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Persian

Classy Cat Pokémon

Persian official artwork
Official art

Persian is a Normal-type Pokémon, 2× weak to Fighting, with a base stat total of 440. In Pokémon Champions it’s #240 on the Doubles ladder and #245 in Singles, as of Oct 28, 2026.

Height
1 m 3′03″
Weight
32 kg 70.5 lbs
Base stat total
440 Higher than 48% of Pokémon
Introduced
Gen I Red & Green (JP)
Abilities
Champions#240 Doubles ▼2 · #245 Singles ▼2Usual set Focus Sash · Timid · HP 2 / SpA 32 / Spe 32Full set →
Its elegant and refined behavior clashes with that of the barbaric Perrserker. The relationship between the two is one of mutual disdain.
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Base stats

HP65140–172240–334
Atk7081–134130–262
Def6072–123112–240
SpA6576–128121–251
SpD6576–128121–251
Spe115121–183211–361
Total440Higher than 48% of Pokémon
HP65Atk70Def60Spe115SpD65SpA65

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 Spe.

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Type matchups

Weak to

2×
Fighting

Immune to

0×
Ghost
Takes normal damage from 16 types
NormalFlyingPoisonGroundRockBugSteelFireWaterGrassElectricPsychicIceDragonDarkFairy

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 115); Scarf and Tailwind use the Max+ value.

Max+183Max167No SP135Min121Scarf274Tailwind366

At max Speed, Persian outspeeds 25 of the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC on Showdown.

Speed at Lv 50 in Pokémon Champions: Persian against the 30 most used Pokémon in Champions VGC on Showdown, fastest first
SpeedPokémon
203Mega Garchomp ZModest · 32 SP · #21 on Showdown
200Mega GengarTimid · 32 SP · #26 on Showdown
190Mega Raichu YTimid · 23 SP · #13 on Showdown
189Mega SalamenceTimid · 32 SP · #4 on Showdown
184WhimsicottTimid · 32 SP · #23 on Showdown
183Persian · Max+32 SP, Speed-raising alignment
178Mega MetagrossJolly · 32 SP · #28 on Showdown
178Mega StaraptorJolly · 32 SP · #29 on Showdown
172SneaslerAdamant · 32 SP · #2 on Showdown
169Mega FloetteTimid · 32 SP · #17 on Showdown
169GarchompJolly · 32 SP · #19 on Showdown
167Persian · Max32 SP, neutral alignment
167Mega Charizard YTimid · 32 SP · #14 on Showdown
167Mega GardevoirTimid · 32 SP · #20 on Showdown
161IndeedeeTimid · 32 SP · #30 on Showdown
156Hisuian ArcanineJolly · 32 SP · #16 on Showdown
150ArchaludonTimid · 32 SP · #9 on Showdown
149GholdengoTimid · 32 SP · #8 on Showdown
143BasculegionJolly · 32 SP · #6 on Showdown
135Persian · No SP0 SP, neutral alignment
128PelipperTimid · 32 SP · #12 on Showdown
120VolcaronaBold · 0 SP · #25 on Showdown
105RillaboomAdamant · 0 SP · #1 on Showdown
101MiloticCalm · 0 SP · #15 on Showdown
95SylveonModest · 15 SP · #18 on Showdown
94Female IndeedeeRelaxed · 0 SP · #7 on Showdown
90PolitoedCalm · 0 SP · #22 on Showdown
90SinistchaBold · 0 SP · #24 on Showdown
85ArmarougeQuiet · 0 SP · #27 on Showdown
80IncineroarCareful · 0 SP · #3 on Showdown
80FarigirafBold · 0 SP · #11 on Showdown
70KingambitAdamant · 0 SP · #5 on Showdown
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

#240 of 262 used

▼ 2 places since Oct 21
Oct 21Oct 28

Focus Sash (33.5%) · (88.6%) · Timid (27.5%) · HP 2 / SpA 32 / Spe 32 (28.2%)

MovesFake OutIcy WindTauntRound

Singles

#245 of 262 used

▼ 2 places since Oct 21
Oct 21Oct 28

Meowsticite (41.5%) · (53.6%) · Serious (41.6%) · HP 1 / Atk 2 / Def 3 / SpA 4 / SpD 5 / Spe 6 (41.5%)

MovesPower GemShadow BallThunderFake Out

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

Usage over time

Values
Persian, Champions VGC on Showdown, Showdown: top players (1760 weighting)
MonthRegulationBattlesShare of teams
Apr 2026Reg M-A3,122,222–
May 2026Reg M-A3,355,619–
Jun 2026Reg M-B1,163,315–
Jul 2026Reg M-B1,764,686–
Aug 2026Reg M-B1,269,250–
Sep 2026Reg M-C1,631,9430%

Smogon · Showdown On Showdown

Sep 2026

0.1% of teams · rank #180 · Reg M-C · Singles · about 1 teams · 69,462 battles · Sep 2026Thin data: about 1 team behind these numbers.Few players at this level: about 695 teams’ worth of games in this format.

