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Meowth
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Best Meowth Build - Meta Hit-and-Run Guide
Intermediate
B-Tier current patch
Win Conditions
Maintain aggressive map control through superior mobility and consistent poke damage. Win by creating numerical advantages through picks before objectives and using stolen battle items strategically in team fights.
Power Spikes
Level 5 (Pay Day unlock for coin generation), Level 7 (Feint Attack for burst damage combo), Level 9 (full moveset upgrade for maximum damage output and mobility potential)
Team Role
Mobile skirmisher and flanker who provides consistent poke damage, steals enemy battle items, and uses superior movement speed to control map rotations and objective timings
Game Strategy
Early Game
- Start jungle with Scratch and focus on efficient camp clearing. Prioritize collecting coins from Pay Day immediately after unlocking it at level 5 to maintain movement speed advantage during ganks.
- Target top or bottom lane for early ganks after clearing your jungle. Use Pay Day for poke damage and coin generation, then follow up with basic attacks to pressure enemy laners.
- Secure Aipom spawns and contested wild Pokemon using Pay Day's range advantage. The movement speed from coin pickup helps you rotate between lanes faster than most opponents.
Mid Game
- During team fights, position yourself to safely use Pay Day from medium range while managing coin collection. Never overextend for coins in dangerous positions - survival enables more sustained damage.
- Use Feint Attack strategically to burst down low-health targets or escape after collecting coins. The boosted basic attack after Feint Attack provides additional damage and generates another coin through Pickup passive.
- Rotate to contested objectives like Regieleki early using your superior movement speed. Razor Claw's slow effect after Pay Day helps your team secure kills during objective fights.
Late Game
- Focus on objective control around Rayquaza by maintaining vision and poking enemies with Pay Day. Your mobility allows you to quickly rotate between defending goals and contesting final objectives.
- In decisive team fights, target enemy carries with Feint Attack burst damage while using X Speed to reposition safely. Collect coins between engagements to maintain maximum movement speed.
- Utilize stolen battle items strategically - remember you can see enemy battle items during loading screen and target specific opponents to steal valuable items like Eject Button or Full Heal.
Advanced Tips
Item Synergies
- Attack Weight + Razor Claw synergy: Stacking Attack Weight increases Pay Day damage significantly, while Razor Claw's slow after Pay Day ensures enemies can't easily escape your continued assault or chase you when you collect coins.
- Float Stone + Pickup passive creates exceptional mobility - the item's movement speed bonus stacks with coin collection speed buffs, making Meowth one of the fastest Pokemon in the game when properly managing coins.
Matchups
- Strong against: Immobile attackers like Pikachu, Gardevoir, and Venusaur who struggle to escape Pay Day poke and Feint Attack burst combos. Your mobility allows you to dodge their skillshots effectively.
- Weak against: Tanky defenders like Snorlax and hard CC from Pokemon like Slowbro who can lock you down and prevent coin collection. Burst damage All-Rounders like Machamp also threaten Meowth's low durability.
Additional Notes
- The Pay Day-Feint Attack build is Meowth's most popular and reliable meta build for competitive Pokemon Unite matches. This hit-and-run setup maximizes Meowth's mobility through consistent coin generation from Pay Day, allowing players to maintain superior movement speed throughout fights.
- Attack Weight stacks provide substantial Attack stat increases for improved damage output. Razor Claw adds a critical slowing effect after using Pay Day, helping Meowth stick to targets or escape dangerous situations.
- Float Stone further enhances the mobility-focused playstyle with bonus movement speed and Attack stats. X Speed battle item provides additional burst mobility for aggressive engages or emergency escapes.
- This build excels in poke-heavy compositions where Meowth can constantly harass enemies with Pay Day from range while using Feint Attack for burst damage follow-ups and gap closing.
