Scyther Raid Counters
Best counters and strategies to beat Scyther in Pokemon GO raids.
How to Beat Scyther
Scyther is a 3-Star Raids raid boss in Pokemon GO with bug/flying typing. The best counter is Shadow Rampardos (Shadow) with Smack Down and Rock Slide, dealing 54.857 DPS. Scyther's shiny form is available from raid encounters.
Scyther can be defeated by a minimum of 2 trainers using optimal counters at level 40+. We recommend 4+ trainers for a comfortable win, especially if your team isn't fully powered up.
Type strategy: Scyther is weak to Rock (double weak!), Electric, Fire, Flying, Ice -type attacks. Avoid using Ground, Fighting, Grass-type moves as Scyther resists them. Focus your team on the highest DPS counters from the list below — even budget options without Shadow or Mega forms perform well in larger groups.
Top 3 counters: The strongest lineup against Scyther is Shadow Rampardos (54.857 DPS), Mega Diancie (54.632 DPS), and Shadow Tyrantrum (51.600 DPS). Shadow variants deal 20% more damage but take 20% more — worth it for short-man attempts.
Catching Scyther: After defeating Scyther, the catch encounter will have a CP between 1509 and 1585 at level 20. With weather boost, the range is 1877-1972 at level 25. A perfect 100% IV Scyther from raids will have exactly 1585 CP — look for that number! Use Golden Razz Berries and Excellent curveball throws to maximize your catch rate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best counters for Scyther?
The best counter for Scyther is Shadow Rampardos with Smack Down and Rock Slide, dealing 54.857 DPS. Other top options include Mega Diancie (54.632 DPS) and Shadow Tyrantrum (51.600 DPS).
How many trainers to beat Scyther?
Scyther can be defeated by a minimum of 2 high-level trainers with optimal counters. We recommend 4+ trainers for a comfortable win. In public lobbies, 5-6 is a safe number.
What is Scyther weak to?
Scyther is weak to Rock (double weak), Electric, Fire, Flying, Ice-type attacks. It resists Ground, Fighting, Grass, Bug-type moves, so avoid those.
Can Scyther be shiny in Pokemon GO?
Yes! Scyther's shiny form is available from raid encounters. The shiny rate for legendary raids is approximately 1 in 20 (5%). Use a Pinap Berry if you already have a shiny and want extra candy.
What CP is a 100% IV Scyther from raids?
A 100% IV (15/15/15) Scyther from raids will have 1585 CP at level 20, or 1972 CP at level 25 with weather boost. The minimum CP (10/10/10 IVs) is 1509. If you see 1585 CP in the catch screen, it's a perfect — use a Golden Razz Berry!
Is Scyther worth raiding in Pokemon GO?
Scyther is a lower-tier raid boss that can be soloed or defeated easily with 1-2 trainers. It's useful for farming candy, earning XP, and potentially getting a high-IV specimen. Worth doing when convenient, but doesn't require spending Premium Passes.
What is the best moveset for Scyther?
For the best moveset for Scyther itself (when using it as an attacker), check the full Scyther stats page which includes optimal fast and charged move combinations for both PvE raids and PvP GO Battle League, along with DPS calculations and PvP rankings.
Can I beat Scyther without Shadow or Mega Pokemon?
Yes! While Shadow and Mega Pokemon are the top DPS options, Scyther can be defeated using regular (non-Shadow, non-Mega) counters. The best budget options are Glimmora (45.933 DPS) and Rampardos (45.714 DPS). You may need 5-6 trainers instead of the minimum 2 when using budget teams. Check the Budget Counters section above for the full F2P-friendly list.
What weather boosts Scyther in raids?
Scyther is weather boosted during rainy,windy weather. When boosted, Scyther is harder to defeat (higher CP in the raid) but the catch encounter will be level 25 instead of 20, giving you a higher CP catch (1877-1972 CP) with potentially better IVs. Weather boost is a double-edged sword — harder raid, better reward.