Persian (Pokémon)

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Persian ペルシアン Persian #053
Artwork from FR/LG
Type Normal ' Unknown Unknown Blue-Striped Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown	Category Classy Cat Pokémon
Abilities Limber or Technician Technician Blue-Striped -----	Exp. at Lv. 100 1,000,000
Regional Pokédex numbers Kanto #053 Johto #137 Hoenn #242 Sinnoh — Unova Not in any regional Pokédex
Regional Browser numbers Fiore R— Almia R— Oblivia
Height 3′03″ Imperial 1.0 m Metric 3′03″/1.0 m Red-Striped 0'0"/0.0 m Blue-Striped 0'0"/0.0 m
Weight 70.5 lbs. Imperial 32.0 kg Metric 70.5 lbs./32.0 kg Red-Striped 0.0 lbs./0.0 kg Blue-Striped 0.0 lbs./0.0 kg
Dex color Yellow	Catch rate 90 (11.8%)
Body style Blue-Striped	Footprint      Blue-Striped
Gender ratio Gender unknown Unknown Gender unknown
Breeding Ground group 1 cycles (255 minimum steps)
EV yield HP 0 Atk 0 Def 0 Sp.Atk 0 Sp.Def 0 Speed 0 Base Exp.: 148 Battle Exp.: 1481*
External links On Smogon Pokédex: Generation I Generation II Generation III Generation IV Generation V Generation VI Generation VII Generation VIII Generation IX Artwork on Bulbagarden Archives

Persian (Japanese: ペルシアン Persian) is a Normal-type Pokémon.

Biology

Physiology

Persian resemble a large feline, such as a cougar. Its tail has a distinctive whorl at the end of it, similar to its pre-evolution Meowth. Its luxurious fur is pale tan, with the exception of its black-colored ears. Perhaps its most distinctive feature is the red jewel in the center of its forehead. Many Pokémon, particularly those with elemental powers such as Espeon and Staryu have similar jewels. However, as Persian does not demonstrate any affinities to a particular element this connection can be seen as purely coincidental.

Gender differences

None.

Special abilities

Its thick whiskers are very sensitive to changes in air movements, permitting it to detect its prey on the basis of movement alone.

Behavior

Persian, although popular for their elegant airs, are extremely hard to raise. Underneath its refined facade is a fierce predator. It will Scratch anyone, including its trainers with little or no reason. It has been observed ripping its prey apart for no discernible reason. A useful trick to know when trainer Persian, is that if it is yanked by its whiskers, it becomes temporarily docile. The reason for this is unknown.

Habitat

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Urban Pokémon

Persian usually live in towns and cities. They can also occasionally be found in vibrant forests.

Diet

Main article: Pokémon food

In the anime

Giovanni has a Persian that is his primary Pokémon. It is almost always seen at his side.

File:Giovanni persian.jpg

Giovanni's Persian

In Saved by the Beldum!, the Meowth in Boots defeated a Persian owned by a girl named Vivica during the preliminaries of the Hoenn League. Meowth in Boots was about to attack Persian once it was down, but Tyson called back his Scratch Cat Pokémon before he had a chance.

In the manga

In Volume 4 of Pokémon Special, Super Nerd William is seen using a Persian to attack Yellow. It scratched the walls of buildings to create dissonance to disorient Yellow.

The same Persian is seen again in Volume 12 as William spars against Boy Scout Bozz's Haunter.

Game data

NPC appearances

• Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Persian runs the bank at Pokémon Square.

Pokédex entries

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation I.
Generation I Red Although its fur has many admirers, it is tough to raise as a pet because of its fickle meanness. Blue Yellow The gem in its forehead glows on its own! It walks with all the grace and elegance of a proud queen. Stadium It is highly regarded as a pet for its beautiful fur. However, it is extremely temperamental and difficult to keep.
Generation II 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. Stadium 2 Many adore it for its sophisticated air. However, it will lash out and scratch for little reason.
Generation III 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.
Generation IV 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 {{{platinumdex}}} HeartGold {{{heartgolddex}}} SoulSilver {{{soulsilverdex}}}
Generation V Black {{{blackdex}}} White {{{whitedex}}} Black 2 {{{black2dex}}} White 2 {{{white2dex}}}
Generation VI X Unknown Y Unknown

Game locations

This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation I.
Generation I Red Blue Evolve Evolve Meowth (Blue), Trade (Red) Blue (Japan) None Trade Yellow None Trade
Generation II Gold Silver Few Route 7 (Silver only) Crystal Few Route 7 (Night only)
Generation III Ruby Sapphire None Trade Emerald Evolve Evolve Meowth FireRed LeafGreen Rare Bond Bridge, Canyon Entrance, Cape Brink, Five Isle Meadow, Kindle Road, Ruin Valley, Sevault Canyon, Treasure Beach, Water Path Colosseum None Trade XD Evolve Evolve Meowth
Generation IV Diamond Pearl Evolve Evolve Meowth Platinum None Trade HeartGold SoulSilver None Trade Pal Park Field Pokéwalker None
Generation V Black White None Trade Black 2 White 2 None Trade Dream World None
Generation VI X Y None Trade

