Imagine the thrill of adding a new, clever competitor to the battlefield—because that's exactly what Meowth, the iconic Scratch Cat Pokémon, is bringing to Pokémon UNITE! This mischievous feline isn't just about cute appearances; it's now available as a Melee Speedster, promising to turn the tide of matches with its quick moves and greed for gold. And here’s where it gets intriguing: Meowth’s gameplay revolves heavily around collecting coins and stealing opponents’ battle items, creating a dynamic and strategic experience that can catch even seasoned players off guard.
Are you ready to discover how this resourceful cat can elevate your gameplay? Let’s unravel Meowth’s abilities, moves, and battle tactics, and see why it might just become your new favorite fighter in Aeos Island.
Introduction to Meowth
Primary Ability: Pickup – This unique skill allows Meowth to steal a battle item from opposing Pokémon when it attacks them. If Meowth defeats a wild Pokémon, it randomly claims one of that Pokémon’s battle items. It's important to note that Pickup has a cooldown period after use. Additionally, when Meowth moves toward Aeos energy or picks up gold coins, its movement speed temporarily increases. Collecting gold coins doesn’t just boost its speed briefly; it also makes Meowth faster overall, helping it zip around the map—perfect for stealing items and rushing to key points.
Basic Attack – Every third attack becomes a boosted version that drops gold coins near the opposing Pokémon it hits, further reinforcing Meowth’s coin-collecting and speed-enhancing playstyle.
Level 1 & 3 Moves:
- Scratch: Meowth uses its claws to slash at a chosen opponent, inflicting damage.
- Feint: A quick dash to a targeted Pokémon, dealing damage and positioning Meowth strategically.
Level 5 Moves:
- Pay Day: Meowth throws a gold coin in a specific direction, damaging enemies and slowing them down. Each hit drops coins near the opponents, which can be picked up to sustain its speed. Notably, Meowth can hold up to two charges of Pay Day, and collecting coins accelerates recharge. If upgraded, Pay Day deals more damage.
- Fury Swipes: Meowth unleashes a series of claw attacks—starting with two strikes and increasing up to five based on recent damage dealt. Each hit grants a shield, providing survivability, and if all hits land, it resets cooldowns on other moves, creating a powerful combo potential.
Level 7 Moves:
- Feint Attack: An aggressive leap forward that damages and incapacitates the opponent temporarily, grants Meowth a shield, and makes its next basic attack boosted.
- Assurance: A charge move that not only damages but also heals Meowth based on the number of times it recently hit the enemy, dealing double damage if it hit them multiple times in quick succession. Upgradable to reduce its cooldown, Assurance complements Meowth’s hit-and-get-healed style.
Unite Move – Gold Coin Barrage – When activated, Meowth unleashes a hail of gold coins across a targeted opponent or their path, causing damage and marking the area for coins to drop periodically, which adds a layer of strategic zone control.
In summary, Meowth isn’t just adorable—it's a crafty, speedy battler that thrives on collecting coins, stealing items, and outmaneuvering opponents with clever moves and speed boosts. Whether you're aiming to surprise your foes or secure crucial objectives, this coin-loving kitty promises a fun and strategic experience.
So, trainers, are you ready to embrace this gold-hunting feline in your team? Or will you find its high-speed, item-stealing style too tricky to manage? Share your thoughts—does Meowth’s unique gameplay make it a must-have, or do you think other Pokémon still rule the roost? Let us know in the comments below!
