Scizor (Pokémon)
Scizor (Japanese: ハッサム Hassam) is a dual-type Bug/Steel Pokémon introduced in Generation II.
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It evolves from Scyther when traded while holding a Metal Coat (from Generations II to VII, Sword and Shield, and Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl) or when exposed to a Metal Coat (Pokémon Legends: Arceus). It is one of Scyther's final forms, the other being Kleavor.
In the Hisui region, Scizor evolves from Scyther when exposed to a Metal Coat.
Scizor can Mega Evolve into Mega Scizor using the Scizorite.
Biology

Scizor is a bipedal, insectoid Pokémon with a red, metallic exoskeleton. It has gray, retractable forewings and hind wings with simple, curved venation. Its rounded head has three blunt horns extending above its forehead and eyes with dark yellow pupils. Scizor's thin, black neck connects to a black, teardop-shaped patch on its thorax. Scizor has broad shoulders and thin, segmented arms ending in large, round pincers, which make up a third of Scizor's body weight. Scizor has a large, rounded abdomen with three black, chevron-shaped stripes extending from its waist down its front; female Scizor have larger abdomens than male Scizor. Scizor's legs are defined by large hip joints, thin thighs, and wide calves, and its feet end in a clawed toe on each side.
Mega Scizor's pincers lengthen and develop serrations. The lower half of the claws turn white and gain three-pointed spikes on the underside. The barbs on Mega Scizor's claws can stab through concrete, and opponents caught in them are unable to escape.[1] Its eyespots are now blue with a thin black rim. Though they lack the black rim, its eyes are blue as well. Additional pieces of black armoring appear on various areas of its body: a three-pointed crest on its forehead and striated coverings on its shoulders and thighs. Mega Scizor's legs are less detailed and resemble large, tapered spikes with white tips.
Scizor's body is as hard as steel, with claws strong enough to crush any hard object. They can be opened and closed like jaws, and are patterned with black, eyespots with yellow "pupils". Its muscles are said to be made of metal. It will raise its claws and wave them around to scare off predators or foes, giving it the appearance of having three heads. When it identifies an enemy, Scizor will use its claw to beat up the opponent to the point there is nothing but scrap left afterward. Scizor is incapable of flight, instead quickly flapping its wings to regulate its body temperature. It does this to prevent its body from becoming too hot and melting. It has tremendous power despite its slim body. Scizor is rarely found in the wild, though it can be found in grasslands.
While Mega Scizor is formidable, it cannot maintain this form for extended periods of time; after too long, its body starts to melt and it loses the strength to wield its heavy pincers. The reason is due to it being overflown with excess energy from its Mega Evolution, unable to properly regulate its body temperature. Mega Scizor uses its pincers to rip anything it grabs to shreds. It prefers to beat up the opponents instead of grasping them.
In the anime


Goh's Scizor
In Searching for Chivalry!, Goh's Scyther evolved into Scizor by being transferred through a trade machine while holding a Metal Coat.
Other
Two Scizor debuted in Wired For Battle. One was owned by Muramasa, who nicknamed it Masamune; while the other was owned by Shingo, who nicknamed it Blade.
In Celebi: The Voice of the Forest, the Iron-Masked Marauder used a Scizor and a Sneasel to retrieve Celebi.
In Can't Beat the Heat!, Gary used a Scizor during his battle against Ash in the Silver Conference. It defeated Snorlax and Muk before losing to Charizard.
In A Judgment Brawl, Katie used a Scizor during her battle against Ash in the Ever Grande Conference. It battled Swellow and lost.
In Curbing the Crimson Tide!, a Scizor known as "Red Lightning" would battle other people's Pokémon and scribble on their faces once it won. Its voice in the persona was provided by its Trainer, Luna. Its reign of terror ended when Ash's Pikachu blasted its costume off and Ash's Sceptile defeated it in battle.
In Gymbaliar!, Minnie used a Scizor in a battle against Brock's Croagunk (which was under the ownership of Jessie at the time) and lost.
In Mastering Current Events!, McCann used a Scizor in a battle against Ash and Gliscor, and it was able to beat Gliscor using the wind. It had a rematch against Gliscor and nearly lost, but it was again able to win the match.
In Zoroark: Master of Illusions, Goone used two Scizor as his main offensive Pokémon.
In Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction, Wikstrom's Mega Scizor briefly battled Diantha's Gardevoir while it was also Mega Evolved.
In Battle Royal 151!, Guzma used a Scizor for the Battle Royal preliminary round of the Manalo Conference. It made several reappearances throughout the Alola League arc.
Minor appearances

