Abilities
A doll that became a Pokémon over its grudge from being junked. It seeks the child that disowned it.
Damage multipliers when attacked by each type
In-game descriptions of Banette Mega across different games
- Pokémon Diamond
- "A doll that became a Pokémon over its grudge from being junked. It seeks the child that disowned it."
- Pokémon 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."
- Pokémon 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."
- Pokémon 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."
- Pokémon FireRed
- "Strong feelings of hatred turned a puppet into a POKéMON. If it opens its mouth, its cursed energy escapes."
- Pokémon HeartGold
- "This Pokémon developed from an abandoned doll that amassed a grudge. It is seen in dark alleys."
About Banette Mega
Banette Mega is the Marionette Pokémon a Ghost type Pokémon. It has a base stat total of 555 with Prankster as its ability.
What is Banette Mega weak to?
Banette Mega is a Ghost-type, so it takes super-effective damage from Ghost, Dark. It resists Poison, Bug. It is immune to Normal, Fighting.
How to counter Banette Mega
To counter Banette Mega in competitive play, bring Pokémon that can hit back with Ghost or Dark moves and can withstand its Ghost STAB attacks. Check the type-defense grid above for the full multiplier breakdown.
Using Banette Mega in competitive teams
Banette Mega can be added to Smogon or VGC teams across Gen 1–9 formats. Build a competitive team with Banette Mega on Metamons and get AI reads on your type coverage and threats before you queue.
