
Normal
--
--
20
0
The user tells the target a secret, and the target
loses its ability to concentrate. This lowers
the target’s Sp. Atk stat.
By TM/HM
Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon
Move
Power
Accuracy
PP
Priority
Poison
--
90%
10
0
A move that leaves the target badly poisoned.
Its poison damage worsens every turn.
Normal
60
100%
15
0
A unique attack that varies in type depending on the
Pokémon using it.
Fire
--
--
5
0
The user intensifies the sun for five turns, powering
up Fire-type moves. It lowers the power of
Water-type moves.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The target is attacked with a powerful beam.
The user can’t move on the next turn.
Psychic
--
--
30
0
A wondrous wall of light is put up to reduce damage
from special attacks for five turns.
Normal
--
--
10
4
Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of
failing rises if it is used in succession.
Water
--
--
5
0
The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five
turns, powering up Water-type moves. It lowers
the power of Fire-type moves.
Flying
--
--
10
0
The user lands and rests its body. It restores the
user’s HP by up to half of its max HP.
Normal
--
--
25
0
The user creates a protective field that prevents
status conditions for five turns.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
less the user likes its Trainer.
Normal
--
100%
20
0
This full-power attack grows more powerful the
more the user likes its Trainer.
Fighting
75
100%
15
0
The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break
barriers, such as Light Screen and Reflect.
Normal
--
--
15
0
By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of
itself to raise its evasiveness.
Flying
60
--
20
0
The user confounds the target with speed, then
slashes. This attack never misses.
Normal
70
100%
20
0
This attack move doubles its power if the user is
poisoned, burned, or paralyzed.
Psychic
--
--
10
0
The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully
restores the user’s HP and heals any
status conditions.
Normal
--
100%
15
0
If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target
becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.
Dark
60
100%
25
0
The user attacks and steals the target’s held item
simultaneously. The user can’t steal anything if it
already holds an item.
Normal
60
100%
15
0
The user attacks the target with a song. Others can
join in the Round to increase the power of
the attack.
Steel
70
90%
25
0
The target is hit with wings of steel. This may also
raise the user’s Defense stat.
Normal
40
100%
40
0
A restrained attack that prevents the target from
fainting. The target is left with at least 1 HP.
Dark
60
100%
20
0
The user swings its body around violently to inflict
damage on everything in its vicinity.
Normal
150
90%
5
0
The user charges at the target using every bit of its
power. The user can’t move on the next turn.
Normal
--
--
20
0
A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit.
This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.
Bug
80
100%
15
0
The user slashes at the target by crossing its
scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors.
Normal
--
85%
15
0
The user enrages and confuses the target. However,
this also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.
Normal
--
--
10
0
While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the
moves it knows.
Bug
70
100%
20
0
After making its attack, the user rushes back to
switch places with a party Pokémon in waiting.
Normal
--
--
10
0
The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP.
The copy serves as the user’s decoy.
Normal
--
--
20
0
The user tells the target a secret, and the target
loses its ability to concentrate. This lowers
the target’s Sp. Atk stat.
#123 Scyther
Sprites & extra info…
![[EN]](../images/flags/en.png){kind=small}
![[IT]](../images/flags/it.png){kind=small}
![[FR]](../images/flags/fr.png){kind=small}
![[DE]](../images/flags/de.png){kind=small}
![[ES]](../images/flags/es.png){kind=small}
![[FOOTPRINT]](../sprites/footprints/ftp__123.png "Footprint"){kind=small}
% Catch rate: 45/255
Base friendship: 70/255
Green
Gen. I-V data
Gen. I:
Strike
Blue
