Scyther 45
Set: Wizards Black Star Promos
Released: Jul 1, 1999
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About Scyther
With ninja-like agility and speed, it can create the illusion that there is more than one.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- Type
Grass - National Pokédex #[123]
- Card Number 45
- Card RarityPromo
- IllustratorHironobu Yoshida
- LanguageEnglish
- Release Date01/07/1999
- SeriesBase
- Expansion Wizards Black Star Promos
- Evolves To
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionKanto
- Generation Generation 1
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Grass
- Health Points60 HP
- Weakness
Fire ×2
- Resistance
Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×1
Grass 
Fire ×2 
Fighting -30 
Colorless ×1 Attacks
- Slashing Strike40
Scyther can't use this attack during your next turn. (Benching or evolving Scyther ends this effect.)
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Scyther in an action-packed pose, giving a sense of dynamic motion. Scyther is leaping through the air against a vibrant sky, featuring a gradient of blues and whites that suggest a bright day. The background includes hints of green hills, adding depth to the scene. The art style is bold and clean, with sharp outlines that emphasize Scyther's form. The color palette is dominated by greens and yellows, reflecting Scyther's natural, mantis-like appearance. Shading is minimal yet effective, lending a sense of three-dimensionality to the Pokémon. The overall mood is energetic and intense, capturing the swift and agile nature of Scyther.
Playability Overview
Scyther offers moderate early-game offense with Slashing Strike, but its attack lock drawback requires careful timing and benching to maintain pressure without losing momentum.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Winged FuryScyther's artwork captures its swift, agile nature perfectly. The vibrant greens and yellows depict a sunlit scene, making it a great fit for an "Aerial Assault" page. Pair it with other Flying types, especially those with similar action poses, to create a dynamic display that emphasizes movement and energy.Additional Binder Suggestions: Forest / Fierce / Bright Colors / Aerial Combat / Insect Life
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