Banette
Banette is a Ghost type Pokémon introduced in Generation 3.
Banette has a Mega Evolution, available in Generation 6 games and Pokémon Go.
Pokédex data
National № | 0354 |
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Type | Ghost |
Species | Marionette Pokémon |
Height | 1.1 m (3′07″) |
Weight | 12.5 kg (27.6 lbs) |
Abilities | 1. Insomnia 2. Frisk Cursed Body (hidden ability) |
Local № | 0147 (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald) 0211 (Black 2/White 2) 0123 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 0152 (Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire) 0317 (U.Sun/U.Moon — Alola dex) 0299 (Scarlet/Violet) |
Training
EV yield | 2 Attack |
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Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
Base Friendship | 35 (lower than normal) |
Base Exp. | 159 |
Growth Rate | Fast |
Breeding
Egg Groups | Amorphous |
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Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
Egg cycles | 25 (6,169–6,425 steps) |
Base stats
HP | 64 | 238 | 332 | |
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Attack | 115 | 211 | 361 | |
Defense | 65 | 121 | 251 | |
Sp. Atk | 83 | 153 | 291 | |
Sp. Def | 63 | 117 | 247 | |
Speed | 65 | 121 | 251 | |
Total | 455 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Pokédex data
National № | 0354 |
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Type | Ghost |
Species | Marionette Pokémon |
Height | 1.2 m (3′11″) |
Weight | 13.0 kg (28.7 lbs) |
Abilities | 1. Prankster |
Local № | 0147 (Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald) 0211 (Black 2/White 2) 0123 (X/Y — Mountain Kalos) 0152 (Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire) 0317 (U.Sun/U.Moon — Alola dex) 0299 (Scarlet/Violet) |
Training
EV yield | 2 Attack |
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Catch rate | 45 (5.9% with PokéBall, full HP) |
Base Friendship | 35 (lower than normal) |
Base Exp. | 194 |
Growth Rate | Fast |
Breeding
Egg Groups | Amorphous |
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Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
Egg cycles | 25 (6,169–6,425 steps) |
Base stats
HP | 64 | 238 | 332 | |
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Attack | 165 | 301 | 471 | |
Defense | 75 | 139 | 273 | |
Sp. Atk | 93 | 171 | 313 | |
Sp. Def | 83 | 153 | 291 | |
Speed | 75 | 139 | 273 | |
Total | 555 | Min | Max |
The ranges shown on the right are for a level 100 Pokémon. Maximum values are based on a beneficial nature, 252 EVs, 31 IVs; minimum values are based on a hindering nature, 0 EVs, 0 IVs.
Evolution chart
Banette changes
- In Generation 3, Banette does not have the Frisk ability.
- In Generations 3-4, Banette has a base experience yield of 179.
Pokédex entries
Banette
Ruby | BANETTE generates energy for laying strong curses by sticking pins into its own body. This POKéMON was originally a pitiful plush doll that was thrown away. |
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Sapphire | A cursed energy permeated the stuffing of a discarded and forgotten plush doll, giving it new life as BANETTE. The POKéMON’s energy would escape if it were to ever open its mouth. |
FireRed LeafGreen |
Strong feelings of hatred turned a puppet into a POKéMON. If it opens its mouth, its cursed energy escapes. |
Emerald | An abandoned plush doll became this POKéMON. They are said to live in garbage dumps and wander about in search of the children that threw them away. |
Diamond Pearl Platinum |
A doll that became a Pokémon over its grudge from being junked. It seeks the child that disowned it. |
HeartGold SoulSilver |
This Pokémon developed from an abandoned doll that amassed a grudge. It is seen in dark alleys. |
Black White |
A doll that became a Pokémon over its grudge from being junked. It seeks the child that disowned it. |
Black 2 White 2 |
A doll that became a Pokémon over its grudge of being thrown away. It seeks the child who disowned it. |
