On paper, Persian looks underwhelming. In practice, Technician boosts weaker moves to surprising damage levels — and that's the whole story. Normal typing means Ghost moves can't touch it, and only a single type hits it super-effectively. Known as the Classy Cat Pokemon.
Everything pushes toward mixed damage here. Persian's Speed does the work, Defense pays the price. But you're still getting 2 Speed EVs per KO. Moderately hard to find, on a medium-fast 1M XP curve.
Has a vicious temperament. Beware if it raises its tail straight up. It is a signal that it is about to pounce and bite.
Although its fur has many admirers, it is tough to raise as a pet because of its fickle meanness.
Persian Weakness
GoodFighting-type moves hit Persian for super-effective damage. The upside? Ghost-type moves can't touch it at all. At base 115 Speed, Persian outspeeds most threats and doesn't need to tank what it can outrun.
- Dark and Steel types added — Fairy does not exist yet
- Moves are Physical or Special based on type, not per move
Persian 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 Persian to 440 total stats. HP saw the largest single gain at +25.
How to Evolve
Breed with Persian to get Meowth eggs easily using 102 partners from the Ground egg group. Notable egg moves include Amnesia, Assist, Charm and 3 more.
Start with max Attack and Speed EVs. Jolly nature gives Persian the right fast physical lean, Silkscarf adds extra utility, and Limber works in the background. Shadow Ball is the main damage option.
Best Build
Best Persian Moveset
- Shadow Ball
- Fake Out
- Hypnosis
- Double Edge
Without breeding, Persian misses out on Amnesia and Assist. That's 6 egg moves adding depth that the base kit lacks. STAB comes from Hyper Beam and Double-Edge, with coverage across 8 types rounding things out.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Finding Persian at moderate rates takes patience. 18 spots are available in late-game routes, but the rate difference between them matters. Lock in the top one from the sorted list below.
Where To Catch Persian in FireRed & LeafGreen
Meowth is your first catch on the way to Persian. You'll find walking encounters from Lv. 10-52 across 44 total spots in the chain.
Step 1Catch MeowthEFFORTLESSRoute 5LeafGreenGrassLv.10-16CommonEarlyRouteEFFORTLESSRoute 5FireRedGrassLv.10-16CommonEarlyRouteEFFORTLESSRoute 6LeafGreenGrassLv.10-16CommonEarlyRouteEFFORTLESSRoute 6FireRedGrassLv.10-16CommonEarlyRouteEFFORTLESSRoute 7LeafGreenGrassLv.17-20CommonMidRouteEFFORTLESSRoute 7FireRedGrassLv.17-20CommonMidRouteEFFORTLESSRoute 8LeafGreenGrassLv.18-20CommonMidRouteEFFORTLESSRoute 8FireRedGrassLv.18-20CommonMidRouteEASYBond BridgeFireRedGrassLv.31UncommonLateEASYBond BridgeLeafGreenGrassLv.31UncommonLateEASYCape BrinkLeafGreenGrassLv.31UncommonLateEASYCape BrinkFireRedGrassLv.31UncommonLateEASYKindle RoadLeafGreenGrassLv.31UncommonLateRouteEASYKindle RoadFireRedGrassLv.31UncommonLateRouteEASYTreasure BeachFireRedGrassLv.31UncommonLateWaterEASYTreasure BeachLeafGreenGrassLv.31UncommonLateWaterEASYCanyon EntranceFireRedGrassLv.41UncommonLateEASYCanyon EntranceLeafGreenGrassLv.41UncommonLateEASYFive Isle MeadowLeafGreenGrassLv.41UncommonLateEASYFive Isle MeadowFireRedGrassLv.41UncommonLateEASYWater PathLeafGreenGrassLv.41UncommonLateRouteEASYWater PathFireRedGrassLv.41UncommonLateRouteEASYRuin ValleyLeafGreenGrassLv.43UncommonLateEASYRuin ValleyFireRedGrassLv.43UncommonLateEASYSevault CanyonFireRedGrassLv.43UncommonLateEASYSevault CanyonLeafGreenGrassLv.43UncommonLate
Step 2Persian ✓CHALLENGINGBond BridgeFireRedGrassLv.37-40RareLateCHALLENGINGBond BridgeLeafGreenGrassLv.37-40RareLateCHALLENGINGCape BrinkLeafGreenGrassLv.37-40RareLateCHALLENGINGCape BrinkFireRedGrassLv.37-40RareLateCHALLENGINGKindle RoadFireRedGrassLv.37-40RareLateRouteCHALLENGINGKindle RoadLeafGreenGrassLv.37-40RareLateRouteCHALLENGINGTreasure BeachFireRedGrassLv.37-40RareLateWaterCHALLENGINGTreasure BeachLeafGreenGrassLv.37-40RareLateWaterCHALLENGINGCanyon EntranceFireRedGrassLv.47-50RarePostCHALLENGINGCanyon EntranceLeafGreenGrassLv.47-50RarePostCHALLENGINGFive Isle MeadowFireRedGrassLv.47-50RarePostCHALLENGINGFive Isle MeadowLeafGreenGrassLv.47-50RarePostCHALLENGINGWater PathFireRedGrassLv.47-50RarePostRouteCHALLENGINGWater PathLeafGreenGrassLv.47-50RarePostRouteCHALLENGINGRuin ValleyFireRedGrassLv.49-52RarePostCHALLENGINGRuin ValleyLeafGreenGrassLv.49-52RarePostCHALLENGINGSevault CanyonFireRedGrassLv.49-52RarePostCHALLENGINGSevault CanyonLeafGreenGrassLv.49-52RarePostor evolve from Meowth (Step 1)
Persian looks average on paper at 440 BST. But Technician is why it sees play — build around that and it pulls its weight. C-Tier pivot on our tier list.
Watch for Hitmonlee (Fighting) when using Persian. They all hit it super-effectively with STAB. Only 1 weakness means fewer dedicated counters to worry about. Persian's base 115 Speed lets it outpace many threats and strike first, which matters more than trying to tank hits.
Persian gets Technician, Limber, and Unnerve. But Technician is the one that matters — it's the centerpiece of every viable set. Build around that.
Persian is a physical attacker with base 70 Attack. But the speed tells the real story — base 115 Speed lets it outrun most of the field. Fits the pivot role.
Persian appears in 21 games, including Yellow, Red & Blue, and Gold & Silver.
Available since Red & Blue, Persian appears in 21 games spanning 9 generations. Beyond its original form, it gained an Alolan form in Generation 7.
- Gen IY
Yellow - Gen IRBDebut
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 VIISMAlolan
Sun & Moon - Gen VIILGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen VIIISwSh
Sword & Shield - Gen VIIIPLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen VIIIBDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen IXSV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen IXLZA
Legends: Z-A