Persian

Contents
Info
Base stats
Evolution chart
Pokédex entries
Moves learned
Sprites
Locations
Language

Persian is a Normal type Pokémon introduced in Generation 1. It is known as the Classy Cat Pokémon.

Persian has a new Alolan form introduced in Pokémon Sun/Moon.

Pokédex data

National №	053
Type	Normal
Species	Classy Cat Pokémon
Height	1.0 m (3′03″)
Weight	32.0 kg (70.5 lbs)
Abilities	1. Limber 2. Technician Unnerve (hidden ability)
Local №	053 (Red/Blue/Yellow) 137 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 053 (FireRed/LeafGreen) 139 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 046 (Sun/Moon — Alola dex) 053 (U.Sun/U.Moon — Alola dex) 053 (Let's Go Pikachu/Let's Go Eevee) 184 (Sword/Shield)

Training

EV yield	2 Speed
Catch rate	90 (11.8% with PokéBall, full HP)
Base Friendship	50 (normal)
Base Exp.	154
Growth Rate	Medium Fast

Breeding

Egg Groups	Field
Gender	50% male, 50% female
Egg cycles	20 (4,884–5,140 steps)

Base stats

HP	65	240	334
Attack	70	130	262
Defense	60	112	240
Sp. Atk	65	121	251
Sp. Def	65	121	251
Speed	115	211	361
Total	440	Min	Max

The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.

Type defenses

The effectiveness of each type on Persian.

Nor	Fir	Wat	Ele	Gra	Ice	Fig	Poi	Gro
						2

Fly	Psy	Bug	Roc	Gho	Dra	Dar	Ste	Fai
				0

Additional artwork

Pokédex data

National №	053
Type	Dark
Species	Classy Cat Pokémon
Height	1.1 m (3′07″)
Weight	33.0 kg (72.8 lbs)
Abilities	1. Fur Coat 2. Technician Rattled (hidden ability)
Local №	053 (Red/Blue/Yellow) 137 (Gold/Silver/Crystal) 053 (FireRed/LeafGreen) 139 (HeartGold/SoulSilver) 046 (Sun/Moon — Alola dex) 053 (U.Sun/U.Moon — Alola dex) 053 (Let's Go Pikachu/Let's Go Eevee) 184 (Sword/Shield)

Training

EV yield	2 Speed
Catch rate	90 (11.8% with PokéBall, full HP)
Base Friendship	50 (normal)
Base Exp.	154
Growth Rate	Medium Fast

Breeding

Egg Groups	Field
Gender	50% male, 50% female
Egg cycles	20 (4,884–5,140 steps)

Base stats

HP	65	240	334
Attack	60	112	240
Defense	60	112	240
Sp. Atk	75	139	273
Sp. Def	65	121	251
Speed	115	211	361
Total	440	Min	Max

The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.

Type defenses

The effectiveness of each type on Persian.

Nor	Fir	Wat	Ele	Gra	Ice	Fig	Poi	Gro
						2

Fly	Psy	Bug	Roc	Gho	Dra	Dar	Ste	Fai
	0	2		½		½		2

Evolution chart

#052
Meowth
Normal

(Level 28)

#053
Persian
Normal

#052
Meowth
Alolan Meowth
Dark

(high Friendship)

#053
Persian
Alolan Persian
Dark

#052
Meowth
Galarian Meowth
Steel

(Level 28)

#863
Perrserker
Steel

Persian changes

In Generation 3, Persian does not have the Technician ability.
In Generation 1, Persian has a base Special stat of 65.
In Generations 1-4, Persian has a base experience yield of 148.
In Generations 2-7, Persian has a base Friendship value of 70.
In Generation 7, Alolan Persian has a base Friendship value of 70.

Pokédex entries

Persian

Red 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 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.
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.
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.
Diamond Pearl 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 White Black 2 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 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.
Let's Go Pikachu Let's 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.
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl	It is a very haughty Pokémon. Among fans of Persian, the size of the jewel in its forehead is a topic of much talk.

Alolan Persian

Sun	Its round face and smooth coat—softer than the most high-class velvet—have made this a very popular Pokémon in Alola.
Moon	It looks down on everyone other than itself. Its preferred tactics are sucker punches and blindside attacks.
Ultra Sun	In contrast to its lovely face, it’s so brutal that it tortures its weakened prey rather than finishing them off.
Ultra Moon	Its round face is a symbol of wealth. Persian that have bigger, plumper faces are considered more beautiful.
Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee	It has the classiest coat. The rippling of its fur in the heat of battle has a beauty all its own.
Sword	The round face of Alolan Persian is considered to be a symbol of prosperity in the Alola region, so these Pokémon are very well cared for.
Shield	This Pokémon is one tough opponent. Not only does it have formidable physical abilities, but it’s also not above fighting dirty.

Moves learned by Persian

In other generations
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl Sword/Shield

Moves learnt by level up

Persian learns the following moves in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl at the levels specified.

