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| Its appearance is arguably more similar to {{wp|Siamese (cat)|Siamese cats}} than {{wp|Persian (cat)|Persian cats}}, and its species in Japanese is シャムネコ or "shamuneko" meaning "Siamese Cat". It is also similar to {{wp|big cat}}s such as {{wp|Puma (genus)|Puma}}s. The gem on its head makes it resemble a {{wp|Carbuncle (mythology)|Carbuncle}}, a Latin-American mythological beast which had a jewel on its forehead. | | Its appearance is arguably more similar to {{wp|Siamese (cat)|Siamese cats}} than {{wp|Persian (cat)|Persian cats}}, and its species in Japanese is シャムネコ or "shamuneko" meaning "Siamese Cat". It is also similar to wild cats such as {{wp|Puma (genus)|Puma}}s. The gem on its head makes it resemble a {{wp|Carbuncle (mythology)|Carbuncle}}, a Latin-American mythological beast which had a jewel on its forehead. |
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Height
3'03" Imperial
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1.0 m Metric
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3'03"/1.0 m Red-Striped
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0'0"/0.0 m Blue-Striped
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0'0"/0.0 m
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Weight
70.5 lbs. Imperial
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32.0 kg Metric
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70.5 lbs./32.0 kg Red-Striped
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0.0 lbs./0.0 kg Blue-Striped
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0.0 lbs./0.0 kg
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EV yield
HP 0
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Atk 0
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Def 0
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Sp.Atk 0
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Sp.Def 0
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Speed 2
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Base Exp.: 148
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Battle Exp.: 1481*
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Persian (Japanese: ペルシアン Persian) is a Normal-type Pokémon.
It evolves from Meowth starting at level 28.
Biology
Physiology
Persian resembles large, quadruped felines, like mountain lions. Its tail has a distinctive whorl at the end, similar to its pre-evolution, Meowth. Its fur is pale tan with the exception of its black-rimmed ears. Perhaps its most distinctive feature is the red jewel in the center of its forehead. Many Pokémon, particularly those with Psychic abilities such as Espeon, Golduck, and Staryu, have similar jewels; Persian, however, does not demonstrate any affinities to a particular element, so this connection seems to be purely coincidental. Like Meowth and 'real-life' cats, Persian is capable of retracting its claws and bringing them out again when needed.
Gender differences
None.
Special abilities
Its thick whiskers are very sensitive to changes in air movements, enabling it to detect its prey by movement alone. Persian's lithe muscles also enable it to walk without making a sound. Persian has the same scratching abilities as its pre-evolution, but they are notably stronger. Persian can also wield the scarce Power Gem and Switcheroo moves.
Being a fully evolved Pokémon, Persian has access to the moves Giga Impact and Hyper Beam.
Behavior
Persian, although popular for its elegance, is extremely difficult to raise as a pet. Underneath its refined facade is a fierce predator. It will Scratch anyone, including its Trainer, with little or no provocation. One should be wary if Persian raises its tail straight up, as it is a signal that Persian is about to pounce and bite. Persian has been observed ripping its prey apart for no discernible reason. When a Persian is yanked by its whiskers, it becomes temporarily docile. The reason for this is unknown. Persian is known to hold its tail out straight if it is an experienced battler.
Habitat
Persian usually live in towns and cities but can also be found occasionally in forests, particularly in Kanto.
Diet
- Main article: Pokémon food
Persian is a carnivore, hunting prey and tearing it apart with no discernible reason.
In the anime
Major appearances
Giovanni has a Persian that is his primary Pokémon. It first appeared in Battle Aboard the St. Anne. While it is almost always seen at his side, it was only seen battling once. Meowth of Team Rocket seems to be its "rival" as Giovanni's "top cat."
Other
A Persian that was the leader of a pack of street Meowth (which Team Rocket's Meowth was also once part of) appeared in Go West, Young Meowth!
Minor appearances
In The Problem with Paras, Cassandra's grandmother found a Persian sleeping in the backyard. She decided that it, and not Meowth, should be Cassandra's company mascot.
Ash battled a Persian in The Mandarin Island Miss-Match. The Classy Cat Pokémon was taken out by Ash's Squirtle after hitting it with Thunderbolt.
A Persian appeared in Beauty and the Breeder where it participated in a Pokémon beauty contest.
In Saved by the Beldum!, Tyson's Meowth defeated a Persian owned by a girl named Vivica during the preliminaries of the Hoenn League.
A Persian is set to appear in M16.
Pokédex entries
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Entry
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BW096
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Persian
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Ash's Pokédex
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Persian, the Classy Cat Pokémon and the evolved form of Meowth. Persian can walk silently thanks to its nimble muscles. It pounces on its prey at lightning speed.
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In the manga
In the Pokémon Adventures manga
In Purrrr-sian, Super Nerd Miles is seen using a Persian to attack Yellow. It scratches the walls of buildings to create dissonance to disorient Yellow.
