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{{PokéBox
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|name=Persian
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|jname=ペルシアン Perushian
border={{Normal}}|
 
 
|ndex=053
backcolor={{Normal}}|
 
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|ndexprev=Meowth
name=Persian|
 
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|ndexnext=Psyduck
jname={ペルシアン''Persian''}|
 
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|dexkanto=053
image=Persian.png|
 
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|dexjohto={{tt|137|Gold, Silver & Crystal}}/{{tt|139|HeartGold & SoulSilver}}
evofrom=[[Meowth]]|
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|evofrom=Meowth
evointo=None|
 
 
|gen=Generation I
ndex=053|
 
 
|species=Classy Cat Pokémon
gen=[[Generation I]]|
 
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|egg1=Field
pronun=<math>PURR-shin</math>|
 
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|body=08
hp=65|
 
 
|type=Normal
atk=70|
 
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|imheight=3'03"
def=60|
 
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|metheight=1.0 m
satk=65|
 
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|imweight=70.6 lbs.
sdef=65|
 
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|metweight=32.0 kg
spd=115|
 
 
|ability=[[Limber]]<br />[[Technician]]
total=440|
 
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|dw=Unnerve
species= Classy Cat Pokémon|
 
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|color=Yellow
type={{Type|Normal}}|
 
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|male=50
height=<span class="explain" title="1.0 m">3'03"</span>|
 
 
|evo=[[File:052.png|link=Meowth]][[File:053.png]]}}
weight=<span class="explain" title="32.0kg">70.6 lbs.</span>|
 
 
'''Persian''' (Japanese: '''ペルシアン''' ''Perushian'') is a {{Type|Normal}}-[[Types|type]] [[Pokémon (creature)|Pokémon]] introduced in [[Generation I]].
ability=[[Limber]]<br>[[Technician]]|
 
color = White|
 
gender=<span class="female">50% ♀</span>/<span class="male">50% ♂</span>|
 
}}
 
 
'''Persian''' (ペルシアン''Persian'') is a {{Type|Normal}}-type [[Pokémon]].
 
   
== Appearance ==
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==Biology==
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===Physiology===
Persian resembles a large cat. Its fur is beige in color, and it has a curly tail. There is also a small, red gem on its forehead, which is said to give the Pokémon power. The Persian is named after the Persian breed of cat, although it resembles a cougar, with a yellowish white fur color. It may possibly an albino cougar. Another possibility is that it is based on a Siamese cat. It also has a beige coloring and black ears much like Persian.
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Persian resembles a large cat or a bit like Lynx. Its fur is beige in color, and it has a curly tail. There is also a small, red gem on its forehead, which is said to give the Pokémon power. The Persian is named after the Persian breed of cat, although it resembles a cougar, with a yellowish white fur color. It may possibly an albino cougar. Another possibility is that it is based on a Siamese cat. It also has a beige coloring and black ears much like Persian and has medium sized whiskers. This Pokémon, while very beautiful and elegant is not the best pet. The reason for this is that Persians are known to have unpredictable temperaments apt to turn vicious in the blink of an eye, one moment it might be contentedly rubbing its head against it's trainer's hand while it is being petted, the next it could unsheathe its claws and scratch the hand that was petting it.
   
==Special Abilities==
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===Special abilities===
Persian can have the abilities [[Limber]] or [[Technician]]. Limber prevents Persian from being paralyzed. Technician powers up non-effective moves. Persian will have the Dreamworld ability [[Unnerve]] which will prevent its opponent from consuming it's berry.
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Some Persian have the ability [[Limber]] while others have [[Technician]]. Limber prevents Persian from being paralyzed. Technician powers up non-effective moves. Persian will have the Dreamworld ability [[Unnerve]] which will prevent its opponent from consuming its berry.
   
 
==Evolution==
 
==Evolution==
 
'''Persian''' is the evolved form of [[Meowth]], as of level 28.
 
