Banette

Banette (Pokédex #0354) is a Ghost-type POKEMON first introduced in Generation 3. It is officially classified as the 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.

As a Ghost-type POKEMON, Banette has a specific set of type matchups that trainers must account for. It takes double damage from Ghost, Dark moves. Conversely, Banette is completely immune to Normal and Fighting — these moves deal zero damage regardless of power. It resists Poison, Bug moves, taking only half damage from them.

Banette's battle stats: Base Stat Total of 455 (solid). Full distribution: HP 64 · ATK 115 · DEF 65 · SP.ATK 83 · SP.DEF 63 · SPD 65. Its standout stat is ATK (115), which makes it best suited for physical offense roles. Its abilities are Insomnia, Frisk, Cursed body, with Cursed body as its hidden ability.

Banette stands 1.1 m (43") tall and weighs 12.5 kg (27.6 lbs). It is typically found in Urban environments. Capture rate: 45/255 (difficult to catch). Use Ultra Balls with a status condition (Sleep or Paralysis) for the best results. Growth rate: Fast. Egg groups: Indeterminate.

Banette is part of the Shuppet → Banette evolution line (2-stage). Banette is the final evolved form — the strongest stage of this line.

Related POKEMON in the same evolution line: Shuppet. Click any name to view their full stats, moves, and type matchup chart.