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No. 0863

Perrserker

Viking Pokémon

Perrserker
Official art
Steel
Height
0.8 m 2′07″
Weight
28 kg 61.7 lbs
Base stat total
440 Higher than 48% of Pokémon
Introduced
Gen VIII Sword & Shield
Abilities
Champions#204 Doubles ▼11 · #247 Singles ▲3Usual set Focus Sash · Adamant · HP 32 / Atk 32 / SpD 2Full set →
Pokédex entryShield
After many battles, it evolved dangerous claws that come together to form daggers when extended.
See all 2 entries

Base stats

HP70145–177250–344
Atk110117–178202–350
Def100108–167184–328
SpA5063–11294–218
SpD6072–123112–240
Spe5063–11294–218
Total440Higher than 48% of Pokémon
HP70Atk110Def100Spe50SpD60SpA50

Ranges in Pokémon Champions at Lv 50: 0 Stat Points with a −10% Stat Alignment to 32 Stat Points with a +10% one (HP has no alignment).Ranges in the main games at Lv 100: 0 IV/EV with a hindering nature to 31 IV/252 EV with a helpful nature. EV yield: 2 Atk.

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Type matchups

Weak to

2×
FightingFireGround

Resists

½×
BugDragonFairyFlyingGrassIceNormalPsychicRockSteel

Immune to

0×
Poison
Takes normal damage from 4 types
GhostWaterElectricDark

Speed tiers

The faster Pokémon moves first each turn, so knowing who you outspeed decides a lot of battles. These are its Speed values at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions (base Speed 50); Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+112Max102No SP70Min63Scarf168Tailwind224

At max Speed, Perrserker outspeeds 11 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC on Showdown.

  1. 203Mega Garchomp ZModest · 32 SP · #21 on Showdown
  2. 200Mega GengarTimid · 32 SP · #26 on Showdown
  3. 190Mega Raichu YTimid · 23 SP · #13 on Showdown
  4. 189Mega SalamenceTimid · 32 SP · #4 on Showdown
  5. 184WhimsicottTimid · 32 SP · #23 on Showdown
  6. 178Mega MetagrossJolly · 32 SP · #28 on Showdown
  7. 178Mega StaraptorJolly · 32 SP · #29 on Showdown
  8. 172SneaslerAdamant · 32 SP · #2 on Showdown
  9. 169Mega FloetteTimid · 32 SP · #17 on Showdown
  10. 169GarchompJolly · 32 SP · #19 on Showdown
  11. 167Mega Charizard YTimid · 32 SP · #14 on Showdown
  12. 167Mega GardevoirTimid · 32 SP · #20 on Showdown
  13. 161IndeedeeTimid · 32 SP · #30 on Showdown
  14. 156Hisuian ArcanineJolly · 32 SP · #16 on Showdown
  15. 150ArchaludonTimid · 32 SP · #9 on Showdown
  16. 149GholdengoTimid · 32 SP · #8 on Showdown
  17. 143BasculegionJolly · 32 SP · #6 on Showdown
  18. 128PelipperTimid · 32 SP · #12 on Showdown
  19. 120VolcaronaBold · 0 SP · #25 on Showdown
  20. 112Perrserker · Max+32 SP, Speed-raising alignment
  21. 105RillaboomAdamant · 0 SP · #1 on Showdown
  22. 102Perrserker · Max32 SP, neutral alignment
  23. 101MiloticCalm · 0 SP · #15 on Showdown
  24. 95SylveonModest · 15 SP · #18 on Showdown
  25. 94Female IndeedeeRelaxed · 0 SP · #7 on Showdown
  26. 90PolitoedCalm · 0 SP · #22 on Showdown
  27. 90SinistchaBold · 0 SP · #24 on Showdown
  28. 85ArmarougeQuiet · 0 SP · #27 on Showdown
  29. 80IncineroarCareful · 0 SP · #3 on Showdown
  30. 80FarigirafBold · 0 SP · #11 on Showdown
  31. 70Perrserker · No SP0 SP, neutral alignment
  32. 70KingambitAdamant · 0 SP · #5 on Showdown
  33. 60Mega GolisopodAdamant · 0 SP · #10 on Showdown

Smogon · Showdown Others at their most common Speed investment in Champions VGC (Reg M-C · Doubles, Sep 2026); Pokémon holding a Mega Stone are shown as their Mega.