Moves
Scratch
Pay Day
Feint Attack
Items
Attack Weight
Razor Claw
Float Stone
Battle Item
X Speed
Emblems
Stat
Focus
6 Brown Emblems (Attack focus), 4 White Emblems (HP boost), Prioritize Attack stat improvements
Best Meowth Build - Aggressive Assassin Guide
Advanced
B-Tier current patch
Win Conditions
Secure kills on priority targets during team fights by executing low-health enemies with Assurance's double damage. Snowball advantages through successful assassinations before major objectives.
Power Spikes
Level 5 (Fury Swipes for DPS), Level 7 (Assurance unlock for execution potential), Level 9 (enhanced moves for maximum burst damage capabilities and assassination consistency)
Team Role
Backline assassin and cleanup specialist who eliminates wounded enemies with Assurance's double-damage mechanic while using Fury Swipes for sustained DPS on tankier targets
Game Strategy
Early Game
- Clear jungle efficiently with Scratch, then unlock Fury Swipes at level 5 for rapid multi-hit damage on wild Pokemon and enemy laners during ganks.
- Focus on softening up enemies with Fury Swipes before using Assurance for the finishing blow. Learn to recognize when opponents drop below 50% HP to maximize Assurance's double-damage trigger.
- Prioritize stacking Attack Weight early by securing last hits on wild Pokemon. Higher Attack stacks directly increase both Fury Swipes and Assurance damage for stronger mid-game power.
Mid Game
- In team fights, wait for teammates to damage enemies before diving in with Fury Swipes. Use Assurance immediately when targets drop to execution range for guaranteed double damage.
- Accel Bracer's cooldown reduction allows more frequent combo rotations. Chain Fury Swipes into Assurance repeatedly on the same target to quickly eliminate priority enemies.
- Use Charging Charm's movement speed to position aggressively for kills, then activate the charged damage bonus with Fury Swipes or Assurance for maximum burst potential.
Late Game
- During Rayquaza fights, focus on executing wounded enemies trying to escape rather than damaging healthy targets. Your role is cleanup and assassination, not frontline damage.
- Coordinate with teammates to create Assurance opportunities - communicate when you need enemies brought to low health for your double-damage finishing combos.
- X Speed enables aggressive dives into backlines to assassinate enemy carries, then escape before defenders can peel. Timing is critical for successful late-game assassinations.
Advanced Tips
Item Synergies
- Attack Weight + Accel Bracer synergy maximizes sustained damage output through higher base Attack stats and faster ability rotations, allowing you to chain Fury Swipes into Assurance more frequently in extended fights.
- Charging Charm + Assurance creates devastating burst windows - build up Charging Charm stacks through movement, then unleash stored damage with Assurance's double-damage multiplier for instant eliminations.
Matchups
- Strong against: Squishy attackers and supports who lack escape tools once caught by Fury Swipes. Assurance's double damage quickly eliminates low-durability Pokemon like Pikachu, Cinderace, and Eldegoss.
- Weak against: Tanky All-Rounders and Defenders who can survive your burst combo and retaliate. Pokemon with healing like Blissey or damage mitigation like Mamoswine counter your assassination attempts effectively.
Additional Notes
- The Fury Swipes-Assurance build transforms Meowth into an aggressive all-in assassin focused on exploiting Assurance's double-damage mechanic. This high-risk, high-reward build excels at quickly eliminating low-health targets in Pokemon Unite ranked matches.
- Attack Weight provides essential Attack stat scaling for both moves. Accel Bracer increases damage output while offering valuable cooldown reduction for more frequent combo rotations.
- Charging Charm adds burst potential when fully charged, synergizing with the assassination playstyle by providing both movement speed and explosive damage for secure kills.
- This build requires precise execution and game knowledge to maximize Assurance's conditional double damage, making it ideal for experienced Meowth players who can track enemy health thresholds.
