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) 0112 (Legends: Z-A) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Attack |
|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 25 (6,169–6,425 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 64 | 238 | 332 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|
| 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) 0112 (Legends: Z-A) |
Training
| EV yield | 2 Attack |
|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|
| Gender | 50% male, 50% female |
| Egg cycles | 25 (6,169–6,425 steps) |
Base stats
| HP | 64 | 238 | 332 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 Legends: Z-A at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lick | Ghost | 30 | 100 | |
| 1 | Screech | Normal | — | 85 | |
| 1 | Slash | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 8 | Confuse Ray | Ghost | — | 100 | |
| 12 | Knock Off | Dark | 65 | 100 | |
| 16 | Will-O-Wisp | Fire | — | 85 | |
| 19 | Shadow Sneak | Ghost | 40 | 100 | |
| 23 | Shadow Claw | Ghost | 70 | 100 | |
| 26 | Curse | Ghost | — | — | |
| 30 | Shadow Ball | Ghost | 80 | 100 | |
| 34 | Swords Dance | Normal | — | — | |
| 42 | Phantom Force | Ghost | 90 | 100 | |
| 48 | Gunk Shot | Poison | 120 | 80 |
Egg moves
Banette does not learn any moves by breeding in Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Moves learnt by TM
Banette is compatible with these Technical Machines in Pokémon Legends: Z-A:
TM | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Headbutt | Normal | 70 | 100 | |
| 06 | Calm Mind | Psychic | — | — | |
| 08 | Thunder Wave | Electric | — | 90 | |
| 17 | Protect | Normal | — | — | |
| 33 | Body Slam | Normal | 85 | 100 | |
| 35 | Endure | Normal | — | — | |
| 44 | Hyper Beam | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 55 | Giga Impact | Normal | 150 | 90 | |
| 59 | Zen Headbutt | Psychic | 80 | 90 | |
| 63 | Psychic | Psychic | 90 | 100 | |
| 67 | Thunderbolt | Electric | 90 | 100 | |
| 83 | Nasty Plot | Dark | — | — | |
| 85 | Substitute | Normal | — | — | |
| 90 | Dark Pulse | Dark | 80 | 100 | |
| 92 | Dazzling Gleam | Fairy | 80 | 100 | |
| 95 | Taunt | Dark | — | 100 | |
| 97 | Heal Block | Psychic | — | 100 | |
| 99 | Metronome | Normal | — | — | |
| 106 | Thunder | Electric | 110 | 70 |
Moves learnt by level up
Banette learns the following moves in Pokémon Scarlet & Violet at the levels specified.
Lv. | Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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:
Banette sprites
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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) |
| Legends: Z-A | Location data not yet available |
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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|
| 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

