No. 123
Scyther
Mantis Pokémon
Scyther at a Glance
Scyther (No. 123) is a Bug/Flying Pokémon in the Mantis Pokémon category. In a typical playthrough it becomes most useful after you reach Withered Wastelands, so plan its unlock around that milestone instead of forcing it too early.
Its S-rated Chopping specialty makes it a dependable fit for forest routes work, and the secondary Transport skill lets it cover a second lane when your roster is thin. It is most efficient when paired with the materials it already favors — Small Log, Lumber.
For gathering runs, Scyther brings 96 chop power at 92 speed (S tier), placing it in the top tier for sustained tree clearing. Its strongest use case is large tree clusters and fast log farming.
Work Specialty
Scyther works best on chopping tasks and can back up transport duties. Its S-rated fit makes it a top-tier pick for the right worksite.
Worksites
Materials
Small Log, Lumber
Habitat
Scyther is a Forest habitat resident first unlocked in Withered Wastelands. Set up the right furniture and comfort before expecting it to spawn.
Requirements
- Nature theme furniture x4
- Comfort 75+
Chopping Ability
Power: 96
Speed: 92
Large tree clusters and fast log farming
How to Use Scyther
Scyther fits naturally into a team that needs chopping work. Unlock its Forest habitat in Withered Wastelands first, then match the required furniture and comfort to start spawning it reliably. In wood-heavy routes, its chopping profile makes it a solid choice when large tree clusters and fast log farming. Pair it with a transport or hauling partner to keep extraction cycles continuous, and revisit the assignment after each new area unlock.
Reading Scyther's Chop Numbers
A S chop rating with 96 power and 92 speed means Scyther clears trees steadily rather than explosively. Power controls how much it can fell before needing a break, while speed sets how fast each tree falls, so a spread like this favors routes full of mid-size clusters over a handful of giant trees.
In practice, Scyther is at its best in large tree clusters and fast log farming. Run it there on a fixed loop and batch the haul between passes; when the route is stable, its real value is the predictable per-run output you can plan a build around.
Strategic Role & Deployment Advice
As a Bug/Flying type, Scyther occupies a specific niche in your island's ecosystem. Depending on the current season and your island's biome development, its utility can range from a dedicated specialist to a versatile generalist. We recommend evaluating its role every time you unlock a new area or upgrade your main storage facilities.
For players focused on rapid expansion, Scyther is best deployed in a "Support Cycle" where it handles secondary resource gathering while your S-tier specialists focus on the primary bottlenecks. If you are in the early-to-mid game, prioritize its habitat setup to ensure you have a steady supply of its unique materials, which are often required for advanced furniture recipes.
In co-op sessions, Scyther excels when paired with teammates who can provide stamina buffs or speed modifiers. Its Bug/Flying typing often grants it resistance to specific environmental hazards found in the later zones, making it a safer pick for long-distance extraction runs compared to more fragile species.
Optimization and Team Synergy
To get the most out of Scyther, look for synergy with other residents of the same type or those that share its worksite preferences. A team of Bug/Flying Pokémon often benefits from shared habitat bonuses, reducing the overall furniture cost while maintaining high productivity levels.
If you find that Scyther's output is lagging behind, check its current comfort level and furniture proximity. Even a B-tier worker can outperform an S-tier specialist if the environment is perfectly optimized. Small adjustments to the placement of its preferred furniture can lead to significant gains in gathering speed and specialty success rates.