Pokémon Claude Red
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Persian (#053) is a Normal-type Classy cat Pokémon in Pokémon Red. Persian isn't found in the wild in Pokémon Red: evolve Meowth at level 28. It evolves from Meowth at level 28 and doesn't evolve further. Its best stat is Speed (115), and its base stat total of 375 ranks #63 of 151.
- National No.
- #053
- Type
- Normal
- Category
- Classy cat Pokémon
- Height
- 3′03″ (1.0 m)
- Weight
- 71.0 lb (32.2 kg)
- Catch rate
- 90 of 255
- Base EXP
- 148
- Growth rate
- Medium Fast
Its lustrous fur draws plenty of admirers, but PERSIAN's fickle, ill-tempered nature makes it a difficult Pokémon to keep as a pet.
Where to find Persian in Pokémon Red
Persian isn't found in the wild in Pokémon Red: evolve Meowth at level 28.
Base stats
| Stat | Base | Rank | |
|---|---|---|---|
| HP | 65 | #53 of 151 | |
| Attack | 70 | #74 of 151 | |
| Defense | 60 | #83 of 151 | |
| Special | 65 | #73 of 151 | |
| Speed | 115 | #7 of 151 | |
| Total | 375 | #63 of 151 |
Generation I uses a single Special stat for both special attack and special defense.
Evolution
Type effectiveness against Persian
| Damage taken | Types |
|---|---|
| 4× (double weakness) | — |
| 2× (weak to) | Fighting |
| ½× (resists) | — |
| ¼× (double resistance) | — |
| 0× (immune) | Ghost |
Moves learned by level up
| Level | Move | Type | Power | Accuracy | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Start | Scratch | Normal | 40 | 100% | 35 |
| Start | Growl | Normal | — | 100% | 40 |
| Start | Bite | Normal | 60 | 100% | 25 |
| Start | Screech | Normal | — | 85% | 40 |
| 12 | Bite | Normal | 60 | 100% | 25 |
| 17 | Pay Day | Normal | 40 | 100% | 20 |
| 24 | Screech | Normal | — | 85% | 40 |
| 37 | Fury Swipes | Normal | 18 | 80% | 15 |
| 51 | Slash | Normal | 70 | 100% | 20 |
TM and HM moves
| TM/HM | Move | Type | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| TM06 | Toxic | Poison | — |
| TM08 | Body Slam | Normal | 85 |
| TM09 | Take Down | Normal | 90 |
| TM10 | Double-Edge | Normal | 100 |
| TM11 | Bubble Beam | Water | 65 |
| TM12 | Water Gun | Water | 40 |
| TM15 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 |
| TM16 | Pay Day | Normal | 40 |
| TM20 | Rage | Normal | 20 |
| TM24 | Thunderbolt | Electric | 95 |
| TM25 | Thunder | Electric | 120 |
| TM31 | Mimic | Normal | — |
| TM32 | Double Team | Normal | — |
| TM34 | Bide | Normal | — |
| TM39 | Swift | Normal | 60 |
| TM40 | Skull Bash | Normal | 100 |
| TM44 | Rest | Psychic | — |
| TM50 | Substitute | Normal | — |
Frequently asked questions
Where do you find Persian in Pokémon Red?
Persian isn't found in the wild in Pokémon Red: evolve Meowth at level 28.
What type is Persian?
Persian is Normal type. It takes double damage from Fighting and is immune to Ghost.
Does Persian evolve?
Persian is the final form: it evolves from Meowth at level 28.
What moves does Persian learn?
Persian starts with Scratch, Growl, Bite, and Screech and learns Bite (Lv 12), Pay Day (Lv 17), Screech (Lv 24), Fury Swipes (Lv 37), and Slash (Lv 51) by leveling up. It can learn 18 TMs and HMs.
What are Persian's base stats?
HP 65, Attack 70, Defense 60, Special 65, Speed 115, for a total of 375.