Purrloin

Purrloin is No. 0509 in the National Pokédex and is listed here as a Dark-type Devious Pokémon. It steals things from people just to amuse itself with their frustration. A rivalry exists between this Pokémon and Nickit. This page brings together its key game data, including typing, abilities, base stats, evolution details, forms, Pokédex entries and moves, so it can be used as a quick reference before building out a deeper guide.

Purrloin first belongs to Generation V. Purrloin does not have a longer evolution chain recorded in the current local data. Its strongest listed base stat is Speed, which helps show where it naturally fits when comparing Pokémon by role. Its abilities can include Limber, Unburden and Prankster, giving players useful options when comparing forms, movesets and team roles. The sections below are generated from the local Pokémon database and can be expanded later with matchup advice, best games to use it in, notable appearances and more detailed strategy notes.