Meowth has clawed its way into Pokemon Unite as a lightning-fast Speedster that rewards aggressive gameplay and constant movement. This scrappy feline thrives on stealing battle items, collecting gold coins, and overwhelming enemies with relentless mobility. Master Meowth’s unique kit and you’ll snowball fights like never before.
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Pokemon Meowth Overview
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Role | Speedster (Physical/Melee) |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Best Lane | Jungle |
| Playstyle | Hit-and-run aggression |
| Key Strength | Mobility & cooldown resets |
| Main Weakness | Low durability |
| Unite Move Unlock | Level 9 |
Understanding Meowth’s Kit
Pickup Passive: The Game-Changer Meowth steals battle items from enemy Pokemon during attacks and collects random items from wild Pokemon. Movement speed increases near Aeos energy and gold coins, with bonus speed upon collection. This makes Meowth a perpetual-motion machine when played correctly.
Basic Attack Pattern Every third attack becomes boosted and drops gold coins near hit enemies. These coins fuel your cooldown reduction—never ignore them!
Optimal Moveset Combination
Pay Day + Feint Attack (Recommended) This setup maximizes Meowth’s hit-and-run potential. Pay Day provides ranged poke with slow effects while dropping collectible coins, while Feint Attack offers stunning power and safe escape options. The synergy creates constant pressure without overcommitting.
Alternative builds using Fury Swipes + Assurance work for sustained damage, but sacrifice the safety that makes Meowth viable in competitive play.
Best Item Setup
Held Items:
- Float Stone: Amplifies roaming speed and Attack
- Attack Weight: Stacks damage through scoring goals
- Razor Claw: Adds slow debuffs after skill usage
Battle Item:
- X Speed: Perfectly complements Meowth’s chase-focused playstyle
Emblems:
- 6 Brown Emblems (+4% Attack)
- 6 White Emblems (+4% HP)
For more competitive Pokemon Unite strategies, check our complete Unite tier list guide.
Gold Coin Barrage Unite Move
At level 9, Meowth unleashes Gold Coin Barrage—firing multiple coin shots at targeted enemies while dropping additional coins around hits. This move excels at securing objectives or finishing low-health targets. According to The Pokemon Company’s official Unite page, timing Unite Moves properly often determines match outcomes.
Counter Strategies
Meowth struggles against hard crowd control. Priority counters include:
- Slowbro: Telekinesis completely shuts down mobility
- Trevenant: Displacement prevents safe escapes
- Mamoswine: Chain stuns lock Meowth down
- Pikachu: Ranged stuns punish approach attempts
Smart positioning and team coordination beat Meowth consistently. For more Pokemon Unite character counters, visit our comprehensive guide section.
Pro Tips for Success
Focus on gold coin collection—it’s not just visual flair, it’s your power source. Maintain constant map presence through superior mobility. Avoid extended trades; Meowth wins through accumulation, not slugfests. Always have an escape route planned before engaging.
Ready to climb ranks with this crafty cat? Start practicing Meowth’s unique rhythm today!
FAQs
When should I use Fury Swipes over Pay Day?
Choose Fury Swipes when your team needs sustained damage and you have reliable peel support to keep you alive during extended fights.
What makes Meowth effective despite low durability?
Meowth’s exceptional mobility and cooldown reset mechanics let skilled players dart in for damage then escape before retaliation becomes dangerous.
