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Persian

PersianNormal
  • partlyCloudy
Persian is available in Pokémon GOShiny Pokémon icon
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Persian is a Normal-type Pokémon in Pokémon GO. It reaches 1,689 CP and is weak to Fighting-type moves. Its recommended moveset is Scratch / Play Rough. It is boosted by Partly Cloudy weather. Its shiny form is available.

Persian Stats and Max CP

150 ATK
136 DEF
163 HP
Lvl 50 Max CP
1910 CP
Lvl 40
1689 CP
Lvl 25 Weather Boost
1206 CP
Lvl 20 Raids/Eggs
965 CP
Lvl 15 Research
724 CP

Persian's Tier Ranking

Raid AttackerRaid Attacker
Not ranked
NormalNormal-type
#287
Great LeagueGreat League
#120

Persian Type Chart

Persian takes increased damage from:Persian takes increased damage from:

FightingFighting160.0%

Persian takes reduced damage from:Persian takes reduced damage from:

GhostGhost39.1%

Persian best moveset

Moves

Scratch + Play Rough

Normal
NormalScratch
FairyPlay Rough
Persian's best Normal-type moveset is Scratch / Play Rough, with 8.25 DPS and 116.4 TDO. These moves are boosted by Partly Cloudy and Cloudy weather. Persian ranks #287 (E Tier) as a Normal attacker with that moveset.
1.NormalScratchDarkFoul Play7.078.31117.3
2.NormalScratchFairyPlay Rough7.028.25116.4
3.NormalScratchDarkPayback6.677.83110.5
4.NormalScratchRockPower Gem6.667.82110.4
5.NormalScratchDarkNight Slash6.297.39104.2
6.DarkFeint AttackFairyPlay Rough6.237.33103.4
7.DarkFeint AttackDarkFoul Play6.197.28102.7
8.DarkFeint AttackRockPower Gem5.836.8596.7
1–8 of 10

Fast Attacks

  • DarkFeint Attack11101.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Feint Attack
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • DarkDark
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage11
    Energy10
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration1.0s
    Damage window0.8s - 1.0s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage6
    Energy6

    Effects
    Feint Attack has no special effects.
    See Feint Attack details page ↗
  • NormalScratch640.5s
    Toggle more information for move: Scratch
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 62.5%
      • RockRock
      • SteelSteel
    • 39.1%
      • GhostGhost
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage6
    Energy4
    Weather boost
    • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
    Duration0.5s
    Damage window0.3s - 0.5s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage3
    Energy4

    Effects
    Scratch has no special effects.
    See Scratch details page ↗

Charged Attacks

  • DarkFoul Play70502.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Foul Play
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • DarkDark
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage70
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window1.7s - 1.9s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage65
    Energy40

    Effects
    Foul Play has no special effects.
    See Foul Play details page ↗
  • DarkPayback951002.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Payback
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • DarkDark
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage95
    Energy100
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window0.9s - 1.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage110
    Energy60

    Effects
    Payback has no special effects.
    See Payback details page ↗
  • DarkNight Slash *45332.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Night Slash
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • GhostGhost
      • PsychicPsychic
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • DarkDark
      • FairyFairy
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage45
    Energy33
    Weather boost
    • fogFog
    Duration2.0s
    Damage window1.1s - 1.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage50
    Energy35

    Effects
    Special effectsSpecial

    Night Slash has a 12.5% chance to:

    • Increase User's Attack by 25.0%
    See Night Slash details page ↗
  • FairyPlay Rough90503.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Play Rough
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FightingFighting
      • DragonDragon
      • DarkDark
    • 62.5%
      • PoisonPoison
      • SteelSteel
      • FireFire
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage90
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • cloudyCloudy
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window1.4s - 2.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage90
    Energy60

    Effects
    Play Rough has no special effects.
    See Play Rough details page ↗
  • RockPower Gem80503.0s
    Toggle more information for move: Power Gem
    Type effectiveness chart
    • 160.0%
      • FlyingFlying
      • BugBug
      • FireFire
      • IceIce
    • 62.5%
      • FightingFighting
      • GroundGround
      • SteelSteel
    Gym and Raid Battles
    Damage80
    Energy50
    Weather boost
    • partlyCloudyPartly Cloudy
    Duration3.0s
    Damage window2.0s - 2.8s
    Trainer Battles
    Damage85
    Energy50

    Effects
    Power Gem has no special effects.
    See Power Gem details page ↗
Pokédex informationMore information

The following chart shows Persian's DPS and TDO for every fast and charged attack combination. This chart is useful for comparing the relative strength of Persian's movesets. You can change the weather and the opposing Pokémon to see how it affects the rankings.

Legacy Elite Fast and Charged Attacks can only be obtained during special events, or by using an Elite Fast TM or an Elite Charged TM. Legacy moves are marked with an asterisk (*). The table above provides information on different moves Persian has in Pokémon GO, along with their corresponding DPS (Damage per Second) and TDO (Total Damage Output).

Persian CP Chart

CP Chart

Persian reaches a maximum of 1,689 CP at Level 50. Raid encounters have 907–965 CP, rising to 1,134–1,206 CP when weather boosted. Field and Special Research encounters have 680–724 CP.

