persian

Persian is a Normal-type Pokémon introduced in Generation I.

Type: Normal

Abilities:

• Limber: Prevents Persian from being paralyzed.
• Technician: Increases the power of Persian's moves that have a base power of 60 or less by 50%.
• Unnerve (Hidden Ability): Prevents opposing Pokémon from using their held Berries.

Physical Characteristics:

• Sleek, feline Pokémon with a lithe, muscular build.
• Creamy fur with a glossy sheen.
• Distinctive red gem on its forehead.
• Sharp, pointed ears and a long, elegant tail that curls at the end.
• Whiskers that are sensitive to changes in air movement, aiding in its agility.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Often found in urban areas and grasslands.
• Known for its sophisticated demeanor and strong territorial instincts.
• Moves gracefully and stealthily, making it a skilled hunter.
• Despite its elegant appearance, it can be quite temperamental and aggressive when threatened.
• Prefers to live in areas where it can easily stalk its prey.

In Battle:

• Known for its speed and agility, making it an effective physical attacker.
• Utilizes moves such as Fake Out, Swift, and Slash for quick and decisive strikes.
• Can support its team with moves like Taunt and Nasty Plot.
• Weak against Fighting-type moves but can outspeed many opponents.
• Benefits from Technician ability to enhance the power of its quick attacks.

Evolution:

• Evolves from Meowth starting at level 28.
• Alolan Persian, a regional variant, evolves from Alolan Meowth when leveled up with high friendship.

Interesting Facts:

• Based on the Persian cat, known for its luxurious fur and haughty demeanor.
• Known as the "Classy Cat Pokémon" due to its refined appearance.
• Frequently depicted as the companion of Team Rocket's Giovanni in various media.
• Its forehead gem is believed to have mystical powers, adding to its allure and mystique.
• Alolan Persian, its regional variant, has a different appearance and type, being Dark-type with a rounded face, and is often associated with the Alola region's aristocracy.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Red: Although its fur has many admirers, it is tough toraise as a pet because of its fickle meanness.
• Blue: Although its fur has many admirers, it is tough toraise as a pet because of its fickle meanness.
• Yellow: The gem in its forehead glows on its own! It walkswith all the grace and elegance of a proud queen.
• Gold: Many adore it for its sophisticated air. However, itwill lash out and scratch for little reason.
• Silver: Its lithe muscles allow it to walk without makinga sound. It attacks in an instant.
• Crystal: Behind its lithe, elegant appearance lies a barbaricside. It will tear apart its prey on a mere whim.
• Ruby: PERSIAN has six bold whiskers that give it a look of toughness. The whiskers sense air movements to determine whatis in the Pokémon’s surrounding vicinity. It becomes docile if grabbed by the whiskers.
• Sapphire: PERSIAN has six bold whiskers that give it a look of toughness. The whiskers sense air movements to determine whatis in the Pokémon’s surrounding vicinity. It becomes docile if grabbed by the whiskers.
• Emerald: A PERSIAN’s six bold whiskers sense air movements to determine what is in its vicinity. It becomes docile if grabbed by the whiskers.
• Firered: Has a vicious temperament. Beware if it raises its tail straight up. It is a signal that it is about to pounce and bite.
• Leafgreen: Although its fur has many admirers, it is tough to raise as a pet because of its fickle meanness.
• Diamond: A very haughty Pokémon. Among fans, the size of the jewel in its forehead is a topic of much talk.
• Pearl: A very haughty Pokémon. Among fans, the size of the jewel in its forehead is a topic of much talk.
• Platinum: A very haughty Pokémon. Among fans, the size of the jewel in its forehead is a topic of much talk.
• Heartgold: Many adore it for its sophisticated air. However, it will lash out and scratch for little reason.
• Soulsilver: Its lithe muscles allow it to walk without making a sound. It attacks in an instant.
• Black: A very haughty Pokémon. Among fans, the size of the jewel in its forehead is a topic of much talk.
• White: A very haughty Pokémon. Among fans, the size of the jewel in its forehead is a topic of much talk.
• Black-2: A very haughty Pokémon. Among fans, the size of the jewel in its forehead is a topic of much talk.
• White-2: A very haughty Pokémon. Among fans, the size of the jewel in its forehead is a topic of much talk.
• X: Although its fur has many admirers, it is tough to raise as a pet because of its fickle meanness.
• Y: Its lithe muscles allow it to walk without making a sound. It attacks in an instant.
• Omega-Ruby: Persian has six bold whiskers that give it a look of toughness. The whiskers sense air movements to determine what is in the Pokémon’s surrounding vicinity. It becomes docile if grabbed by the whiskers.
• Alpha-Sapphire: Persian has six bold whiskers that give it a look of toughness. The whiskers sense air movements to determine what is in the Pokémon’s surrounding vicinity. It becomes docile if grabbed by the whiskers.
• Sun: It has a violent temperament. It will attack anything that looks it in the eye. Its sharp claws inflict deep wounds.
• Moon: It has a high opinion of itself, although not to the same extent as the Alolan Persian. It’s quite difficult to make friends with this Pokémon.
• Ultra-Sun: Although the jewel on its forehead appears to be a different color than those of Alolan Persian, it’s mostly made of the same material.
• Ultra-Moon: This Pokémon is popular with rich people. It’s also targeted by hunters who are after the jewel in its forehead.
• Lets-Go-Pikachu: The gem in its forehead glows on its own! It walks with all the grace and elegance of a proud queen.
• Lets-Go-Eevee: The gem in its forehead glows on its own! It walks with all the grace and elegance of a proud queen.
• Sword: Getting this prideful Pokémon to warm up to you takes a lot of effort, and it will claw at you the moment it gets annoyed.
• Shield: Its elegant and refined behavior clashes with that of the barbaric Perrserker. The relationship between the two is one of mutual disdain.

53 National

53 Kanto

137 Original-Johto

139 Updated-Johto

59 Conquest-Gallery

46 Original-Alola

46 Original-Melemele

24 Original-Ulaula

53 Updated-Alola

53 Updated-Melemele

24 Updated-Ulaula

53 Letsgo-Kanto

184 Galar

142 Paldea