'''Persian''' is the evolved form of [[Meowth]], as of level 28.
   
==Anime==
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==Game info==
 
===Game locations===
In the anime, [[Giovanni]] owns a Persian. This Persian is often found near Giovanni during his discussions with other Team Rocket members. Meowth from Team Rocket is jealous of this Persian because of the treatment it gets from Giovanni. Both [[Tyson]]'s [[Meowth]] and [[Team Rocket's Meowth]] dislike Persian due to an event in their past.
 
 
==Game Info==
 
===Game Locations===
 
 
{{Game Locations
 
{{Game Locations
|pokemon=Persian
 
 
|backcolor={{Normal}}
 
|backcolor={{Normal}}
 
|redblue=Evolve [[Meowth]] (Blue only)
 
|redblue=Evolve [[Meowth]] (Blue only)
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|blackwhite=[[Poké Transfer]], [[Dream World]]
 
|blackwhite=[[Poké Transfer]], [[Dream World]]
 
|bwrarity=None
 
|bwrarity=None
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|xy=Transfer
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|xyrarity=None
 
}}
 
}}
   
===Pokedex Entries===
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===Pokédex entries===
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{{Pokédexentries
{{GenIPokédex|
 
backcolor={{Normal}}|
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|backcolor={{Normal}}
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|gen=I
redblue=Although its fur has many admirers, it is tough to raise as a pet because of its fickle meanness.|
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|redblue=Although its fur has many admirers, it is tough to raise as a pet because of its fickle meanness.
yellow=The gem in its forehead glows on its own! It walks with all the grace and elegance of a proud queen.|
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|yellow=The gem in its forehead glows on its own! It walks with all the grace and elegance of a proud queen.
gold=Many adore it for its sophisticated air. However, it will lash out and scratch for little reason.|
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|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.|
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|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.|
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|crystal=Behind its lithe, elegant appearance lies a barbaric side. It will tear apart its prey on a mere whim.
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.|
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|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.
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.|
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|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.|
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|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.|
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|leafgreen=Although its fur has many admirers, it is tough to raise as a pet because of its fickle meanness.
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.|
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|diamond=A very haughty Pokémon. Among fans, the size of the jewel in its forehead is a topic of much talk.
platinum=A very haughty Pokémon. Among fans, the size of the jewel in its forehead is a topic of much talk.|
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|pearl=A very haughty Pokémon. Among fans, the size of the jewel in its forehead is a topic of much talk.
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|platinum=A very haughty Pokémon. Among fans, the size of the jewel in its forehead is a topic of much talk.
heartgold=Many adore it for its sophisticated air. However, it will lash out and scratch for little reason.|
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|heartgold=Many adore it for its sophisticated air. However, it will lash out and scratch for little reason.
soulsilver=Its lithe muscles allow it to walk without making a sound. It attacks in an instant.|
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|soulsilver=Its lithe muscles allow it to walk without making a sound. It attacks in an instant.
black=A very haughty Pokémon. Among fans, the size of the jewel in its forehead is a topic of much talk.|
 
white=A very haughty Pokémon. Among fans, the size of the jewel in its forehead is a topic of much talk.|
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|black=A very haughty Pokémon. Among fans, the size of the jewel in its forehead is a topic of much talk.
 
|white=A very haughty Pokémon. Among fans, the size of the jewel in its forehead is a topic of much talk.
}}
 
 
|black 2=A very haughty Pokémon. Among fans, the size of the jewel in its forehead is a topic of much talk.
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|white 2=A very haughty Pokémon. Among fans, the size of the jewel in its forehead is a topic of much talk.
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|x=Although its fur has many admirers, it is tough to raise as a pet because of its fickle meanness.
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|y=Its lithe muscles allow it to walk without making a sound. It attacks in an instant.}}
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==Appearances==
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===Anime===
 