Max CPMax CP1689 CP
Level 50, 15/15/15 IVs
Field ResearchResearch680 CP - 724 CP
Level 15, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Pokémon EggEggs907 CP - 965 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
Raid catchRaids907 CP - 965 CP
Level 20, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
1134 CP - 1206 CP
Weather boosted, Level 25, 10/10/10 minimum IVs
InfoMore information
  • Field and Special Research encounters are always Level 15. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Field Research encounters have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
  • Pokémon hatched from Eggs are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Egg Hatches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
  • Raid Bosses caught without weather boost are always Level 20. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
    • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
  • Raid Bosses caught with weather boost are always Level 25. IVs range from 10 (min) to 15 (max). Weather boosted Raid Catches have a 10/10/10 IV floor.
    • 😈 Shadow Pokémon have 6/6/6 IV floor in raids.
  • Wild encounters range from Level 1 to Level 30 Pokémon. Their IVs range from 0 (min) to 15 (max) for each stat.
  • Weather Boosted wild Pokémon encounters get a 5 Level boost, bringing their Level range to Level 6 to Level 35. In addition, they have a guaranteed minimum IV value of 4 for each stat, resulting in a 4/4/4 IV floor.

Max Combat Power per Level chart

Persian Max CP per level chart. This table shows maximum Combat Power values from Level 1 to Level 50. CP Calculator

LVLMax CPLVLMax CPLVLMax CP
123 CP274 CP3125 CP
4176 CP5227 CP6278 CP
7329 CP8380 CP9431 CP
10482 CP11531 CP12579 CP
13627 CP14675 CP15724 CP
16772 CP17820 CP18868 CP
19917 CP20965 CP211013 CP
221061 CP231110 CP241158 CP
251206 CP261255 CP271303 CP
281351 CP291399 CP301448 CP
311472 CP321496 CP331520 CP
341544 CP351568 CP361593 CP
371617 CP381641 CP391665 CP
401689 CP411710 CP421732 CP
431754 CP441776 CP451798 CP
461820 CP471842 CP481864 CP
491887 CP501910 CP

Pokédex information

Kanto
Pokédex Number#53
Height1 m
Weight32 kg
RegionGeneration 1
Can be tradedAllowed
Buddy distance3 km
ReleasedYes
Shiny releasedYes
Pokémon Home transferAllowed
Base Flee Rate0%
Catch rewards
Candy5
Stardust700
Additional Move Cost
Candy50
Stardust50000

Evolution Chart

PokémonRequiresEvolution
MeowthMeowth
  • 50 Candy50 Candy
PersianPersian
  • Meowth evolves into Persian which costs 50 Candy.

Mega Pokémon that boost Persian

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A list of Mega Pokémon that boost Persian's Normal-type moves, Candy, and Candy XL from catching Persian.

Normal Normal

Pokédex informationMore information

Mega and Primal Raid Bonus –Mega Pokémon boost the attack power of all other Pokémon when battling in Raid Battles by 10%. Attacks that share their type with the Mega Pokémon's type(s) receive a 30% boost. However, these bonuses do not stack if there are multiple Mega-Evolved Pokémon battling simultaneously; only the higher boost will be applied.

Mega and Primal Catch Bonus –While a Pokémon is Mega-Evolved, additional XP and Candy is granted when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it, or for any raid boss caught. These do not stack with each other. Additionally, High and Max Level Mega-Evolved Pokémon grant an increased chance to obtain Candy XL when catching a Pokémon that shares a type with it.

Note on Primal Kyogre, Primal Groudon, and Mega Rayquaza
  • Primal Kyogre boosts Water-, Electric- and Bug-type attacks and Pokémon.
  • Primal Groudon boosts Fire-, Grass- and Ground-type attacks and Pokémon.
  • Mega Rayquaza boosts Flying-, Dragon- and Psychic-type attacks and Pokémon.

Power-up costs

StardustCandyCandy XL
LVL 50520,000 Stardust304 Persian Candy296 Persian Candy XL
LVL 40280,000 Stardust304 Persian Candy10 Persian Candy XL
LVL 35190,000 Stardust196 Persian Candy-
LVL 30125,000 Stardust126 Persian Candy-
LVL 2580,000 Stardust87 Persian Candy-
LVL 2047,500 Stardust58 Persian Candy-
LVL 1525,500 Stardust38 Persian Candy-
LVL 1011,000 Stardust19 Persian Candy-
LVL 53,000 Stardust9 Persian Candy-

Persian Power Up costs in Pokémon GO. The table shows the total Stardust, Candy, and Candy XL required to power up Persian from Level 1 to Level 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, and 50. It will cost you 520,000 Stardust, 304 Candy, and 296 Candy XL to fully power up Persian in Pokémon GO.

Power-Up Calculator

Persian family

A list of Pokémon that are somehow related to Persian in Pokémon GO. Includes evolutions, regional, and form variations.

