Meowth Candy is a species-specific item in Pokémon GO.
Basic Information:
- Category: Species Candies
- Cost: Not purchasable; obtained through gameplay
- Availability: Acquired by catching Meowth or hatching Meowth from eggs
Effect:
- Used to power up Meowth and its evolutions
- Required for evolving Meowth into Persian
- Typically, 50 Meowth Candies are needed to evolve into Persian
- Can be used for XL Candy conversion to further boost CP beyond the normal cap
In-Game Use:
- Essential for evolving Meowth into its evolved form, Persian
- Helps in increasing the Combat Power (CP) and stats of Meowth and Persian
- Used for powering up Pokémon to make them more effective in battles
- Can be obtained by transferring Meowth to Professor Willow in exchange for additional candies
Game Appearances:
- Introduced in Pokémon GO, coinciding with the game's release
- Available continuously as Meowth is a common spawn in various events and areas
- Featured in several in-game events and promotions, increasing its availability
Strategic Applications:
- Important for players focusing on building a strong team for gym battles and raids
- Allows players to maximize their Meowth's potential by evolving it into Persian, which can be useful in specific battle leagues
- Collecting and using candies strategically can help in maintaining a versatile team with diverse types and movesets
Interesting Facts:
- Meowth Candy reflects the unique evolution mechanics of Pokémon GO, focusing on species-specific items
- Despite its simplicity, collecting enough candies can be a significant milestone for new players
- The concept of species candies introduces a new dynamic compared to traditional main series games' evolution methods
- Meowth, being a popular Pokémon due to its role in the anime, often features in events, making its candy relatively easy to collect