In Tricks of the Trade, a Scizor was at the Pokémon Swap Meet in Palmpona.
In Imitation Confrontation, Team Rocket's fantasy featured a Scizor.
In Around the Whirlpool, Brock's example featured a Scizor.
A Trainer's Scizor appeared in You're a Star, Larvitar!.
In Vanity Affair, a Trainer's Scizor battled Ash's Torkoal and was defeated by its Overheat.
In The Saffron Con, Nurse Joy used a Scizor to cut Jessie's hair when it became tangled with James's Cacnea.
In An Elite Meet and Greet!, a Trainer's Scizor battled Lucian's Girafarig and was defeated despite having the type advantage.
A Scizor appeared in Camping It Up!.
In Steeling Peace of Mind!, a Scizor was affected by Team Galactic's meddling on Iron Island.
A Scizor that can Mega Evolve into Mega Scizor appeared in the opening of Mega Evolution Special I.
A Mega Scizor appeared in the ending credits of Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction.
In A Showcase Debut!, a Performer's Scizor competed in the Coumarine Showcase. In Master Class is in Session!, it competed in the Gloire Showcase.
In Mega Evolution Special IV, a Trainer's Scizor was one of the ten Mega Evolved Pokémon that Alain and his Charizard had to defeat.
In Master Class Choices!, a Performer's Scizor competed in the Fleurrh Showcase.
In A Full-Strength Battle Surprise!, a Trainer's Scizor battled Ash and Greninja but was eventually defeated.
A Trainer's Scizor appeared in The Power of Us.
In Trade, Borrow, and Steal!, a Scizor was part of Kricketina Kylie's Bug-type Pokémon collection, as shown in her Rotom Phone.
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In the manga


Ash & Pikachu
In One Half Of A Poké Ball, Gary's Scizor was on the scoreboard during Ash's Silver Conference battle with him.
In Battle Till The End! Drake, One Of The Elite Four!, a Trainer's Scizor was defeated by Ash.
Movie adaptations
Goone owns a Scizor in Zoroark: Master of Illusions.
Gold, Silver & Crystal chapter
- Main article: Blue's Scizor
In Murkrow Row, a Scizor was in Joey's bag after Gold helped him get it back.
In Forretress of Solitude, Blue's Scizor was revealed to have evolved from his Scyther prior to this chapter.
In The Last Battle XIII, a Scizor was sent to participate in the fight in Ilex Forest.
FireRed & LeafGreen chapter
Blue brought his Scizor on his journey to the Sevii Islands.
X & Y chapter
A Mega Scizor appeared in a fantasy in Lucky Lucario Was Here.
A Scizor that can Mega Evolve appeared in a fantasy in PS561.
Pokémon Pocket Monsters
Giovanni was revealed to own a Scizor in Pokémon Hair Salon Opens!!. It became his battling Pokémon after revealing himself from his disguise as Green.
Other appearances

