# Scyther - Gen 7 Monotype Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Scyther in Gen 7 Monotype. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | Gen 7 Monotype (`monotype`) |
| **Game** | Pokémon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | monotype |
| **Data Date** | 2026-03 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/monotype/Scyther)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/monotype/Scyther
- **Format Overview**: [Gen 7 Monotype Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/monotype)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/monotype](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/monotype)

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## Common Moves
- **Dual Wingbeat**: 87.463%
- **Bug Bite**: 87.278%
- **Swords Dance**: 82.921%
- **Thief**: 66.435%
- **Close Combat**: 16.163%
- **U-turn**: 12.986%
- **Trailblaze**: 12.817%
- **Aerial Ace**: 11.876%
- **Quick Attack**: 10.162%
- **Other**: 11.899%

## Common Abilities
- **Technician**: 99.340%
- **Steadfast**: 0.630%
- **Swarm**: 0.030%

## Common Items
- **Heavy-Duty Boots**: 67.160%
- **Eviolite**: 20.286%
- **Choice Scarf**: 7.166%
- **Expert Belt**: 3.605%
- **Other**: 1.784%

## Common Teammates
- **Volcarona**: 91.165%
- **Forretress**: 88.260%
- **Araquanid**: 84.882%
- **Kleavor**: 77.298%
- **Scizor**: 73.255%
- **Ribombee**: 12.205%

## FAQ for Scyther in monotype-1760

### What are the top moves for Scyther?
The most common moves for Scyther are Dual Wingbeat, Bug Bite, Swords Dance, Thief. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Scyther?
Scyther is frequently paired with Volcarona, Forretress, Araquanid, Kleavor. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

### 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 `0/252/0/0/4/252`. This configuration accounts for 77.683% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Scyther?
Scyther is most effectively run with the ability **Technician** (99.340%) and the item **Heavy-Duty Boots** (67.160%).

### What is the most common role for Scyther?
Based on common item usage (Heavy-Duty Boots), Scyther often functions as a **tactical** in the monotype-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/monotype/Scyther) - Full interactive stats page
- [Gen 7 Monotype Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/monotype) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/monotype) - Build teams with Scyther
- [Damage Calculator](https://www.pikalytics.com/calc) - Calculate damage

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*Generated by [Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com). For more context on site data and AI usage, see [llms-full.txt](https://www.pikalytics.com/llms-full.txt).*