# Scyther - Best Builds, Moves and Teams in VGC 2023 Series 1

> Find the best Scyther builds, best moves, best teams, usage trends, and counters in VGC 2023 Series 1. Data from Pikalytics.

## Best Scyther Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 2023 Series 1 (`gen9vgc2023series1`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | gen9vgc2023series1 |
| **Usage** | N/A |
| **Win Rate** | N/A |
| **Record** | N/A |
| **Data Date** | 2026-05 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2023series1/Scyther)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2023series1/Scyther
- **Format Overview**: [VGC 2023 Series 1 Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2023series1)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2023series1](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/gen9vgc2023series1)

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## Defensive Type Matchups

| Category | Attacking Types |
|----------|-----------------|
| **Weak To** | Rock (4x), Fire (2x), Electric (2x), Ice (2x), Flying (2x) |
| **Resists** | Grass (1/4x), Fighting (1/4x), Bug (1/2x) |
| **Immune To** | Ground (0x) |

## Common Moves
- **Baton Pass**: 100.000%
- **Aerial Ace**: 100.000%
- **Swords Dance**: 100.000%
- **Quick Attack**: 100.000%

## Common Abilities
- **Technician**: 100.000%

## Common Items
- **Eviolite**: 100.000%
- **Other**: 0.000%

## Common Teammates
- **Golduck**: 100.000%
- **Scizor**: 100.000%
- **Drednaw**: 100.000%
- **Ceruledge**: 100.000%
- **Pelipper**: 100.000%

## FAQ for Scyther in gen9vgc2023series1-1760

### What are the top moves for Scyther?
The most common moves for Scyther are Baton Pass, Aerial Ace, Swords Dance, Quick Attack. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best team partners for Scyther?
Scyther is frequently paired with Golduck, Scizor, Drednaw, Ceruledge. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### What is Scyther weak to and resistant against?
Scyther is weak to Rock (4x), Fire (2x), Electric (2x), Ice (2x), Flying (2x), resists Grass (1/4x), Fighting (1/4x), Bug (1/2x), and is immune to Ground (0x).

### Which Tera Types are best for Scyther?
Tera Type data is not available or not applicable for this format.

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Scyther?
The top build for Scyther features a **Jolly** nature with an EV spread of `4/252/0/0/0/252`. This configuration accounts for 100.000% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Scyther?
Scyther is most effectively run with the ability **Technician** (100.000%) and the item **Eviolite** (100.000%).

### What is the most common role for Scyther?
Based on common item usage (Eviolite), Scyther often functions as a **tactical** in the gen9vgc2023series1-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Scyther?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 70 |
| Attack | 110 |
| Defense | 80 |
| Sp. Atk | 55 |
| Sp. Def | 80 |
| Speed | 105 |
| **BST** | **500** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Scyther on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2023series1/Scyther) - Full interactive stats page
- [VGC 2023 Series 1 Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/gen9vgc2023series1) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/gen9vgc2023series1) - Build teams with Scyther
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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