'''Scizor''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ハッサム''' ''Hassam'') is a dual-type {{2t|Bug|Steel}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} introduced in [[Generation II]].
'''Scizor''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ハッサム''' ''Hassam'') is a dual-type {{2t|Bug|Steel}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} introduced in [[Generation II]].
It [[Evolution|evolves]] from {{p|Scyther}} when {{DL|Trade|Pokémon that evolve when traded|traded}} while holding a [[Metal Coat]].
It [[Evolution|evolves]] from {{p|Scyther}} when {{DL|Trade|Pokémon that evolve when traded|traded}} while holding a [[Metal Coat]]. It is one of Scyther's final forms, the other being {{p|Kleavor}}.
Scizor can [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] into '''Mega Scizor''' using the [[Scizorite]].
Scizor can [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] into '''Mega Scizor''' using the [[Scizorite]].
Scizor is a bipedal, insectoid Pokémon with a red, metallic exoskeleton. It has gray, retractable forewings and hind wings with simple, curved venation. Its head is kite-shaped with three blunt horns extending above its forehead, and dark yellow eyes. Scizor's neck and part of its thorax give the appearance of being exposed: they show black skin and are surrounded by its raised exoskeleton. Scizor has a large abdomen with three black, pointed stripes below the waist; the female has a larger abdomen than the male. Scizor has broad shoulders and thin, segmented arms ending in large, round pincers, which make up a third of Scizor's body weight. Scizor's legs are defined by large hip joints, thin thighs, and wide calves, its feet ending in one clawed toe in front and another in the back.
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 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 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.
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.
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!
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. It also appears as a Spirit.
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.
Pokédex entries
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation II.
Scizor has a body with the hardness of steel. It is not easily fazed by ordinary sorts of attacks. This Pokémon flaps its wings to regulate its body temperature.
A Scizor has a body with the hardness of steel. It is not easily fazed by ordinary sorts of attacks. It flaps its wings to regulate its body temperature.
Scizor has a body with the hardness of steel. It is not easily fazed by ordinary sorts of attacks. This Pokémon flaps its wings to regulate its body temperature.
This section is incomplete. Please feel free to edit this section to add missing information and complete it. Reason: Missing sprites for Generation VI & VIII
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation II.
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 and its pre-evolved form both have a base stat total of 500. (Scyther has a higher base Speed, whereas Scizor has a higher base Attack and Defense.) As such, Scizor is the only Pokémon to not have its base stat total changed upon evolving.
Scizor, like its pre-evolution, seems to draw inspiration from mantises. Its red coloration brings to mind winged fire ants, and it also shares characteristics with wasp-mimicking mantidflies.
Name origin
Scizor is a corruption of scissor or a combination of scissors and razor.
Hassam is a corruption of 剪む hasamu (to clip or snip).
This Pokémon article is part of Project Pokédex, a Bulbapedia project that aims to write comprehensive articles on each Pokémon species, as well as Pokémon groups and forms.
Starf Berry (100%)
Life Orb (100%)
Silver Powder (100%)
Scizorite (100%)
+ 
For other sprites and images, please see Scizor images on the Bulbagarden Archives.