X | A doll that became a Pokémon over its grudge from being junked. It seeks the child that disowned it. |
Y | Strong feelings of hatred turned a puppet into a Pokémon. If it opens its mouth, its cursed energy escapes. |
Omega Ruby | Banette generates energy for laying strong curses by sticking pins into its own body. This Pokémon was originally a pitiful plush doll that was thrown away. |
Alpha Sapphire | A cursed energy permeated the stuffing of a discarded and forgotten plush doll, giving it new life as Banette. The Pokémon’s energy would escape if it were to ever open its mouth. |
Ultra Sun | It’s a stuffed toy that was thrown away and became possessed, ever searching for the one who threw it away so it can exact its revenge. |
Ultra Moon | Resentment at being cast off made it spring into being. Some say that treating it well will satisfy it, and it will once more become a stuffed toy. |
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
A doll bore a grudge over being junked, and it became a Pokémon. It seeks the child that disowned it. |
Scarlet | This Pokémon developed from an abandoned doll that amassed a grudge. It is seen in dark alleys. |
Violet | Strong feelings of hatred turned a puppet into a Pokémon. If it opens its mouth, its cursed energy escapes. |
Mega Banette
Ultra Sun | Extraordinary energy amplifies its cursing power to such an extent that it can’t help but curse its own Trainer. |
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Ultra Moon | Mega Evolution increases its vindictiveness, and the cursing power that was held back by its zipper comes spilling out. |
Moves learned by Banette
Moves learnt by level up
Banette learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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1 | Night Shade | Ghost | — | 100 | |
1 | Screech | Normal | — | 85 | |
1 | Spite | Ghost | — | 100 | |
16 | Will-O-Wisp | Fire | — | 85 | |
19 | Shadow Sneak | Ghost | 40 | 100 | |
22 | Hex | Ghost | 65 | 100 | |
26 | Curse | Ghost | — | — | |
30 | Shadow Ball | Ghost | 80 | 100 | |
34 | Role Play | Psychic | — | — | |
40 | Sucker Punch | Dark | 70 | 100 | |
46 | Trick | Psychic | — | 100 | |
53 | Phantom Force | Ghost | 90 | 100 |
Moves learnt on evolution
Banette learns the following moves when it evolves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet (regardless of level).
Egg moves
Banette learns the following moves via breeding or picnics in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Banette gen 9 learnset page.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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Confuse Ray | Ghost | — | 100 | |
Destiny Bond | Ghost | — | — | |
Disable | Normal | — | 100 | |
Gunk Shot | Poison | 120 | 80 | |
Imprison | Psychic | — | — |
Moves learnt by TM
Banette is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet:
Moves learnt by level up
Banette learns the following moves in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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1 | Knock Off | Dark | 65 | 100 | |
1 | Night Shade | Ghost | — | 100 | |
1 | Phantom Force | Ghost | 90 | 100 | |
1 | Screech | Normal | — | 85 | |
1 | Spite | Ghost | — | 100 | |
4 | Screech | Normal | — | 85 | |
7 | Night Shade | Ghost | — | 100 | |
10 | Spite | Ghost | — | 100 | |
13 | Shadow Sneak | Ghost | 40 | 100 | |
16 | Will-O-Wisp | Fire | — | 85 | |
19 | Pain Split | Normal | — | — | |
22 | Hex | Ghost | 65 | 100 | |
26 | Curse | Ghost | — | — | |
30 | Shadow Ball | Ghost | 80 | 100 | |
34 | Role Play | Psychic | — | — | |
40 | Sucker Punch | Dark | 70 | 100 | |
46 | Knock Off | Dark | 65 | 100 | |
52 | Grudge | Ghost | — | — | |
58 | Trick | Psychic | — | 100 | |
64 | Phantom Force | Ghost | 90 | 100 |
Egg moves
Banette learns the following moves via breeding in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl. Details and compatible parents can be found on the Banette gen 8 learnset page.
