An unusually even spread gives Impidimp flexibility. Sp. Atk barely edges ahead. But Defense isn't far off. Easy to catch and follows a medium-fast 1M XP curve. Yields 1 Sp. Atk EV.
The reason this Pokémon causes trouble for those it feels close to is because Impidimp itself gets irritable if it can’t absorb negative emotions.
They live in groups, pestering and playing pranks on each other to polish their troublemaking skills.
Impidimp's Dark/Fairy typing leaves it vulnerable to Poison, Steel, and Fairy. It shrugs off Psychic and Dragon-type attacks completely.
| Damage | Types |
|---|---|
| 2x (Weak) | Poison, Steel, Fairy |
| 0.5x (Resist) | Ghost |
| 0.25x (Resist) | Dark |
| 0x (Immune) | Psychic, Dragon |
Archaludon can KO Impidimp with Flash Cannon (154-181%). Glimmora's Power Gem hits Impidimp for 66-77%. Whimsicott's Moonblast also KOs at 101-119%.
 Archaludon SteelDragon | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityStamina ItemAssault Vest NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Impidimp View Archaludon builds →Flash Cannon 2x154-181%KO | ||
 Glimmora RockPoison | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityToxicdebris ItemRed Card NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Impidimp View Glimmora builds →Power Gem66-77% | ||
 Whimsicott GrassFairy | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityPrankster ItemCovert Cloak NatureBold Moves
Damage vs Impidimp View Whimsicott builds →Moonblast 2x101-119%KO | ||
 Metagross SteelPsychic | A | |
Recommended Build AbilityClearbody ItemChoice Band NatureAdamant Moves
Damage vs Impidimp View Metagross builds →Earthquake101-119%KO Bullet Punch 2x123-144%KO | ||
 Nidoking PoisonGround | C | |
Recommended Build AbilitySheerforce ItemLife Orb NatureTimid Moves
Damage vs Impidimp View Nidoking builds →Ice Beam58-68% Flamethrower58-68% | ||
Three stages ahead. Impidimp grows into Morgrem, then pushes on to Grimmsnarl. Check the evolution methods below. For breeding, average hatch time with plenty of partners via two egg groups. The evolved forms gain up to 245 total stats over Impidimp. View every chain in the Evolution Chart.
How to Evolve
Breeding
Breed Impidimp with 66 breeding partners from the Fairy and Humanshape egg groups.
Parting Shot keeps your team's momentum going. Impidimp doesn't need to stay in long, Lightclay provides extra utility and spread EVs make every visit count. Reflect threatens on the way out. Prankster adds passive value.
Best Build
Impidimp best EVs are Defense and HP
Pivot Moveset
- Reflect
- Light Screen
- Parting Shot
- Dazzling Gleam
Recommended Teammates
Doubles Screens Setter Moveset
- Light Screen
- Reflect
- Taunt
- Fake Out
Recommended Teammates
Screens Setter Moveset
- Reflect
- Light Screen
- Taunt
- Unknown
Recommended Teammates
No build content available for this Pokemon in Gen 8.
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Moves
Level-up moves are just the starting point for Impidimp. TMs unlock Normal and Fire coverage and more and turn a straightforward STAB kit around Foul Play and Play Rough into something with actual range.
Level-Up Moves
TM Moves
Egg Moves
Tutor Moves
Level-up moves are just the starting point for Impidimp. TMs unlock Normal and Fighting coverage and more and turn a straightforward STAB kit around Foul Play and Play Rough into something with actual range.
Impidimp appears at decent spawn rates across 2 spots in mid-game routes. Sort by Best below if you want the highest rate, or Earliest if you want the quickest access point in your playthrough.
Best Locations to Catch Impidimp in Scarlet & Violet
Impidimp starts showing up in mid-game routes at high spawn rates across 24 encounter spots. The list below is sorted so you can pick what fits your current progress without scrolling through everything.
Best Locations to Catch Impidimp in Sword & Shield
Before you go hunting for Impidimp, check which of the 24 spots belong to your version. Sword and Shield each have different walking encounters at Lv. 21-65.
Morgrem at level 32 is the mid-stage. Push through to Grimmsnarl at level 42 for the final form. 265 BST right now won't cut it long-term.
Level 32 gets you Morgrem. Not the fastest evolution, so consider Exp. Share or route grinding to speed it up.
You can run Impidimp through the first few routes without issues. 265 BST won't carry you far though. Get it to Morgrem as fast as you can.
Limited availability for Impidimp. 2 games total. Debuted in Scarlet & Violet. Sword & Shield and Scarlet & Violet are the most recent.
Impidimp joined the series in Sword & Shield and has been available in 2 titles so far. With 3 generations of appearances, it's established itself despite the later start.
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- Gen 1Y
Yellow - Gen 1RB
Red & Blue - Gen 2GS
Gold & Silver - Gen 2C
Crystal - Gen 3RS
Ruby & Sapphire - Gen 3FRLG
FireRed & LeafGreen - Gen 3E
Emerald - Gen 4Pt
Platinum - Gen 4HGSS
HeartGold & SoulSilver - Gen 4DP
Diamond & Pearl - Gen 5BW
Black & White - Gen 5B2W2
Black 2 & White 2 - Gen 6XY
X & Y - Gen 6ORAS
Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire - Gen 7USUM
Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon - Gen 7SM
Sun & Moon - Gen 7LGPE
Let's Go Pikachu & Eevee - Gen 8SwShDebut
Sword & Shield - Gen 8PLA
Legends: Arceus - Gen 8BDSP
Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl - Gen 9SV
Scarlet & Violet - Gen 9LZA
Legends: Z-A - Gen 10WW
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