Most common build

Ability
Stat Alignment
Adamant
Stat Points
2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe
  1. Fake Out
  2. U-turn
  3. Double-Edge
  4. Taunt

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

Usage by Showdown level

  • Showdown: all games0.1%
  • Showdown: average player (1500 weighting)0.1%
  • Showdown: competitive (1630 weighting) thin0.1%
  • Showdown: top players (1760 weighting) thin0.1%

Abilities

  • 97.9%
  • 1.8%
  • 0.3%

Stat Points

  • Adamant 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe92.4%
  • Jolly 2 HP / 32 Atk / 32 Spe3.8%
  • Jolly 32 Atk / 2 SpD / 32 Spe2.5%
  • Timid 2 HP / 32 SpA / 32 Spe0.9%

These 4 cover 99.6% of its sets.

Most common partners

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

Evolution

Moves

Level up 15

EvoPower GemNo additional effect.RockSpec80100%20
1Fake OutHits first. First turn out only. 100% flinch chance.NormalPhys40100%10
1FeintNullifies Detect, Protect, and Quick/Wide Guard.NormalPhys30100%10
1GrowlLowers the foe(s) Attack by 1.NormalStatus—100%40
1ScratchNo additional effect.NormalPhys40100%35
1SwitcherooUser switches its held item with the target's.DarkStatus—100%10
12Pay DayScatters coins.NormalPhys40100%20
16Bite30% chance to make the target flinch.DarkPhys60100%25
20TauntTarget can't use status moves its next 3 turns.DarkStatus—100%20
24AssurancePower doubles if target was damaged this turn.DarkPhys60100%10
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
48Nasty PlotRaises the user's Sp. Atk by 2.DarkStatus——20
54Play Rough10% chance to lower the target's Attack by 1.FairyPhys9090%10

TM / HM / TR 53

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
TM04AgilityRaises the user's Speed by 2.PsychicStatus——30
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
TM27Aerial AceThis move does not check accuracy.FlyingPhys60—20
TM30Snarl100% chance to lower the foe(s) Sp. Atk by 1.DarkSpec5595%15
TM31Metal Claw10% chance to raise the user's Attack by 1.SteelPhys5095%35
TM32SwiftThis move does not check accuracy. Hits foes.NormalSpec60—20
TM34Icy Wind100% chance to lower the foe(s) Speed by 1.IceSpec5595%15
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
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
TM82Thunder WaveParalyzes the target.ElectricStatus—90%20
TM85RestUser sleeps 2 turns and restores HP and status.PsychicStatus——5
TM87TauntTarget can't use status moves its next 3 turns.DarkStatus—100%20
TM94Dark Pulse20% chance to make the target flinch.DarkSpec80100%15
TM101Power GemNo additional effect.RockSpec80100%20
TM102Gunk Shot30% chance to poison the target.PoisonPhys12080%5
TM103SubstituteUser takes 1/4 its max HP to put in a substitute.NormalStatus——10
TM114Shadow Ball20% chance to lower the target's Sp. Def by 1.GhostSpec80100%15
TM117Hyper VoiceNo additional effect. Hits adjacent foes.NormalSpec90100%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
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
TM171Tera BlastIf Terastallized: Phys. if Atk > SpA, type = Tera.NormalSpec80100%10
TM172RoarForces the target to switch to a random ally.NormalStatus——20
TM177SpiteLowers the PP of the target's last move by 4.GhostStatus—100%10
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
TM202Pain SplitShares HP of user and target equally.NormalStatus——20
TM203Psych UpCopies the target's current stat stages.NormalStatus——10
TM204Double-EdgeHas 33% recoil.NormalPhys120100%15
TM205EndeavorLowers the target's HP to the user's HP.NormalPhys—100%5
TM219Skitter Smack100% chance to lower target's Sp. Atk by 1.BugPhys7090%10
TM221Throat ChopFor 2 turns, the target cannot use sound moves.DarkPhys80100%15

Biology

Its fur and jewel make it popular with the rich, but its fickle, uncaring attitude makes it hard to raise. Though it will attack anyone without provocation, including its trainer, pulling on its whiskers will temporarily make it docile. Its Galarian counterpart is Perrserker, whose barbaric habits clash with both Persian's elegance and ego.