MeowthMeowth
PersianPersian
PerrserkerPerrserker
Alolan Meowth (Alola)Alolan Meowth
Alolan Persian (Alola)Alolan Persian
Shadow Alolan Meowth (Alola Shadow)Shadow Alolan Meowth
Shadow Alolan Persian (Alola Shadow)Shadow Alolan Persian
Galarian Meowth (Galarian)Galarian Meowth
Galarian Shadow Meowth (Galarian Shadow)Galarian Shadow Meowth
Gigantamax Meowth (Gigantamax)Gigantamax Meowth
Shadow Meowth (Shadow)Shadow Meowth
Shadow Persian (Shadow)Shadow Persian
Shadow Perrserker (Shadow)Shadow Perrserker

Size information

XXSXSMXLXXL
PersianPersianPersianScaled Human Trainer to 170 cmPersianPersian
0.49 m0.5 m1 m1.5 m1.75 m

Persian's height ranges from 0.49 m to 1.75 m, with the average being 1 m. The illustration shows a comparison with a 1.70 m (5′07″) tall Trainer. Max height has been limited to 450px for rendering purposes.

Size bounds

This table shows the size bounds of Persian in Pokémon GO. The size bounds are the minimum and maximum values for each size category.

SizeLower boundUpper bound
XXS0.49 m0.5 m
1′07″1′08″
XS0.5 m1 m
1′08″3′03″
M0.75 m1.25 m
2′06″4′01″
XL1.25 m1.5 m
4′01″4′11″
XXL1.5 m1.75 m
4′11″5′09″

Encounter data

Movement typeMOVEMENT_JUMP
Movement Timer8s
Jump Time2s
Attack Probability10.0%
Attack Timer23s
Dodge Probability15.0%
Dodge Duration0.0s
Dodge Distance1
Min Action Frequency1s
Max Action Frequency2s

Sprites

Photobomb

Regular and Shiny Persian

Persian high resolution sprites

A list of high resolution Pokémon HOME sprites related to Persian. Sprite description is a best guess on what the sprite is related to, use your own judgment. Click to download full 512x512 resolution.

Official artwork

Persian Pokémon GO

Wallpaper

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Persian Pokédex entries

Kanto
VersionsPokédex entry
Red, BlueAlthough its fur has many admirers, it is tough to raise as a pet because of its fickle meanness.
YellowThe gem in its forehead glows on its own! It walks with all the grace and elegance of a proud queen.
GoldMany adore it for its sophisticated air. However, it will lash out and scratch for little reason.
SilverIts lithe muscles allow it to walk without making a sound. It attacks in an instant.
CrystalBehind its lithe, elegant appearance lies a barbaric side. It will tear apart its prey on a mere whim.
Ruby, SapphirePERSIAN 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.
EmeraldA PERSIAN’s six bold whiskers sense air movements to determine what is in its vicinity. It becomes docile if grabbed by the whiskers.
FireRedHas a vicious temperament. Beware if it raises its tail straight up. It is a signal that it is about to pounce and bite.
LeafGreenAlthough its fur has many admirers, it is tough to raise as a pet because of its fickle meanness.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, Black, White, Black 2, White 2A very haughty Pokémon. Among fans, the size of the jewel in its forehead is a topic of much talk.
HeartGoldMany adore it for its sophisticated air. However, it will lash out and scratch for little reason.
SoulSilverIts lithe muscles allow it to walk without making a sound. It attacks in an instant.
XAlthough its fur has many admirers, it is tough to raise as a pet because of its fickle meanness.
YIts lithe muscles allow it to walk without making a sound. It attacks in an instant.
Omega Ruby, Alpha SapphirePersian 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.
SunIt has a violent temperament. It will attack anything that looks it in the eye. Its sharp claws inflict deep wounds.
MoonIt 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 SunAlthough 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 MoonThis 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.
SwordGetting this prideful Pokémon to warm up to you takes a lot of effort, and it will claw at you the moment it gets annoyed.
ShieldIts elegant and refined behavior clashes with that of the barbaric Perrserker. The relationship between the two is one of mutual disdain.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Persian’s strengths and weaknesses?

As a Normal-type Pokémon, Persian is weak to Fighting-type moves.

What are the best moves for Persian in Pokémon GO?

The best moves for Persian in Pokémon GO are Scratch and Foul Play. This moveset has a DPS (Damage Per Second) of 8.311 and a TDO (Total Damage Output) of 117.257.

How does Persian perform in Raids?

Persian's Raid attacker tier is currently not known, has no viable moves, or it is too low to be ranked.

How does Persian rank as a Normal-type attacker?

Persian is an E-Tier Normal-type attacker, struggling in Raids due to its lower stats or suboptimal moveset.

What Mega Pokémon boost Persian?

The following Mega Pokémon boost Persian: Mega Pidgeot, Mega Kangaskhan, Mega Lopunny, and Mega Audino.

What is Persian’s maximum CP at Level 40 and Level 50?

Persian’s maximum CP at Level 40 is 1689 CP and 1910 CP at Level 50.

Can Persian be shiny in Pokémon GO?

Persian can be Shiny in Pokémon GO ✨.

Can Persian Dynamax in Pokémon GO?

Persian cannot Dynamax in Pokémon GO.