Lv.	Move	Type	Power	Acc.
1	Fake Out	Normal	40	100
1	Feint	Normal	30	100
1	Growl	Normal	—	100
1	Power Gem	Rock	80	100
1	Scratch	Normal	40	100
1	Switcheroo	Dark	—	100
12	Pay Day	Normal	40	100
16	Bite	Dark	60	100
20	Taunt	Dark	—	100
24	Assurance	Dark	60	100
31	Fury Swipes	Normal	18	80
36	Screech	Normal	—	85
42	Slash	Normal	70	100
48	Nasty Plot	Dark	—	—
54	Play Rough	Fairy	90	90

Moves learnt on evolution

Persian learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl (regardless of level).

Move	Type	Cat.	Power	Acc.
Power Gem	Rock		80	100

Egg moves

Persian learns the following moves via breeding in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Persian egg moves page.

Move	Type	Power	Acc.
Amnesia	Psychic	—	—
Charm	Fairy	—	100
Covet	Normal	60	100
Flail	Normal	—	100
Foul Play	Dark	95	100
Hypnosis	Psychic	—	60
Last Resort	Normal	140	100
Spite	Ghost	—	100
Tail Whip	Normal	—	100

Moves learnt by TM

Persian is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl:

TM	Move	Type	Power	Acc.
03	Water Pulse	Water	60	100
05	Roar	Normal	—	—
10	Work Up	Normal	—	—
11	Sunny Day	Fire	—	—
12	Taunt	Dark	—	100
15	Hyper Beam	Normal	150	90
17	Protect	Normal	—	—
18	Rain Dance	Water	—	—
23	Iron Tail	Steel	100	75
24	Thunderbolt	Electric	90	100
25	Thunder	Electric	110	70
28	Dig	Ground	80	100
30	Shadow Ball	Ghost	80	100
32	Double Team	Normal	—	—
34	Shock Wave	Electric	60	∞
40	Aerial Ace	Flying	60	∞
41	Torment	Dark	—	100
42	Facade	Normal	70	100
44	Rest	Psychic	—	—
45	Attract	Normal	—	100
46	Thief	Dark	60	100
58	Endure	Normal	—	—
63	Nasty Plot	Dark	—	—
65	Shadow Claw	Ghost	70	100
66	Payback	Dark	50	100
68	Giga Impact	Normal	150	90
70	Flash	Normal	—	100
77	Psych Up	Normal	—	—
79	Dark Pulse	Dark	80	100
82	Sleep Talk	Normal	—	—
85	Dream Eater	Psychic	100	100
87	Swagger	Normal	—	85
89	U-turn	Bug	70	100
90	Substitute	Normal	—	—
93	Cut	Normal	50	95

Moves learnt by TR

Persian cannot be taught any TR moves in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl.

Moves learnt by level up

Persian learns the following moves in Pokémon Sword & Shield at the levels specified.

Persian Alolan Persian

Lv.	Move	Type	Power	Acc.
1	Fake Out	Normal	40	100
1	Feint	Normal	30	100
1	Growl	Normal	—	100
1	Power Gem	Rock	80	100
1	Scratch	Normal	40	100
1	Switcheroo	Dark	—	100
12	Pay Day	Normal	40	100
16	Bite	Dark	60	100
20	Taunt	Dark	—	100
24	Assurance	Dark	60	100
31	Fury Swipes	Normal	18	80
36	Screech	Normal	—	85
42	Slash	Normal	70	100
48	Nasty Plot	Dark	—	—
54	Play Rough	Fairy	90	90

Lv.	Move	Type	Power	Acc.
1	Fake Out	Normal	40	100
1	Feint	Normal	30	100
1	Growl	Normal	—	100
1	Power Gem	Rock	80	100
1	Quash	Dark	—	100
1	Scratch	Normal	40	100
1	Switcheroo	Dark	—	100
12	Pay Day	Normal	40	100
16	Bite	Dark	60	100
20	Taunt	Dark	—	100
24	Assurance	Dark	60	100
31	Fury Swipes	Normal	18	80
36	Screech	Normal	—	85
42	Night Slash	Dark	70	100
48	Nasty Plot	Dark	—	—
54	Play Rough	Fairy	90	90

Moves learnt on evolution

Persian learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Sword & Shield (regardless of level).

Move	Type	Cat.	Power	Acc.
Power Gem	Rock		80	100

Egg moves

Persian learns the following moves via breeding in Pokémon Sword & Shield. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Persian egg moves page.