Moves
Scratch
Fury Swipes
Assurance
Items
Attack Weight
Accel Bracer
Charging Charm
Battle Item
X Speed
Emblems
Stat
Focus
6 Brown Emblems (Attack focus), 4 White Emblems (HP boost), Prioritize Attack and Movement Speed stats
Best Meowth Build - Scoring Specialist Guide
Intermediate
C-Tier current patch
Win Conditions
Win through accumulated point advantages from frequent small scores rather than team fight dominance. Force enemies into defensive rotations that create objective opportunities for your team.
Power Spikes
Level 5 (Pay Day for safe farming and coin speed), Level 7 (Feint Attack for escape/combat options), Item breakpoints when Score Shield and Amulet Coin reach higher enhancement levels for better scoring efficiency
Team Role
Split-push scorer and map pressure specialist who forces enemy rotations through constant scoring threats, creating space for teammates to secure objectives and team fight advantages
Game Strategy
Early Game
- Farm jungle and lanes aggressively to stack Aeos Energy quickly with Amulet Coin's bonus. Prioritize wild Pokemon kills over direct combat in the first few minutes.
- Use Pay Day for safe wild Pokemon clearing from range while collecting coins for movement speed. The mobility allows you to score small goals frequently before enemies can rotate.
- Score during enemy recalls or when they rotate to objectives. Goal-Getter enables 2-3 second scores that complete before opponents can contest effectively.
Mid Game
- Continue farming efficiently with Amulet Coin while looking for scoring opportunities when enemies group at objectives. Your mobility lets you split-push goals while team distracts.
- Score Shield becomes critical during contested scores - activate it right before scoring to tank enemy damage while Goal-Getter completes the quick score animation.
- Use Feint Attack to create space for scoring by bursting down defenders or escaping when caught. Pay Day poke discourages enemies from challenging your scores.
Late Game
- In the final stretch before Rayquaza, focus on maintaining goal pressure to force enemies into defensive positions rather than aggressive objective contests.
- Coordinate with team to create scoring opportunities during Rayquaza fights - one successful backdoor score can swing games even if your team loses the objective fight.
- Use stolen battle items (Eject Button, X Speed) to escape after risky scores deep in enemy territory. Your natural mobility plus battle items makes you extremely difficult to catch.
Advanced Tips
Item Synergies
- Float Stone + Pickup passive + Pay Day creates unmatched scoring mobility - constant coin collection combined with Float Stone's speed bonus allows you to traverse the map faster than almost any Pokemon, reaching undefended goals quickly.
- Amulet Coin + Score Shield + Goal-Getter forms the core scoring trinity - farm more Energy, protect yourself while scoring, and complete scores before enemies arrive to stop you.
Matchups
- Strong against: Slow-rotating Pokemon and team comps focused on grouping, allowing you to score freely on undefended goals. Works well against aggressive teams that overcommit to objectives.
- Weak against: Mobile defenders like Talonflame or Zeraora who can match your rotation speed, and teams running multiple Goal-Getter users who contest your scores. Zone control Pokemon like Venusaur also prevent safe scoring.
Additional Notes
- The Scorer build leverages Meowth's exceptional mobility through Pickup passive and Pay Day coin generation to become a hyper-aggressive scoring threat in Pokemon Unite. This non-meta build focuses on quick goal pressure and map control through constant scoring attempts.
- Float Stone and Amulet Coin maximize movement speed and scoring efficiency. Amulet Coin increases Aeos Energy gained from wild Pokemon, enabling more frequent scoring opportunities.
- Score Shield provides crucial protection during goal attempts, ensuring successful scores even under enemy pressure. Goal-Getter dramatically increases scoring speed for quick goals between team fights.
- This build excels in coordinated team play where allies create distractions while Meowth scores quickly, or in solo queue for players who can identify safe scoring windows.
Moves
Scratch
Pay Day
Feint Attack
Items
Float Stone
Amulet Coin
Score Shield
Battle Item
Goal-Getter
Emblems
Stat
Focus
6 Brown Emblems (Attack focus), 4 White Emblems (HP boost), Prioritize Movement Speed and Attack stats
