#0053 · Gen 1 · 440 BST
Persian
A Normal-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with strong 115 base Speed. Common ability: Limber.
Base stats
Level 50, min EVs/IVs, − nature
140/81/72/76/76/121
Level 50, 252 EVs, 31 IVs, + nature
172/134/123/128/128/183
Abilities
Type effectiveness
Takes 2× damage from
Takes 0× damage from
Use the type chart for the full 18×18 matchup grid.
About Persian
Persian is a Normal/None-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with a Base Stat Total of 440. A Normal-type Pokémon from Generation 1 with strong 115 base Speed. Common ability: Limber.
Best stat: Speed (115 base)
Persian's standout stat informs its competitive role. With 70 base Attack and 115 base Speed, the standard offensive set will invest 252 EVs into Attack and 252 into Speed.
Abilities
- Limber
- Technician
- Unnerve
How to use Persian competitively
Open the damage calculator with Persian selected to test offensive matchups. For an EV spread that hits key benchmarks, use the EV calculator — Persian appears in the species dropdown. Drop Persian into the team builder to check coverage with five teammates.
Pokédex data summary
| National Dex # | #0053 |
|---|---|
| Generation | Gen 1 |
| Type | Normal / None |
| Abilities | Limber, Technician, Unnerve |
| Base Stat Total | 440 |
| HP / Atk / Def / SpA / SpD / Spe | 65 / 70 / 60 / 65 / 65 / 115 |