Imprison is a Psychic-type move introduced in Generation 3.
Values by generation
From PokeAPI's change history. Up to Generation 3, physical or special depends on the type. Highlighted cells changed from the previous generation.
| Generation | Type | Category | Power | Accuracy | PP | Priority |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Generation 3 | Psychic | Status | — | — | 10 | +0 |
| Generation 4 | Psychic | Status | — | — | 10 | +0 |
| Generation 5 | Psychic | Status | — | — | 10 | +0 |
| Generation 6 | Psychic | Status | — | — | 10 | +0 |
| Generation 7 | Psychic | Status | — | — | 10 | +0 |
| Generation 8 | Psychic | Status | — | — | 10 | +0 |
| Generation 9 | Psychic | Status | — | — | 10 | +0 |
In-game descriptions
| Ruby / Sapphire · Emerald | Prevents foes from using moves known by the user. |
|---|---|
| FireRed / LeafGreen | Prevents foes from using any move that is also known by the user. |
| Diamond / Pearl · Platinum · HeartGold / SoulSilver | If the foe knows any move also known by the user, the foe is prevented from using it. |
| Black / White · Black 2 / White 2 | If the opponents know any move also known by the user, the opponents are prevented from using it. |
| X / Y · Omega Ruby / Alpha Sapphire · Sun / Moon · Ultra Sun / Ultra Moon · Let’s Go, Pikachu! / Let’s Go, Eevee! · Sword / Shield · Legends: Arceus · Scarlet / Violet | If opposing Pokémon know any move also known by the user, they are prevented from using it. |
TM / HM
| Sword / Shield | TM44 |
|---|---|
| Scarlet / Violet | TM92 |
Pokémon that learn it
All versions combined; see each Pokémon's page for game-by-game details.
By level up (3)
By TM / HM (5)
Sources : PokeAPI (moves, move_changelog, move_flavor_text, pokemon_moves, machines)