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Banette is a Ghost-type Pokemon known for its haunted doll design, strong Attack stat, disruptive Ghost-type moves and evolution from Shuppet. This guide covers Banette’s stats, best moves, abilities, evolution, shiny form, typing, weaknesses, locations, Mega Banette and general competitive information.
Normal Form
Shiny Form
Mega Evolution
Last Updated: May 2026 | Page Status: This Banette guide supports current Pokemon games, Pokemon Champions and future updates. Location, moves and availability details will be updated as new Pokemon game data becomes available.
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| Stats | Best Moves |
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| Evolution | Locations |
| Abilities | FAQ |
Banette evolves from Shuppet starting at Level 37. It is a Ghost-type Pokemon known for its puppet-like appearance, strong physical Attack stat, tricky support options and Mega Evolution.
Competitive Overview
Banette can be useful in competitive play as a disruptive Ghost-type Pokemon with access to priority, status moves and strong physical attacks. Its Mega Evolution can make it especially threatening in formats where Mega Banette is available.
Banette’s biggest strengths are its Ghost typing, high Attack, disruptive tools such as Will-O-Wisp and Destiny Bond, and abilities like Frisk and Cursed Body. Its main issue is that it is not very bulky, so it often needs careful timing to make the most of its utility.
Here are the key facts to know about Banette, including its type, abilities, height, weight and species information.
Name
Banette
National Dex
#0354
Type
Ghost
Species
Marionette Pokemon
Height
3’07” / 1.1 m
110 cm
Weight
27.6 lbs / 12.5 kg
12.5 kg
Abilities
Insomnia, Frisk, Cursed Body
Banette has a strong Attack stat and useful Ghost-type utility. It is not especially fast or bulky, so it often works best when using disruptive moves, priority or Mega Evolution support where available.
Banette can use Ghost, Dark, Psychic, Electric, Fire, Normal and status moves across Pokemon games. These are some of Banette’s most useful and recognizable moves.
A reliable Ghost-type physical attack that uses Banette’s strong Attack stat.
A priority Ghost-type attack that helps Banette finish weakened opponents before they can move.
A powerful Ghost-type attack that lets Banette vanish before striking on the next turn.
A key support move that can burn physical attackers and reduce their damage output.
A disruptive move that can punish opponents for knocking Banette out.
Useful Dark-type coverage that can remove opposing held items in games where Banette has access to it.
A valuable speed-control option that can help slower teammates move first.
A status option that can slow down faster opponents and support Banette’s team.
Banette can learn Ghost, Dark, Psychic, Electric, Fire, Normal and support moves across different Pokemon games. Use the section below to view Banette’s move list by learn method.
Move data shown from: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
Banette is a Ghost-type Pokemon. This gives it useful immunities to Normal and Fighting-type moves, but it is weak to Ghost and Dark-type attacks.
Type
Ghost
Weaknesses
Ghost and Dark
Resistances
Poison and Bug
Immunity
Normal and Fighting
Banette’s abilities help it scout opposing items, avoid sleep or punish attackers depending on the game and format.
Prevents Banette from falling asleep. This can help it stay active against sleep-based strategies.
Reveals an opposing Pokemon’s held item when Banette enters battle. This gives useful information in competitive formats.
May disable a move that hits Banette. This can disrupt opponents and create openings for Banette’s team.
Banette evolves from Shuppet starting at Level 37. Banette can also Mega Evolve into Mega Banette in games where Mega Evolution and Banettite are available.
Stage 1
Starting form
Stage 2
Evolves from Shuppet at Level 37
Banette’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, Banette is obtained by catching or evolving Shuppet, while other games require trade, transfer or migration.
| Game | Where to Find Banette |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Red |
Not available because Banette had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Blue |
Not available because Banette had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Yellow |
Not available because Banette had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Banette |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Gold |
Not available because Banette had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Silver |
Not available because Banette had not been introduced yet. |
 Pokemon Crystal |
Not available because Banette had not been introduced yet. |
| Game | Where to Find Banette |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Ruby |
Evolve from Shuppet. |
 Pokemon Sapphire |
Sky Pillar. |
 Pokemon Emerald |
Sky Pillar. |
 Pokemon FireRed |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon LeafGreen |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Banette |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Diamond |
Route 225, Route 226, Route 227 and Stark Mountain. |
 Pokemon Pearl |
Route 225, Route 226, Route 227 and Stark Mountain. |
 Pokemon Platinum |
Route 225 and Route 226. |
 Pokemon HeartGold |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon SoulSilver |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
| Game | Where to Find Banette |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Black |
Evolve from Shuppet. |
 Pokemon White |
Evolve from Shuppet. |
 Pokemon Black 2 |
Victory Road and Strange House. |
 Pokemon White 2 |
Victory Road and Strange House. |
| Game | Where to Find Banette |
|---|---|
 Pokemon X |
Pokemon Village. |
 Pokemon Y |
Pokemon Village. |
 Pokemon Omega Ruby |
Evolve from Shuppet. |
 Pokemon Alpha Sapphire |
Evolve from Shuppet. |
| Game | Where to Find Banette |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sun |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Moon |
Trade, transfer or migrate from another game. |
 Pokemon Ultra Sun |
Poke Pelago. |
 Pokemon Ultra Moon |
Poke Pelago. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Let’s Go Eevee |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Banette |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Sword |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Shield |
Not available in this game. |
 Pokemon Brilliant Diamond |
Route 225, Route 226, Route 227, Stark Mountain, Dazzling Cave and Stargleam Cavern. |
 Pokemon Shining Pearl |
Route 225, Route 226, Route 227, Stark Mountain, Dazzling Cave and Stargleam Cavern. |
 Pokemon Legends: Arceus |
Not available in this game. |
| Game | Where to Find Banette |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Scarlet |
South Province Area Six. |
 Pokemon Violet |
South Province Area Six. |
 Pokemon Legends Z-A |
Found in Wild Zone 20. Alpha Banette can appear in Wild Zone 20. |
| Game | Where to Find Banette |
|---|---|
 Pokemon Winds and Waves |
Coming soon once official location, encounter or transfer information is confirmed. |
Mega Banette is Banette’s Mega Evolution. It remains a Ghost-type Pokemon and greatly increases Banette’s offensive threat and disruptive potential in games where Mega Evolution is available.
Category
Marionette Pokemon
Type
Ghost
Height
3’11”
Weight
28.7 lbs
Mega Banette channels even stronger cursed energy through its zipper-like mouth. Its increased power and disruptive tools make it an important form to track for Pokemon coverage.
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Here are quick answers to common questions about Banette. This FAQ is visible on-page content only and does not use FAQ schema markup.
Banette is a Ghost-type Pokemon.
Banette is weak to Ghost and Dark-type moves.
Banette evolves from Shuppet starting at Level 37. Banette can also Mega Evolve into Mega Banette in games where Mega Evolution and Banettite are available.
Banette’s abilities are Insomnia, Frisk, Cursed Body.
Banette’s best moves often include Shadow Claw, Shadow Sneak, Phantom Force, Will-O-Wisp, Destiny Bond, Knock Off, Trick Room and Thunder Wave.
Banette can be useful in competitive play as a disruptive Ghost-type Pokemon with access to priority, status moves and strong physical attacks. Its Mega Evolution can make it especially threatening in formats where Mega Banette is available.
Banette’s availability changes depending on the Pokemon game. In many games, Banette is obtained by catching or evolving Shuppet, while other games require trade, transfer or migration.
Mega Banette exists as Banette’s Mega Evolution and can be included in games or formats where Mega Evolution and Banettite are available.
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