Abilities

Competitive

Ranked ladder · in-game

Doubles

#204 of 262 used

▼ 9 places since Oct 22
Oct 22Oct 28
▼ 11 places since Oct 21
Oct 21Oct 28

Focus Sash (33.6%) · (77.9%) · Adamant (39.5%) · HP 32 / Atk 32 / SpD 2 (21%)

Moves Iron Head, Fake Out, Protect, Helping Hand

Singles

#247 of 262 used

▲ 1 place since Oct 22
Oct 22Oct 28
▲ 3 places since Oct 21
Oct 21Oct 28

Focus Sash (39.6%) · (52.1%) · Adamant (49.3%) · HP 32 / Atk 32 / Def 2 (25.6%)

Moves Iron Head, Fake Out, Metal Burst, Close Combat

Daily usage rank on the Pokémon Champions ladder, updated Oct 28. Battle data provided by Pokémon Champions Battle Data.

Smogon · Showdown On Showdown

Sep 2026

0.19% of teams · rank #139 · Reg M-C · Doubles · 1760+ rating · 1,631,943 battles · Sep 2026

Most common build

Item
Focus Sash
Ability
Stat Alignment
Adamant
Stat Points
2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe
  1. Iron Head
  2. Fake Out
  3. Helping Hand
  4. Protect

Each part is the most used on its own, so not every team runs this exact set.

Usage by rating

  • All players0.54%
  • Rated 1500+0.34%
  • Rated 1630+0.18%
  • Rated 1760+0.19%

Usage by month

Apr 20260.19%

Moves

Items

Abilities

  • 94.1%
  • 3.9%
  • 2.1%

EV spreads

  • Adamant 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe13.2%
  • Brave 32 HP / 32 Atk / 2 SpD11.3%
  • Jolly 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe9.6%
  • Adamant 32 HP / 32 Atk / 2 SpD9.3%
  • Adamant 32 HP / 26 Atk / 8 SpD8.5%

Common teammates

Other Showdown formats Scarlet & Violet, with Tera
SV SinglesZUSV Doubles(DUU)National DexRU

Evolution

  1. #0052Galarian MeowthSteel
    1. Level 28
      #0863PerrserkerSteel

Moves

Level up 16

EvoIron Head30% chance to make the target flinch.SteelPhys80100%15
1Fake OutHits first. First turn out only. 100% flinch chance.NormalPhys40100%10
1GrowlLowers the foe(s) Attack by 1.NormalStatus—100%40
1Hone ClawsRaises the user's Attack and accuracy by 1.DarkStatus——15
1Iron DefenseRaises the user's Defense by 2.SteelStatus——15
1Metal BurstIf hit by an attack, returns 1.5× damage.SteelPhys—100%10
1ScratchNo additional effect.NormalPhys40100%35
12Pay DayScatters coins.NormalPhys40100%20
16Metal Claw10% chance to raise the user's Attack by 1.SteelPhys5095%35
20TauntTarget can't use status moves its next 3 turns.DarkStatus—100%20
24SwaggerRaises the target's Attack by 2 and confuses it.NormalStatus—85%15
31Fury SwipesHits 2-5 times in one turn.NormalPhys1880%15
36ScreechLowers the target's Defense by 2.NormalStatus—85%40
42SlashHigh critical hit ratio.NormalPhys70100%20
48Metal SoundLowers the target's Sp. Def by 2.SteelStatus—85%40
54ThrashLasts 2-3 turns. Confuses the user afterwards.NormalPhys120100%10