Persian Alolan Persian

Move	Type	Power	Acc.
Covet	Normal	60	100
Flail	Normal	—	100
Hypnosis	Psychic	—	60
Last Resort	Normal	140	100
Spite	Ghost	—	100
Tail Whip	Normal	—	100

Move	Type	Power	Acc.
Covet	Normal	60	100
Flail	Normal	—	100
Flatter	Dark	—	100
Hypnosis	Psychic	—	60
Parting Shot	Dark	—	100
Spite	Ghost	—	100

Move Tutor moves

Persian can be taught these attacks in Pokémon Sword & Shield from move tutors (details):

Persian Alolan Persian

Move	Type	Cat.	Power	Acc.
Lash Out	Dark		75	100
Skitter Smack	Bug		70	90

Move	Type	Power	Acc.
Burning Jealousy	Fire	70	100
Lash Out	Dark	75	100
Skitter Smack	Bug	70	90

Moves learnt by TM

Persian is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Sword & Shield:

Persian Alolan Persian

TM	Move	Type	Power	Acc.
02	Pay Day	Normal	40	100
08	Hyper Beam	Normal	150	90
09	Giga Impact	Normal	150	90
15	Dig	Ground	80	100
16	Screech	Normal	—	85
21	Rest	Psychic	—	—
23	Thief	Dark	60	100
24	Snore	Normal	50	100
25	Protect	Normal	—	—
27	Icy Wind	Ice	55	95
29	Charm	Fairy	—	100
31	Attract	Normal	—	100
33	Rain Dance	Water	—	—
34	Sunny Day	Fire	—	—
39	Facade	Normal	70	100
40	Swift	Normal	60	∞
56	U-turn	Bug	70	100
57	Payback	Dark	50	100
58	Assurance	Dark	60	100
65	Shadow Claw	Ghost	70	100
76	Round	Normal	60	100
79	Retaliate	Normal	70	100

TM	Move	Type	Power	Acc.
02	Pay Day	Normal	40	100
08	Hyper Beam	Normal	150	90
09	Giga Impact	Normal	150	90
15	Dig	Ground	80	100
16	Screech	Normal	—	85
21	Rest	Psychic	—	—
23	Thief	Dark	60	100
24	Snore	Normal	50	100
25	Protect	Normal	—	—
27	Icy Wind	Ice	55	95
29	Charm	Fairy	—	100
31	Attract	Normal	—	100
33	Rain Dance	Water	—	—
34	Sunny Day	Fire	—	—
37	Beat Up	Dark	—	100
39	Facade	Normal	70	100
40	Swift	Normal	60	∞
47	Fake Tears	Dark	—	100
56	U-turn	Bug	70	100
57	Payback	Dark	50	100
58	Assurance	Dark	60	100
65	Shadow Claw	Ghost	70	100
76	Round	Normal	60	100
79	Retaliate	Normal	70	100
85	Snarl	Dark	55	95

Moves learnt by TR

Persian is compatible with these Technical Records in Pokémon Sword & Shield:

TR	Move	Type	Power	Acc.
01	Body Slam	Normal	85	100
08	Thunderbolt	Electric	90	100
09	Thunder	Electric	110	70
17	Amnesia	Psychic	—	—
20	Substitute	Normal	—	—
26	Endure	Normal	—	—
27	Sleep Talk	Normal	—	—
31	Iron Tail	Steel	100	75
33	Shadow Ball	Ghost	80	100
35	Uproar	Normal	90	100
37	Taunt	Dark	—	100
42	Hyper Voice	Normal	90	100
58	Dark Pulse	Dark	80	100
59	Seed Bomb	Grass	80	100
63	Power Gem	Rock	80	100
68	Nasty Plot	Dark	—	—
73	Gunk Shot	Poison	120	80
81	Foul Play	Dark	95	100
85	Work Up	Normal	—	—
90	Play Rough	Fairy	90	90
95	Throat Chop	Dark	80	100

In other generations
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

Persian sprites

Type	Generation 1	Generation 2	Generation 3	Generation 4	Generation 5	Generation 6	Generation 7	Generation 8
Normal
Shiny	—							—

See all Persian sprites

Where to find Persian

Red	Trade/migrate from another game
Blue	Evolve Meowth
Yellow	Trade/migrate from another game
Gold	Trade/migrate from another game
Silver Crystal	Route 7
Ruby Sapphire	Trade/migrate from another game
FireRed LeafGreen	Bond Bridge, Canyon Entrance, Cape Brink, Five Isle Meadow, Kindle Road, Ruin Valley, Sevault Canyon, Treasure Beach, Water Path
Emerald	Evolve Meowth
Diamond Pearl Platinum	Evolve Meowth
HeartGold	Trade/migrate from another game
SoulSilver	Route 7, Cerulean Cave
Black White Black 2 White 2	Trade/migrate from another game
X Y	Trade/migrate from another game
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire	Mirage Spots
Sun Moon	Evolve Meowth/Alolan Meowth
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon	Malie Garden
Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee	Vermilion City
Sword Shield	Evolve Meowth/Alolan Meowth/Galarian Meowth
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl	Location data not yet available

Answers to Persian questions

Other languages

English, Spanish, Italian	Persian
Japanese	ペルシアン (Persian)
German	Snobilikat
French	Persian

Name origin

persian: a long-haired breed of cat