Citadark Isle B1F
100%- Method
- Snagging a Pokemon from a trainer in Pokemon Colosseum or Pokemon XD: Gale of Darkness.
- Level Range
- Lv. 37
- Conditions
- Any
PokemonLore Pokédex
#354
POKÉDEX No. #354
Banette
Marionette Pokémon
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.
Weak to
Ghost
Dark
Height1.1 m
Weight12.5 kg
AbilitiesInsomnia
Varieties2
Evolution Chain
Base Stats
Lv.100 Range- HP64238–332
- Attack115211–361
- Defense65121–251
- Sp. Atk83153–291
- Sp. Def63117–247
- Speed65121–251
Total455
/ 720
BST455
54 percentile (1025)+45 vs Gen 3 avg (410)
Stat Radar
This PokémonAverage
Species Identity
Core species facts, alternate varieties, and Pokédex placements at a glance.
Generation
Generation 3
Habitat
Urban
Color
Black
Shape
Upright
Gender Difference
No
Forms Switchable
Yes
Evolves From
Shuppet#353Regional Pokédex Numbers
| National | #354 |
| Champions | #354 |
| Hoenn | #147 |
| Kalos Mountain | #123 |
| Lumiose City | #112 |
| Paldea | #299 |
| Updated Alola | #317 |
| Updated Hoenn | #152 |
| Updated Ulaula | #138 |
| Updated Unova | #211 |
Varieties
Training Profile
Battle-ready training facts pulled from EV yield, growth curve, and wild held item data.
Base Experience
159
EV Yield
+2 Attack
Growth Curve
Fast
(4x³) / (5)Exp at Lv. 50
100,000
Exp at Lv. 100
800,000
Wild Held Items
Spell Tag
Max rarity: 100%Versions: Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald, Firered
Evolution Chain
→
Level 37
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Banette
Type Matchups
Understanding damage taken from different types is crucial for battles. Plan your team accordingly!
Tip: Build your team with Pokémon that cover each other's weaknesses!
Full Type Defense Chart
Damage multipliers from all 18 attacking types
Battle StrategyGhost
Psychic
Offensive Coverage
Banette's Ghost typing gives it 2 weaknesses but strong offensive coverage against ghost, psychic types
Recommended NaturesBased on stat distribution
Adamant
+Attack−Sp. Atk
Jolly
+Speed−Sp. Atk
In-Depth Analysis
With a base stat total of 455, Banette plays as a slow bruiser that trades speed for raw hitting power. Its standout stat is Attack at 115, while Special Defense (63) is the clear soft spot — build sets that protect that weakness.
Its Ghost typing leaves Banette with 2 weaknesses against 2 resistances and 2 full immunities. Notably, it carries no 4× weaknesses, which makes it harder to punish. On offense, its STAB moves threaten 2 types for super-effective damage.
A low catch rate of 45 makes Banette a genuinely tough catch; bring strong balls and status moves. It levels on the Fast experience curve. Defeating it grants Attack +2 EVs, which is worth remembering when EV-training your own team.
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Reference Data
Names in Other Languages
Sprite Gallery
Pokédex Data
Height
1.1 m
Weight
12.5 kg
TypeGhost
Abilities
Prevents sleep.
Reveals an opponent's held item upon entering battle.
Has a 30% chance of Disabling any move that hits the Pokémon.
Breeding Information
Breeding Information
🥚
Egg Groups
Indeterminate
⚧
Gender Ratio
♂
50%
♀
50%
🐣
Hatch Steps
6,375
Hatch Counter: 25
⚪
Capture Rate
45
Higher values mean easier to catch
❤️
Base Happiness
35
Initial friendship level
📈
Growth Rate
Fast
Experience points needed to level up
Move Name
Pokédex Entries
Frequently Asked Questions
What type is Banette?
Banette is a Ghost type Pokémon.
What are Banette's weaknesses?
Banette takes 2× damage from Ghost, Dark type moves. It is immune to Normal, Fighting type moves.
How does Banette evolve?
Banette is the final form of the Shuppet → Banette evolution line.
What are Banette's base stats?
Banette has a base stat total of 455: HP 64, Attack 115, Defense 65, Sp. Atk 83, Sp. Def 63, Speed 65. Its highest stat is Attack (115).
