# Scizor - VGC 18 Global Link Usage Statistics

> Competitive usage data for Scizor in VGC 18 Global Link. Data from Pikalytics.

## Quick Info

| Property | Value |
|----------|-------|
| **Format** | VGC 18 Global Link (`vgc2018pgl`) |
| **Game** | Pokemon Scarlet Violet |
| **Category** | vgc2018pgl |
| **Data Date** | 2026-04 |

## Page Links

- **Standard Web Page** (for users): [View on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2018pgl/Scizor)
- **AI Data** (this page): https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2018pgl/Scizor
- **Format Overview**: [VGC 18 Global Link Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2018pgl)
- **AI Format Index**: [/ai/pokedex/vgc2018pgl](https://www.pikalytics.com/ai/pokedex/vgc2018pgl)

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## Common Moves
- **Bullet Punch**: 99.027%
- **Bug Bite**: 78.671%
- **Protect**: 57.351%
- **Swords Dance**: 46.181%
- **Superpower**: 45.022%
- **Knock Off**: 33.551%
- **Iron Head**: 19.975%
- **U-turn**: 8.770%
- **Other**: 11.453%

## Common Abilities
- **Technician**: 98.965%
- **Light Metal**: 0.972%
- **Swarm**: 0.063%

## Common Items
- **Assault Vest**: 32.286%
- **Life Orb**: 28.729%
- **Safety Goggles**: 13.715%
- **Choice Band**: 9.271%
- **Aguav Berry**: 7.509%
- **Occa Berry**: 4.127%
- **Other**: 4.362%

## Common Teammates
- **Tapu Koko**: 63.729%
- **Swampert-Mega**: 44.470%
- **Salamence-Mega**: 42.394%
- **Politoed**: 38.308%
- **Kingdra**: 30.818%
- **Pelipper**: 14.197%

## FAQ for Scizor in vgc2018pgl-1760

### What are the top moves for Scizor?
The most common moves for Scizor are Bullet Punch, Bug Bite, Protect, Swords Dance. These represent the highest usage percentages on the ladder.

### What are the best teammates for Scizor?
Scizor is frequently paired with Tapu Koko, Swampert-Mega, Salamence-Mega, Politoed. These partners help cover its weaknesses or enhance its offensive capabilities.

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

### What is the most common EV Spread and Nature for Scizor?
The top build for Scizor features a **Brave** nature with an EV spread of `244/196/0/0/68/0`. This configuration accounts for 32.210% of competitive builds.

### Which Ability and Item should I use on Scizor?
Scizor is most effectively run with the ability **Technician** (98.965%) and the item **Assault Vest** (32.286%).

### What is the most common role for Scizor?
Based on common item usage (Assault Vest), Scizor often functions as a **tactical** in the vgc2018pgl-1760 meta.

### What are the base stats for Scizor?
| Stat | Value |
|------|-------|
| HP | 70 |
| Attack | 130 |
| Defense | 100 |
| Sp. Atk | 55 |
| Sp. Def | 80 |
| Speed | 65 |
| **BST** | **500** |

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## Additional Resources

- [View Scizor on Pikalytics](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2018pgl/Scizor) - Full interactive stats page
- [VGC 18 Global Link Pokedex](https://www.pikalytics.com/pokedex/vgc2018pgl) - All Pokemon in this format
- [Team Builder](https://www.pikalytics.com/team/vgc2018pgl) - Build teams with Scizor
- [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).*