On paper, Perrserker looks underwhelming. In practice, Tough Claws boosts contact moves by 30% — and that's the whole story. Steel typing means Poison moves can't touch it, and only 3 types hit it super-effectively. Known as the Viking Pokemon.
Nothing fancy in Perrserker's spread. It leans physical with Attack out front. And you'll get 2 Attack EVs per KO for it. Follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
What appears to be an iron helmet is actually hardened hair. This Pokémon lives for the thrill of battle.
After many battles, it evolved dangerous claws that come together to form daggers when extended.
Perrserker Weakness
ExcellentPerrserker's Steel typing leaves it vulnerable to Fire, Fighting, and Ground moves. It shrugs off Poison-type attacks completely. It resists 10 types, so it can switch into a lot of moves safely. Perrserker's physical bulk (base 100 Def) helps cushion physical weakness hits, but special attackers are the bigger threat.
Perrserker is what Meowth becomes. Breed it for Meowth eggs (average hatch time). A massive partner pool for breeding via one egg group. Eggs are average hatch time. The evolution from Meowth pushed Perrserker to 440 total stats. Attack saw the largest single gain at +65.
How to Evolve
Breed with Perrserker to get Meowth eggs easily using 278 partners from the Ground egg group.
Ironhead is the safe click most turns. Choice Band locks Perrserker into it but rewards with raw power at the cost of move flexibility. Adamant nature and max HP and Attack EVs maximize that first hit. Toughclaws helps on the margins.
Best Build
Best Perrserker Moveset
- Iron Head
- U Turn
- Knock Off
- Close Combat
Recommended Teammates
Breadth over depth defines this movepool. Perrserker won't stack one type's damage ceiling, but coverage across 12 types means it always has an effective option. Steel Beam and Flash Cannon anchor the STAB core.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Breadth over depth defines this movepool. Perrserker won't stack one type's damage ceiling, but coverage across 14 types means it always has an effective option. Steel Beam and Iron Tail anchor the STAB core.
Breadth over depth defines this movepool. Perrserker won't stack one type's damage ceiling, but coverage across 10 types means it always has an effective option. Iron Tail and Iron Head anchor the STAB core.
No wild encounters for Perrserker. The 2-stage line runs through Meowth, which you can catch at solid rates from the locations below. Evolve at level 28 once you've got the levels.
How to Obtain Perrserker in Scarlet & Violet
Meowth is your first catch on the way to Perrserker. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 14-32 across 14 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch MeowthEFFORTLESSEast Province (Area Three) - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.14-3236%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSEast Province (Area Three) - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.14-3236%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.14-3236%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Three) - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.14-3236%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Two) - Near TownScarletOverworldLv.14-3236%EarlyRouteEFFORTLESSWest Province (Area Two) - Near TownVioletOverworldLv.14-3236%EarlyRouteEASYEast Province (Area Three) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.14-3218%EarlyRouteEASYEast Province (Area Three) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.14-3218%EarlyRouteEASYWest Province (Area Three) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.14-3218%EarlyRouteEASYWest Province (Area Three) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.14-3218%EarlyRouteEASYWest Province (Area Two) - GrassScarletOverworldLv.14-3218%EarlyRouteEASYWest Province (Area Two) - GrassVioletOverworldLv.14-3218%EarlyRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area Three) - MineScarletOverworldLv.14-329%EarlyRouteMODERATEEast Province (Area Three) - MineVioletOverworldLv.14-329%EarlyRoute
Step 2Perrserker ✓
No wild encounters for Perrserker in Legends: Z-A. Bring Meowth over from Blue, Silver, or Platinum, then level through the stages. Each step in the chain is laid out below.
Perrserker starts showing up in late-game routes at high spawn rates across 6 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Where To Catch Perrserker in Sword & Shield
Meowth is your first catch on the way to Perrserker. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 13-52 across 10 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch MeowthEFFORTLESSRoute 4ShieldGrassLv.13-1535%EarlyRouteAll WeatherEFFORTLESSRoute 4SwordGrassLv.13-1535%EarlyRouteAll WeatherEASYRoute 4ShieldOverworldLv.14-1623%EarlyRouteAll WeatherEASYRoute 4SwordOverworldLv.14-1623%EarlyRouteAll Weather
Step 2Perrserker ✓EFFORTLESSRoute 9 - in Outer SpikemuthShieldGrassLv.40-4440%LateRouteAll WeatherEFFORTLESSRoute 9 - in Outer SpikemuthSwordGrassLv.40-4440%LateRouteAll WeatherEFFORTLESSRoute 7ShieldOverworldLv.37-4130%LateRouteAll WeatherEFFORTLESSRoute 7SwordOverworldLv.37-4130%LateRouteAll WeatherEFFORTLESSLake of OutrageShieldGrassLv.50-5240%PostWaterSnowstormEFFORTLESSLake of OutrageSwordGrassLv.50-5240%PostWaterSnowstormor evolve from Meowth (Step 1)
Perrserker looks average on paper at 440 BST. But Tough Claws is why it sees play — build around that and it pulls its weight. C-Tier attacker on our tier list.
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Perrserker gets Tough Claws, Battle Armor, and Steely Spirit. But Tough Claws is the one that matters — it's the centerpiece of every viable set. Build around that.
Perrserker is a physical attacker with base 110 Attack. Enough bulk to take a hit or two, too. But the speed tells the real story — base 50 Speed is low. Priority moves or Trick Room are the way to go. Fits the attacker role.
Perrserker can be found in Legends: Z-A, Scarlet & Violet, and Sword & Shield.
Since Sword & Shield, Perrserker has been obtainable in 3 games. A Generation 8 debut means a shorter history, but Perrserker has appeared steadily across every generation since.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRB
Red & Blue - Gen IIGS
Gold & Silver - Gen IIC
Crystal - Gen IIIRS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen IIIFRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen IIIE
Emerald - Gen IVPt
Platinum - Gen IVHGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen IVDP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen VBW
Black & White - Gen VB2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen VIXY
X & Y - Gen VIORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen VIIUSUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen VIISM
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwShDebut
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A