TM / HM / TR 58

TM01Take DownHas 1/4 recoil.NormalPhys9085%20
TM02CharmLowers the target's Attack by 2.FairyStatus—100%20
TM03Fake TearsLowers the target's Sp. Def by 2.DarkStatus—100%20
TM07ProtectPrevents moves from affecting the user this turn.NormalStatus——10
TM18ThiefIf the user has no item, it steals the target's.DarkPhys60100%25
TM20Trailblaze100% chance to raise the user's Speed by 1.GrassPhys50100%20
TM22Chilling Water100% chance to lower the target's Attack by 1.WaterSpec50100%20
TM25FacadePower doubles if user is burn/poison/paralyzed.NormalPhys70100%20
TM31Metal Claw10% chance to raise the user's Attack by 1.SteelPhys5095%35
TM43FlingFlings the user's item at the target. Power varies.DarkPhys—100%10
TM47EndureUser survives attacks this turn with at least 1 HP.NormalStatus——10
TM49Sunny DayFor 5 turns, intense sunlight powers Fire moves.FireStatus——5
TM50Rain DanceFor 5 turns, heavy rain powers Water moves.WaterStatus——5
TM55DigDigs underground turn 1, strikes turn 2.GroundPhys80100%10
TM57False SwipeAlways leaves the target with at least 1 HP.NormalPhys40100%40
TM58Brick BreakDestroys screens, unless the target is immune.FightingPhys75100%15
TM60U-turnUser switches out after damaging the target.BugPhys70100%20
TM61Shadow ClawHigh critical hit ratio.GhostPhys70100%15
TM62Foul PlayUses target's Attack stat in damage calculation.DarkPhys95100%15
TM66Body Slam30% chance to paralyze the target.NormalPhys85100%15
TM70Sleep TalkUser must be asleep. Uses another known move.NormalStatus——10
TM71Seed BombNo additional effect.GrassPhys80100%15
TM80MetronomePicks a random move.NormalStatus——10
TM85RestUser sleeps 2 turns and restores HP and status.PsychicStatus——5
TM87TauntTarget can't use status moves its next 3 turns.DarkStatus—100%20
TM88Swords DanceRaises the user's Attack by 2.NormalStatus——20
TM94Dark Pulse20% chance to make the target flinch.DarkSpec80100%15
TM99Iron Head30% chance to make the target flinch.SteelPhys80100%15
TM102Gunk Shot30% chance to poison the target.PoisonPhys12080%5
TM103SubstituteUser takes 1/4 its max HP to put in a substitute.NormalStatus——10
TM104Iron DefenseRaises the user's Defense by 2.SteelStatus——15
TM105X-ScissorNo additional effect.BugPhys80100%15
TM108Crunch20% chance to lower the target's Defense by 1.DarkPhys80100%15
TM114Shadow Ball20% chance to lower the target's Sp. Def by 1.GhostSpec80100%15
TM116Stealth RockHurts foes on switch-in. Factors Rock weakness.RockStatus——20
TM117Hyper VoiceNo additional effect. Hits adjacent foes.NormalSpec90100%10
TM121Heavy SlamMore power the heavier the user than the target.SteelPhys—100%10
TM126Thunderbolt10% chance to paralyze the target.ElectricSpec90100%15
TM127Play Rough10% chance to lower the target's Attack by 1.FairyPhys9090%10
TM128AmnesiaRaises the user's Sp. Def by 2.PsychicStatus——20
TM130Helping HandOne adjacent ally's move power is 1.5× this turn.NormalStatus——20
TM132Baton PassUser switches, passing stat changes and more.NormalStatus——40
TM140Nasty PlotRaises the user's Sp. Atk by 2.DarkStatus——20
TM152Giga ImpactUser cannot move next turn.NormalPhys15090%5
TM163Hyper BeamUser cannot move next turn.NormalSpec15090%5
TM166Thunder30% chance to paralyze. Can't miss in rain.ElectricSpec11070%10
TM167Close CombatLowers the user's Defense and Sp. Def by 1.FightingPhys120100%5
TM170Steel BeamUser loses 50% max HP.SteelSpec14095%5
TM171Tera BlastIf Terastallized: Phys. if Atk > SpA, type = Tera.NormalSpec80100%10
TM177SpiteLowers the PP of the target's last move by 4.GhostStatus—100%10
TM180Gyro BallMore power the slower the user than the target.SteelPhys—100%5
TM181Knock Off1.5× damage if foe holds an item. Removes item.DarkPhys65100%20
TM199Lash Out2× power if the user had a stat lowered this turn.DarkPhys75100%5
TM204Double-EdgeHas 33% recoil.NormalPhys120100%15
TM205EndeavorLowers the target's HP to the user's HP.NormalPhys—100%5
TM221Throat ChopFor 2 turns, the target cannot use sound moves.DarkPhys80100%15
TM223Metal SoundLowers the target's Sp. Def by 2.SteelStatus—85%40
TM224CurseCurses if Ghost, else -1 Spe, +1 Atk, +1 Def.GhostStatus——10