Super Smash Bros. Melee
When released from a Poké Ball, Scizor will charge forward while flailing its claws, then leap high into the air and fall off the screen. Its attack pattern is similar to Marill.
Trophy information
This evolved form of Scyther has arms ending in large pincers with distinctive eye-spot markings. It's unable to fly very far with its wings, but it can affect its body temperature by flapping them at high speeds. Its sleek look has made Scizor quite popular among collectors.
Super Smash Bros. for Wii U
Scizor makes a cameo appearance in the Kalos Pokémon League. When the stage transitions to the Ironworks Chamber, it can be seen in the background along with Steelix, Klinklang, and Honedge.
Trophy information
NA: Is that a three-headed monster?! No, wait... the left and right heads are actually claws! Creepy. Most creatures that have face-like patterns use them defensively to give themselves a chance to flee. Scizor throws that idea away and uses them to scare foes while it attacks!
PAL: It may look like this Pokémon has three heads, but that's just what it wants you to think. Look closer and you'll see that two of them are actually claws. Most creatures with face-like markings use them to scare predators to give themselves a chance to run away, but Scizor seems more likely to attack while its foe is stunned!
Pokkén Tournament DX
Scizor is a playable character in the arcade and Nintendo Switch versions of Pokkén Tournament.
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Scizor returns as a Poké Ball item as it did in Super Smash Bros. Melee. It retains its movement and actions from prior games, using Metal Claw to fly at and slash opponents in its way with great speed. It then jumps off the screen. Its appearance on Kalos Pokémon League also returns. It also appears as a Spirit.
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NPC appearances
- Pokémon Ranger: Garret uses a Scizor in his attempts to stop the player.
- Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness: Scizor is a famous explorer who is captured by Froslass in ice for several decades. The player defeats Froslass and frees Scizor, who bestows the Secret Rank upon the player's team in gratitude.
- Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Darkness's Scizor returns as a fainted Pokémon that must be given an apple to connect with the player. Upon connection, he will also connect the player's team with Froslass.
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| DPPtHGSS | Goone's Scizor | Japanese | Japan Wi-Fi |
50 | June 18 to July 14, 2010 |
| DPPtHGSS | Goone's Scizor | Korean | South Korea Wi-Fi |
50 | January 7 to 31, 2011 |
| B2W2 | Strongest Class Single Battle Scizor | Japanese | Japan | 100 | September 15 to October 28, 2012 |
| B2W2 | Strongest Class Pokémon Gift Scizor | Korean | South Korea | 100 | February 24 to May 5, 2013 |
| XY | Winter 2013 Scizor | American region | United States | 50 | November 27, 2013 to June 30, 2014 |
| XY | Pokémon Center Scizor | All | Japan | 25 | February 1 to 28, 2014 |
| XY | Pokémon Center Battle Championship Scizor | All | Japan | 50 | May 19 to 25, 2014; June 23 to July 6, 2014 |
Pokémon Global Link promotions
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| BWB2W2 | Global Link Scizor | English | PGL | 10 | December 20, 2012 to February 21, 2013 |
| BWB2W2 | Global Link Scizor | French | PGL | 10 | December 20, 2012 to February 21, 2013 |
| BWB2W2 | Global Link Scizor | German | PGL | 10 | December 20, 2012 to February 21, 2013 |
| BWB2W2 | Global Link Scizor | Italian | PGL | 10 | December 20, 2012 to February 21, 2013 |
| BWB2W2 | Global Link Scizor | Spanish | PGL | 10 | December 20, 2012 to February 21, 2013 |
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HP: 70 |
130 - 177 | 250 - 344 | |
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121 - 200 | 238 - 394 | |
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94 - 167 | 184 - 328 | |
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54 - 117 | 103 - 229 | |
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76 - 145 | 148 - 284 | |
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63 - 128 | 121 - 251 | |
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HP: 70 |
130 - 177 | 250 - 344 | |
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139 - 222 | 274 - 438 | |
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63 - 128 | 121 - 251 | |
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Scizor is available in Sword and Shield Version 1.2.0+, Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, and Pokémon Legends: Arceus.
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In Pokémon GO, Scizor can be obtained by completing 3/5 of the Special Research, A Drive to Investigate.
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Trivia
- Scizor shares its category with Kingler: They are both known as the Pincer Pokémon. However, Scizor was known as the Scissors Pokémon in Generation II and has been called the Scissor Pokémon in the anime.
- Despite having different base stats, Scizor, Kleavor, and Scyther all have a base stat total of 500. (Scyther has a higher base Speed, whereas Scizor and Kleavor have a higher base Attack and Defense.) As such, Scizor and Kleavor are the only Pokémon to not have their base stat total changed upon evolving.
- Mega Scizor is tied with Mega Pinsir, Mega Heracross, and Genesect for the highest base stat total of all Bug-type Pokémon.
- Scizor can be seen as a parallel to Steelix:
- Both have pre-evolved forms from Generation I and were introduced in Generation II.
- Both evolve via trading with a Metal Coat.
- After evolving, both lose one of their pre-evolved form's types and gain a Steel type.
- Both gain a Mega Evolution in Generation VI.
Origin
Scizor may draw inspiration from mantises and/or wasp mantidflies.
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