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

Polls & views

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Pokédex entries

Classy Cat Pokémon
Kanto · Red & Green (JP)
Color
Yellow
Urban
Pal Park area
Field
Kanto#053Original Johto#137Updated Johto#139Original Alola#046Original Melemele#046Original Ula’ula#024Updated Alola#053Updated Melemele#053Updated Ula’ula#024Let’s Go Kanto#053Galar#184Paldea#142Hyperspace#005
  1. Its elegant and refined behavior clashes with that of the barbaric Perrserker. The relationship between the two is one of mutual disdain.

    Shield
  2. 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.

    Sword
  3. This Pokémon is popular with rich people. It’s also targeted by hunters who are after the jewel in its forehead.

    Ultra Moon
  4. 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 Sun
  5. 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.

    Moon
  6. It has a violent temperament. It will attack anything that looks it in the eye. Its sharp claws inflict deep wounds.

    Sun
  7. A very haughty Pokémon. Among fans, the size of the jewel in its forehead is a topic of much talk.

    Diamond · Pearl · Platinum · Black · White · Black 2 · White 2
  8. Has a vicious temperament. Beware if it raises its tail straight up. It is a signal that it is about to pounce and bite.

    FireRed
  9. A PERSIAN’s six bold whiskers sense air movements to determine what is in its vicinity. It becomes docile if grabbed by the whiskers.

    Emerald
  10. 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.

    Ruby · Sapphire · Omega Ruby · Alpha Sapphire
  11. Behind its lithe, elegant appearance lies a barbaric side. It will tear apart its prey on a mere whim.

    Crystal
  12. Its lithe muscles allow it to walk without making a sound. It attacks in an instant.

    Silver · SoulSilver · Y
  13. Many adore it for its sophisticated air. However, it will lash out and scratch for little reason.

    Gold · HeartGold
  14. The gem in its forehead glows on its own! It walks with all the grace and elegance of a proud queen.

    Yellow · Let’s Go, Pikachu! · Let’s Go, Eevee!
  15. Although its fur has many admirers, it is tough to raise as a pet because of its fickle meanness.

    Red · Blue · LeafGreen · X

Names around the world

English
Persian
Japanese
ペルシアン
Japanese (romaji)
Persian
Korean
페르시온
Chinese (Traditional)
貓老大
Chinese (Simplified)
猫老大
French
Persian
German
Snobilikat
Spanish
Persian
Italian
Persian

Sprites

Artwork and 3D models

Generation IX · animated models

Gen VIII · Gen VII · Gen VI · Gen V

Generation IV

Generation III

Generation II

Generation I

Training

2 Spe
90 ≈11.8% with a Poké Ball at full HP
70
154
Medium

Breeding

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

Where to find

Evolves from Meowth: Level 28.

Shield: The Crown Tundra 1 area
  • Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65
Sword: The Crown Tundra 1 area
  • Max LairCapture during a Dynamax Adventure. · Lv 65
Let’s Go, Pikachu! 1 area
  • Vermilion CityReceive as a gift · Lv 32
Alpha Sapphire 1 area
  • Mirage Island (Route 124)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 36–38
Omega Ruby 1 area
  • Mirage Island (Route 124)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 36–38
SoulSilver 2 areas
  • Cerulean Cave (1F)Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 38–39
  • Road 7Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 19
LeafGreen 9 areas
  • Bond BridgeWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 37–40
  • Canyon EntranceWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 47–50
  • Cape BrinkWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 37–40
  • Five Isle MeadowWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 47–50
  • Kindle RoadWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 37–40
  • Ruin ValleyWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 49–52
  • Sevault CanyonWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 49–52
  • Treasure BeachWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 37–40
  • Water PathWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 47–50
FireRed 9 areas
  • Bond BridgeWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 37–40
  • Canyon EntranceWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 47–50
  • Cape BrinkWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 37–40
  • Five Isle MeadowWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 47–50
  • Kindle RoadWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 37–40
  • Ruin ValleyWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 49–52
  • Sevault CanyonWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 49–52
  • Treasure BeachWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 37–40
  • Water PathWalking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 47–50
Crystal 1 area
  • Road 7Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 18
Silver 1 area
  • Road 7Walking in tall grass or a cave · Lv 19

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.