Introduced in generation four, with the Pokemon Diamond and Pearl games, Glameow is a monotype normal Pokemon. It is the first stage evolution of its two stage evolution line and evolves into Purugly once it reaches the level threshold. Glameow is classified by the Pokedex as the “Catty Pokemon” which is likely a reference to its general design and behavior. This guide will showcase Glameow’s capabilities in battle, its appearances in the anime, as well as other general facts about Glameow.
About Glameow
As a generation four Pokemon, Glameow first appeared in the Diamond and Pearl season of the anime in the episode Following a Maiden’s Voyage!. In this episode, a Glameow patiently watches competitions between Dawn and Johanna. The Pokedex mentions how hostile Glameow can be and how pleasant Glameow can be if it is satisfied.
| First appearance in anime | Pokemon the Series: Diamond and Pearl Following a Maiden’s Voyage! |
| First appearance in game | Pokemon Diamond and Pearl |
| Region | Sinnoh |
| Evolution | Evolves into Purugly, not known to evolve from another Pokemon |
| 1st Evo level | 38 |
| 2nd Evo level | N/A |
| Pokedex Entry | It claws if displeased and purrs when affectionate. Its fickleness is very popular among some. |
Glameow Base Stats
| HP | 49 |
| ATTACK | 55 |
| DEFENCE | 42 |
| SP. ATTACK | 42 |
| SP. DEFENCE | 37 |
| SPEED | 85 |
| TOTAL | 310 |
Appearance
Glameow is a small gray and white Pokemon that resembles a large cat. Most of its body is gray or white with purple accents found around its body. It has blue eyes with black pupils and two scraggly pairs of whiskers on either side of its mouth. Its eyelids themselves are red and its mouth is often twisted into a scowl. Its tail is long and curly, it can be utilized as a weapon by Glameow during battles. Glameow is a small Pokemon at only 1 foot and 8 inches, or 0.5 meters, tall.
Behavior
Glameow tends to live a life of independence and it walks around town or in the wilderness with a sense of purpose. They tend to be spiteful and will hold a grudge against people who treated it poorly. It can be a pleasant Pokemon as long as you keep it satisfied and will purr happily if it is happy with its trainer. They can be common to find near urban environments as they are popular pets. The Pokedex mentions that the movement of Glameow’s tail can indicate how happy it is.
Strengths and Weaknesses
As the base evolution Pokemon of its evolution line, Glameow is a weak Pokemon. It has a strong speed stat for a base evolution, but the rest of its stats are mediocre. They are balanced, and it is more of a physical Pokemon than a special Pokemon, but it has trouble fulfilling the aggressive role on your team. As a monotype normal Pokemon, Glameow takes 2x damage from fighting type moves. It is immune to ghost type moves but will not resist any other type in the franchise.
Best Moveset
In competitive play, Glameow is typically reserved for the LC (Little Cup) bracket. In this format, Glameow can function as an aggressive Pokemon. With a Life Orb, as a held item, and the Limber ability preventing it from getting paralyzed, it can function as a menacing offensive Pokemon. Consider running Return, Sucker Punch, Fake Out/Knock Off, and Play Rough/U-Turn. This set is aimed at giving Glameow the opportunity to play around its opponent. Sucker Punch and Fake Out can slow down your opponent. Knock Off can prevent specific strategies from working as well, and U-Turn can be utilized as a way to pivot into a more defensive or aggressive Pokemon. Finally Return is just used as an aggressive option against your opponent’s team.
| Return | Sucker Punch |
| Fake Out/Knock Off | Play Rough/U-Turn |
How to Catch Glameow in Pokemon Go?
If you would like to obtain a Glameow in Pokemon Go, there are a few different ways of doing so. As the base evolution Pokemon, it spawns more commonly in the wild and thus is easier to encounter. You can find Glameow spawning in the wild, at a boosted rate, near cities, neighborhoods, parks, and other residential or grassy areas. Glameow can also be hatched from 5 km eggs but unfortunately, neither Glameow or Glameow have all appeared as raid bosses at Pokemon Gyms. To evolve Glameow into a Glameow it will take 50 candies.
Trivia
- Glameow can be considered a parallel to Stunky. They are both exclusive to different Pokemon games, and their evolved forms are used by different Team Galactic Admins.
- The inspiration for Glameow’s design is likely based on a domestic house cat.
- The name Glameow is a combination of the words glamor and meow.
FAQ
Is Glameow Strong?
Glameow has a high speed stat, as well as access to powerful moves like Play Rough and Sucker Punch. However, in Little Cup battles, it is often outclassed by other normal type Pokemon due to its low bulk and offenses. By carefully crafting your team to include moves that Assist cannot call, such as Protect or Fly, creative trainers can use Assist to have Glameow reliably use powerful moves.
What is Glameow?
Glameow is based on a domestic house cat. Like cats in real life, they were originally wild, but were domesticated by people eventually. They became popular among people as hunters of pests or friendly companions and this is reflected in the Pokemon universe. It is common for a Pokemon to draw inspiration from real life and Glameow is no exception.
Where do you find Glameow?
Glameow is often found as a version exclusive Pokemon, with Stunky as its counterpart. Glameow can be found on Routes 218 and 222 in Pokemon Pearl, or in the Hidden Grotto in Pokemon White 2. In Pokemon Go, it can be found in towns and cities, with a boosted appearance rate during partly cloudy weather.
Conclusion
Congratulations, you now know just about everything there is to know about this “Catty Pokemon”. While Glameow’s involvement in competitive play is limited to a unique format, Glameow can perform as a useful offensive Pokemon. With access to many offensive moves, priority, and flinching moves, Glameow can provide a lot of utility to your team. The damage from Glameow can be considerable. Reserve a slot on your team for Glameow if you want an aggressive normal type Pokemon.
