Meowth Gmax is a Normal-type Pokémon introduced in Generation VIII with the Gigantamax ability.
Type: Normal
Abilities:
- Pickup: May pick up items after battle.
- Technician: Powers up the Pokémon's weaker moves.
- Unnerve (Hidden Ability): Prevents opposing Pokémon from using their held Berries.
Physical Characteristics:
- When in its Gigantamax form, Meowth becomes significantly taller and more elongated.
- It maintains its signature coin on its forehead, which grows larger and more pronounced.
- Its body takes on a more metallic sheen, resembling a long, flexible tower.
- Its whiskers become longer and more curved, resembling lightning bolts.
Behavior and Habitat:
- Generally found in urban areas and near humans due to its fondness for shiny objects and coins.
- Known for its mischievous and cunning nature.
- Often seen prowling at night, searching for items to collect.
- Forms bonds with trainers who understand its love for shiny objects.
In Battle:
- Meowth Gmax's Gigantamax move is G-Max Gold Rush, which damages opponents and confuses them while earning extra in-game currency.
- Best used as a disruptor in battles due to its ability to confuse opponents and its speed.
- While it has a range of Normal-type moves, it's crucial to use its Technician ability to boost weaker moves.
- Vulnerable to Fighting-type moves due to its Normal typing.
Evolution:
- Meowth does not evolve into a different Pokémon when it Gigantamaxes.
- Regular Meowth evolves into Persian at level 28.
- There are regional variants of Meowth that have different evolutionary lines, such as Galarian Meowth evolving into Perrserker at level 28.
Interesting Facts:
- Meowth Gmax's design is partly inspired by the Maneki-neko, a talisman believed to bring good luck and fortune.
- Its Gigantamax form is exclusive to special events or distributions, making it a rare and sought-after variant.
- The move G-Max Gold Rush is unique to Gigantamax Meowth and cannot be learned by any other Pokémon form.