Imposter
Effect in Gen 9
The Pokémon transforms itself into the Pokémon it's facing.
Changes by generation
- Pokémon Champions
- Not available
- Gen 5–9
- Introduced in Gen 5
Type breakdown
Highest base stat totals
Ditto288
Pokémon that run this ability
Champions Singles2026-09
Percentages are the share within each Pokémon in Champions Singles (2026-09).
Source: Smogon (Champions BSS reg.MC)
VGC 20262026-09
Percentages are the share within each Pokémon in VGC 2026 (2026-09).
Source: Smogon (VGC 2024 reg.G)
OU (Singles)2026-09
Percentages are the share within each Pokémon in OU (Singles) (2026-09).
Source: Smogon (OU)
Pokémon with this ability1 Pokémon · 1 of them as a Hidden Ability
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FAQ
What does Imposter do?
The Pokémon transforms itself into the Pokémon it's facing.
Which Pokémon have Imposter?
1 Pokémon have it, e.g. Ditto.
Which types of Pokémon have Imposter?
The most common are Normal (1). The full breakdown of all 1 Pokémon is listed on this page.
Which Pokémon with Imposter has the highest base stat total?
In order: Ditto (288).