Biology

The evolution of Galarian Meowth, Perrserker lives for the thrill of fights.

Design & origin

Perrserker's design is based on the Norwegian forest cat and Vikings, due to its black hardened hair that resembles the stereotypical Viking helmet, large, grey beard, and sharp claws calling back to axes.

Adapted from Wikipedia: List of generation VIII Pokémon · CC BY-SA 4.0 · edited.

Pokédex entries

Viking Pokémon
Galar · Sword & Shield
Color
Brown
—
Galar#183Hyperspace#006

  1. After many battles, it evolved dangerous claws that come together to form daggers when extended.

    Shield

  2. What appears to be an iron helmet is actually hardened hair. This Pokémon lives for the thrill of battle.

    Sword

Names around the world

English
Perrserker
Japanese
ニャイキング
Japanese (romaji)
Nyaiking
Korean
나이킹
Chinese (Traditional)
喵頭目
Chinese (Simplified)
喵头目
French
Berserkatt
German
Mauzinger
Spanish
Perrserker
Italian
Perrserker

Sprites

Artwork and 3D models

Generation IX · animated models

Generation VIII · animated models

Training

2 Atk
90 ≈11.8% with a Poké Ball at full HP
50
154
Medium

Breeding

Field
♂ 50%♀ 50%
20 egg cycles ≈5,355 steps (Gen IV–VII)

Where to find

Evolves from Galarian Meowth: Level 28.

Shield: The Crown Tundra 5 areas
  • Frigid Sea (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
  • Giant's Bed (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
  • Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65
  • Path to the Peak (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
  • Snowslide Slope (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Shield: The Isle of Armor 3 areas
  • Brawlers' Cave (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Courageous Cavern (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Stepping-Stone Sea (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Sword: The Crown Tundra 5 areas
  • Frigid Sea (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
  • Giant's Bed (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
  • Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65
  • Path to the Peak (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
  • Snowslide Slope (Max Den C)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Sword: The Isle of Armor 3 areas
  • Brawlers' Cave (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Courageous Cavern (Max Den B)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
  • Stepping-Stone Sea (Max Den A)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 45–60
Shield 8 areas
  • Dusty Bowl (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
  • Giant's Mirror (Main Area)Special overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 65
  • Giant's Seat (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
  • Giant's Seat (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
  • Lake of OutrageWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 50–60
  • Route 7Walking in the overworld · Lv 37–41
  • Route 9 (Outer Spikemuth)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 40–44
  • Stony Wilderness (Max Den H)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50
Sword 8 areas
  • Dusty Bowl (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
  • Giant's Mirror (Main Area)Special overworld spawn in a fixed location. · Lv 65
  • Giant's Seat (Max Den D)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
  • Giant's Seat (Max Den E)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–60
  • Lake of OutrageWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 50–60
  • Route 7Walking in the overworld · Lv 37–41
  • Route 9 (Outer Spikemuth)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 40–44
  • Stony Wilderness (Max Den H)Catch a wild Dynamax or Gigantamax Pokémon in a Max Raid battle. · Lv 35–50

Locations cover Red & Blue to Sword & Shield (with its DLC) and Let’s Go. We don’t have them yet for Legends: Arceus, Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl, Scarlet & Violet and Legends: Z-A.