Imp (ability)

Imp is a magic spell originally from Final Fantasy VI.

Imp is an effect magic that can be learned from Cait Sith at a x5 rate, or at a x1 rate from the Tortoise Shield, Saucer, or Reed Cloak. Celes can learn it naturally at level 13. In the GBA and Android/iOS remakes, having immunity to the Imp status will also cause immunity to the spell Rippler.

For the player, however, there is an advantage to being hit with the spell; imp characters will be able to take full advantage of the Imp Equipment, which increases their stats significantly. These are the only pieces of equipment which give a character inflicted with Imp status boosts.

The Imp spell can be useful when used on enemies, as it is capable of affecting certain bosses, such as Number 024. As most bosses will not be able to remove the Imp status, they are effectively powerless for the entire fight. However, there are some monsters who automatically perform Critical Hits if turned into imps.