Sird also has a Persian as one of her main team members. While it was probably well-trained and helped Sird obtain her position in Team Rocket, it lost to Lorelei's Slowking, forcing her to pursue other means to win the battle.
In the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga
Green's Meowth evolved into a Persian and devolved back into Meowth.
In The Electric Tale of Pikachu manga
Giovanni's Persian was seen watching him in Ash vs. Gary as his anger fades away from remembering the giant Slowpoke that Team Rocket scientists created.
In the How I Became a Pokémon Card manga
The backstory of how Giovanni met Persian is revealed that he rescued it when he was a child.
In the TCG
- Main article: Persian (TCG)
Game data
NPC appearances
Pokédex entries
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation I.
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Generation I
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Red
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Although its fur has many admirers, it is tough to raise as a pet because of its fickle meanness.
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Blue
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Yellow
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The gem in its forehead glows on its own! It walks with all the grace and elegance of a proud queen.
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Stadium
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It is highly regarded as a pet for its beautiful fur. However, it is extremely temperamental and difficult to keep.
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Generation II
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Gold
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Many adore it for its sophisticated air. However, it will lash out and scratch for little reason.
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Silver
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Its lithe muscles allow it to walk without making a sound. It attacks in an instant.
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Crystal
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Behind its lithe, elegant appearance lies a barbaric side. It will tear apart its prey on a mere whim.
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Stadium 2
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Many adore it for its sophisticated air. However, it will lash out and scratch for little reason.
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Generation III
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Ruby
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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.
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Sapphire
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{{{sapphiredex}}}
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Emerald
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A Persian's six bold whiskers sense air movements to determine what is in its vicinity. It becomes docile if grabbed by the whiskers.
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FireRed
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Has a vicious temperament. Beware if it raises its tail straight up. It is a signal that it is about to pounce and bite.
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LeafGreen
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Although its fur has many admirers, it is tough to raise as a pet because of its fickle meanness.
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Generation IV
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Diamond
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A very haughty Pokémon. Among fans, the size of the jewel in its forehead is a topic of much talk.
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Pearl
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{{{pearldex}}}
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Platinum
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{{{platinumdex}}}
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HeartGold
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Many adore it for its sophisticated air. However, it will lash out and scratch for little reason.
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SoulSilver
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Its lithe muscles allow it to walk without making a sound. It attacks in an instant.
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Generation V
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Black
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A very haughty Pokémon. Among fans, the size of the jewel in its forehead is a topic of much talk.
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White
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{{{whitedex}}}
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Black 2
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A very haughty Pokémon. Among fans, the size of the jewel in its forehead is a topic of much talk.
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White 2
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{{{white2dex}}}
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Game locations
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation I.
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In side games
Held items
Stats
Base stats
Stat
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Range
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At Lv. 50
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At Lv. 100
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65
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125 - 172
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240 - 334
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70
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67 - 134
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130 - 262
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60
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58 - 123
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112 - 240
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65
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63 - 128
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121 - 251
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65
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63 - 128
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121 - 251
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115
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108 - 183
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211 - 361
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Total: 440
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Other Pokémon with this total
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- Minimum stats are calculated with 0 EVs, IVs of 0, and (if applicable) a hindering nature.
- Maximum stats are calculated with 252 EVs, IVs of 31, and (if applicable) a helpful nature.
- This Pokémon's Special base stat in Generation I was 65.
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Pokéathlon stats
Type effectiveness
Under normal battle conditions in Generation V, this Pokémon is:
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Learnset
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- Bold indicates a move that gets STAB when used by Persian
- Italic indicates a move that gets STAB only when used by an Evolution of Persian
- Click on the generation numbers at the top to see level-up moves from other generations
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Side game data
Evolution
Sprites
Trivia
Origin
Its appearance is arguably more similar to Siamese cats than Persian cats, and its species in Japanese is シャムネコ or "shamuneko" meaning "Siamese Cat". It is also similar to wild cats such as Pumas. The gem on its head makes it resemble a Carbuncle, a Latin-American mythological beast which had a jewel on its forehead.
Name origin
Persian refers to Persian cats. It could also be related to purr, one sound a cat could make.
In other languages
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Meaning
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Japanese
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ペルシアン Persian
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From Persian cats
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French
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Persian
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Same as English name
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Spanish
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Persian
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Same as English name
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German
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Snobilikat
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From Snob, nobilis, and Katze
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Italian
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Persian
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Same as English name
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Korean
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페르시온 Pereushion
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Transliteration of Japanese name
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Mandarin Chinese
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貓老大 / 猫老大 Māolǎodà
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貓 means cat, while 老大 can also refer to boss
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Cantonese Chinese
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高竇貓 Gōudaumāau
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Literally "Conceited cat"
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Related articles
External links
Notes
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This Pokémon article is part of Project Pokédex, a Bulbapedia project that aims to write comprehensive articles on each Pokémon species, as well as Pokémon groups and forms.
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