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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Astonish | Ghost | 30 | 100 | |
Confuse Ray | Ghost | — | 100 | |
Destiny Bond | Ghost | — | — | |
Disable | Normal | — | 100 | |
Gunk Shot | Poison | 120 | 80 | |
Imprison | Psychic | — | — | |
Phantom Force | Ghost | 90 | 100 | |
Shadow Sneak | Ghost | 40 | 100 |
Moves learnt by TM
Banette is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
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04 | Calm Mind | Psychic | — | — | |
11 | Sunny Day | Fire | — | — | |
12 | Taunt | Dark | — | 100 | |
15 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
17 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
18 | Rain Dance | Water | — | — | |
21 | Dazzling Gleam | Fairy | 80 | 100 | |
24 | Thunderbolt | Electric | 90 | 100 | |
25 | Thunder | Electric | 110 | 70 | |
29 | Psychic | Psychic | 90 | 100 | |
30 | Shadow Ball | Ghost | 80 | 100 | |
32 | Double Team | Normal | — | — | |
34 | Shock Wave | Electric | 60 | ∞ | |
41 | Torment | Dark | — | 100 | |
42 | Facade | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
44 | Rest | Psychic | — | — | |
45 | Attract | Normal | — | 100 | |
46 | Thief | Dark | 60 | 100 | |
48 | Skill Swap | Psychic | — | — | |
56 | Fling | Dark | — | 100 | |
57 | Charge Beam | Electric | 50 | 90 | |
58 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
61 | Will-O-Wisp | Fire | — | 85 | |
65 | Shadow Claw | Ghost | 70 | 100 | |
66 | Payback | Dark | 50 | 100 | |
68 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
70 | Flash | Normal | — | 100 | |
73 | Thunder Wave | Electric | — | 90 | |
77 | Psych Up | Normal | — | — | |
79 | Dark Pulse | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
82 | Sleep Talk | Normal | — | — | |
85 | Dream Eater | Psychic | 100 | 100 | |
87 | Swagger | Normal | — | 85 | |
90 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
92 | Trick Room | Psychic | — | — |
Banette sprites
Type | Generation 3 | Generation 4 | Generation 5 | Generation 6 | Generation 7 | Generation 8 | Generation 9 |
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Normal | — | ||||||
Shiny | — | — |
Where to find Banette
Ruby | Evolve Shuppet |
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Sapphire | Sky Pillar |
FireRed LeafGreen |
Trade/migrate from another game |
Emerald | Sky Pillar |
Diamond Pearl |
Route 225, 226, 227, Stark Mountain |
Platinum | Route 225, 226 |
HeartGold SoulSilver |
Trade/migrate from another game |
Black White |
Evolve Shuppet |
Black 2 White 2 |
Victory Road, Strange House |
X Y |
Pokémon Village |
Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire |
Evolve Shuppet |
Sun Moon |
Trade/migrate from another game |
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon |
Poké Pelago |
Let's Go Pikachu Let's Go Eevee |
Not available in this game |
Sword Shield |
Not available in this game |
Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl |
Route 225, 226, 227, Stark Mountain, Dazzling Cave, Stargleam Cavern |
Legends: Arceus | Not available in this game |
Scarlet Violet |
South Province (Area Six) |
Answers to Banette questions
- What is a good moveset for Banette?
- The best trick. What is it?
- What is the code for the Halloween Banette?
- Is this why Bannete wants to find the kid who abandoned it ?
- Cursed Body or Frisk for Mega-Banette?
- Mega Banette Mechanics?
- Which of Mega Banette and Mega Gengar is better in Gen 7 competitive?
- Skill Swap, Intimidate and Double Battles?
- Is this a good banette?
View more questions on PokéBase »
Other languages
English | Banette |
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Japanese | ジュペッタ (Juppeta) |
German | Banette |
French | Branette |
Italian | Banette |
Spanish | Banette |
Korean | 다크펫 (dakeupet) |
Chinese (Simplified) | 诅咒娃娃 |
Chinese (Traditional) | 詛咒娃娃 |
English |
Marionette Pokémon |
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Japanese | ぬいぐるみポケモン |
German | Marionetten-Pokémon |
French | Pokémon Marionnette |
Italian | Pokémon Marionetta |
Spanish | Pokémon Marioneta |
Korean | 봉제인형포켓몬 |
Chinese (Simplified) | 布偶宝可梦 |
Chinese (Traditional) | 布偶寶可夢 |
Name origin
- bane
- something that ruins or spoils
- marionette
- a type of puppet manipulated by strings