In the anime, [[Giovanni]] owns a Persian. This Persian is often found near Giovanni during his discussions with other Team Rocket members. Meowth from Team Rocket is jealous of this Persian because of the treatment it gets from Giovanni. Both [[Tyson]]'s [[Meowth]] and [[Team Rocket's Meowth]] dislike Persian due to an event in their past.
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==Gallery==
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<gallery>
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053Persian_OS_anime.png
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053Persian_OS_anime_2.png
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053Persian_AG_anime.png
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053Persian_Dream.png
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053Persian_Pokemon_Conquest.png
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</gallery>
   
 
==Trivia==
 
==Trivia==
 
*Although Persian is named after the breed of cat, it doesn't share similarities with the breed of the same name. Its looks are largely based on a Siamese cat.
*Seeing as Meowth used to be Giovanni's favorite and now has a Persian, he must favor cat-like Pokémon.
 
*Giovanni is most likely a reference to a mob boss, he is seen in a suit often, has a clean hair cut, and specifically Persian.
 
*Although Persian is named after the breed of cat, it doesn't share similarities with the breed of the same name. Its looks is largely based on a Siamese cat.
 
 
*In ''[[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team|Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team]]'', Persian is [[Pokémon Square]]'s bank owner but later replaced by [[Duskull]] in future ''Mystery Dungeon'' titles.
 
*In ''[[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team|Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team]]'', Persian is [[Pokémon Square]]'s bank owner but later replaced by [[Duskull]] in future ''Mystery Dungeon'' titles.
   
 
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Revision as of 23:00, 30 July 2014

Persian (Japanese: ペルシアン Perushian) is a Normal-type Pokémon introduced in Generation I.

Biology

Physiology

Persian resembles a large cat or a bit like Lynx. Its fur is beige in color, and it has a curly tail. There is also a small, red gem on its forehead, which is said to give the Pokémon power. The Persian is named after the Persian breed of cat, although it resembles a cougar, with a yellowish white fur color. It may possibly an albino cougar. Another possibility is that it is based on a Siamese cat. It also has a beige coloring and black ears much like Persian and has medium sized whiskers. This Pokémon, while very beautiful and elegant is not the best pet. The reason for this is that Persians are known to have unpredictable temperaments apt to turn vicious in the blink of an eye, one moment it might be contentedly rubbing its head against it's trainer's hand while it is being petted, the next it could unsheathe its claws and scratch the hand that was petting it.

Special abilities

Some Persian have the ability Limber while others have Technician. Limber prevents Persian from being paralyzed. Technician powers up non-effective moves. Persian will have the Dreamworld ability Unnerve which will prevent its opponent from consuming its berry.

Evolution

Persian is the evolved form of Meowth, as of level 28.

Game info

Game locations

Locations
Version(s) Area(s) Rarity
Red and Blue Evolve Meowth (Blue only) None
Yellow Trade None
Gold and Silver Route 7 (Silver only) Rare
Crystal Route 7 Rare
Ruby and Sapphire Trade None
FireRed and LeafGreen Many Sevii Islands locations Rare
Emerald Evolve Meowth None
Diamond and Pearl Evolve Meowth None
Platinum Evolve Meowth None
HeartGold and SoulSilver Route 7, Cerulean Cave (SoulSilver only) Rare
Black and White Poké Transfer, Dream World None
X and Y Transfer None

Pokédex entries

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Appearances

Anime

In the anime, Giovanni owns a Persian. This Persian is often found near Giovanni during his discussions with other Team Rocket members. Meowth from Team Rocket is jealous of this Persian because of the treatment it gets from Giovanni. Both Tyson's Meowth and Team Rocket's Meowth dislike Persian due to an event in their past.

Gallery

Trivia

  • Although Persian is named after the breed of cat, it doesn't share similarities with the breed of the same name. Its looks are largely based on a Siamese cat.
  • In Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team, Persian is Pokémon Square's bank owner but later replaced by Duskull in future Mystery Dungeon titles.

See also

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