In side games

Game	Location
Pokémon Trozei	Secret Storage 19 Mr. Who's Den
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon	Evolve from Meowth

Base stats

Stat		Range
		At Lv. 50	At Lv. 100
HP: 65		125 - 172	240 - 334
Attack: 70		67 - 134	130 - 262
Defense: 60		58 - 123	112 - 240
Sp. Atk: 65		63 - 128	121 - 251
Sp. Def: 65		63 - 128	121 - 251
Speed: 115		108 - 183	211 - 361
Total: 440	Other Pokémon with this total
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.

Learnset

By leveling up

Level	Generation I	Generation II	Generation III		Generation IV
			RS	Fr/Lg
29		Faint Attack	Faint Attack
32					Power Gem
34				Screech
37	Fury Swipes				Slash
38		Screech	Screech
42				Fury Swipes
44					Nasty Plot
46		Fury Swipes	Fury Swipes
49				Slash	Assurance
51	Slash
53		Slash	Slash
55				Fake Out
56					Captivate
59			Fake Out
61				Swagger	Night Slash

By TM/HM

#	Generation I	Generation II	Generation III	Generation IV
TM02		Headbutt
TM03		Curse	Water Pulse	Water Pulse
TM05		Roar	Roar	Roar
TM06	Toxic	Toxic	Toxic	Toxic
TM07		Zap Cannon
TM08	Body Slam
TM09	Take Down	Psych Up
TM10	Double-Edge	Hidden Power	Hidden Power	Hidden Power
TM11	BubbleBeam	Sunny Day	Sunny Day	Sunny Day
TM12	Water Gun		Taunt	Taunt
TM13		Snore
TM15	Hyper Beam	Hyper Beam	Hyper Beam	Hyper Beam
TM16	Pay Day	Icy Wind
TM17		Protect	Protect	Protect
TM18			Rain Dance	Rain Dance
TM20	Rage	Endure
TM21		Frustration	Frustration	Frustration
TM23		Iron Tail	Iron Tail	Iron Tail
TM24	Thunderbolt		Thunderbolt	Thunderbolt
TM25	Thunder	Thunder	Thunder	Thunder
TM27		Return	Return	Return
TM28			Dig	Dig
TM30		Shadow Ball	Shadow Ball	Shadow Ball
TM31	Mimic	Mud Slap
TM32	Double Team	Double Team	Double Team	Double Team
TM34	Bide	Swagger	Shock Wave	Shock Wave
TM35		Sleep Talk
TM39	Swift	Swift
TM40	Skull Bash	Defense Curl	Aerial Ace	Aerial Ace
TM41			Torment	Torment
TM42		Dream Eater	Facade	Facade
TM43		Detect	Secret Power	Secret Power
TM44	Rest	Rest	Rest	Rest
TM45		Attract	Attract	Attract
TM46		Thief	Thief	Thief
TM49			Snatch	Snatch
TM50	Substitute	Nightmare
TM58				Endure
TM63				Embargo
TM65				Shadow Claw
TM66				Payback
TM68				Giga Impact
TM70				Flash
TM77				Psych Up
TM78				Captivate
TM79				Dark Pulse
TM82				Sleep Talk
TM83				Natural Gift
TM85				Dream Eater
TM87				Swagger
TM89				U-Turn
TM90				Substitute
HM01			Cut	Cut
HM05			Flash

Sprites

Gen	Game
I	Red	Blue	Yellow		Red (Ja)	Green	Back
II	Gold	Silver	Crystal				Back
III	Ruby	Sapphire	Emerald		FireRed	LeafGreen	Back
IV	Diamond	Pearl	Platinum		HeartGold	SoulSilver	Back
V	Black	White	Black 2	White 2			Back

For other sprites and images, please see Persian images on Bulbagarden Archives.

Trivia

• In Generations I-III, Persian learned Pay Day by leveling up just like Meowth, but it no longer does in Generation IV, meaning that a Meowth must be evolved to get a Persian with Pay Day.

Origin

Its appearance is arguably more similar to Siamese cats than its namesake, while others think Persian look more like big cats such as pumas.

Name origin

Persian's name simply refers to Persian cats. It could also be related to purr, one sound a cat could make.

In other languages

• German: Snobilikat - Comes from the words snob and cat.
• French: Persian - As with the English, it refers to a Persian cat.
• Korean: 페르시온 Pereusion
• Chinese (Taiwan): 貓老大 mau lau da - 貓 means "cat," while 老大 means an elder.

Related articles

• Giovanni's Persian

External links

• Article on Wikipedia
• Fit For a Queen, the fanlisting for Persian at The Anime Fanlistings Network

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