Competitive Information for Banette [Sun/Moon]
Ghost
Abilities:
If this Pokemon is hit by an attack, there is a 30% chance that move gets disabled.
On switch-in, this Pokemon identifies the held items of all opposing Pokemon.
This Pokemon cannot fall asleep. Gaining this Ability while asleep cures it.
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Movesets for Singles
Looking for a competitive moveset for Banette? These builds are optimized for Sun/Moon Single Battles. The movesets and EVs are designed to maximize damage against common opponents and threats in the Sun/Moon metagame. Check out the expert movesets below to boost your battle performance and dominate your opponents!
Meet Banette, a wonderful Pokémon ready to dominate with its Ghost typing! Banette is a common Pokémon to see in the SM metagame. Its only type-related weaknesses are Dark and Ghost. Ready to elevate your game with Banette's movesets? They're right below!
Item: Ghostium Z / Shell Bell
Ability: Insomnia
Nature: Adamant (+Atk, -SpA)
EVs: 4 Hp / 252 Atk / 252 Spe
Moveset:
- Shadow Claw / Phantom Force
- Double-Edge / Return
- Foul Play / Knock Off
- Curse
Banette is a spectacular Physical Sweeper to use for single battles. This moveset attempts to take down the opponent's team with intense physical moves. The Shell Bell item option is to help Banette recover from the recoil damage it may take from Double-Edge. With Insomnia, Banette cannot fall asleep. Gaining this ability while asleep cures it. With a Ghostium Z equipped to it, if Banette has a ghost move, this item allows it to use a ghost z-move.
◆ Phantom Force is a physical STAB-boosted 90-base power Ghost-type move (disappears turn 1. Hits turn 2. Breaks protection).
◆ Double-Edge is a physical 120-base power Normal-type move (has 33% recoil).
◆ Return is a physical 0-base power Normal-type move (max 102 power at maximum happiness).
◆ Foul Play is a physical 95-base power Dark-type move (uses target's attack stat in damage calculation).
◆ Knock Off is a physical 65-base power Dark-type move (1.5x damage if foe holds an item; Note: This will also remove that item).
◆ Curse is a status move (curses if ghost, else -1 spe, +1 atk, +1 def).
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Item: Dark Gem
Ability: Cursed Body
Nature: Lonely (+Atk, -Def)
EVs: 220 Hp / 110 Atk / 180 Spe
Moveset:
- Foul Play
- Swagger
- Destiny Bond
- Screech
For single battles, Banette is a prestigious Physical Tank. This moveset is formulated to withstand physical attacks and hit back effectively. With Cursed Body, if Banette is hit by an attack there is a 30% chance that move gets disabled. With a Dark Gem equipped to it, Banette's first successful dark-type attack will have 1.3x power then the Dark Gem gets consumed.
◆ Swagger is a status move (raises the target's attack by 2 stages and confuses it).
◆ Destiny Bond is a status move (if an opponent knocks out your Banette, it also faints).
◆ Screech is a status move (lowers the target's defense by 2 stages).
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Movesets for Doubles
Need a strong doubles moveset for Banette? These builds are perfect for VGC (Pokémon Video Game Championship) and other competitive Sun/Moon Double Battles. The VGC is the ultimate test of strategy and skill, and these movesets and EVs are designed to excel against multiple opponents at once while providing essential support to your team. Dominate the Sun/Moon metagame with these expert-crafted setups!
Item: Ghostium Z / Shell Bell
Ability: Insomnia
Nature: Adamant (+Atk, -SpA)
EVs: 4 Hp / 252 Atk / 252 Spe
Moveset:
- Shadow Claw / Phantom Force
- Double-Edge / Return
- Foul Play / Knock Off
- Curse
When it comes to double battles, Banette shines as popular Physical Sweeper. This configuration strives to overwhelm foes with intense physical moves. The Shell Bell item option is to help Banette recover from the recoil damage it may take from Double-Edge. With Insomnia, Banette cannot fall asleep. Gaining this ability while asleep cures it. With a Ghostium Z equipped to it, if Banette has a ghost move, this item allows it to use a ghost z-move.
◆ Phantom Force is a physical STAB-boosted 90-base power Ghost-type move (disappears turn 1. Hits turn 2. Breaks protection).
◆ Double-Edge is a physical 120-base power Normal-type move (has 33% recoil).
◆ Return is a physical 0-base power Normal-type move (max 102 power at maximum happiness).
◆ Foul Play is a physical 95-base power Dark-type move (uses target's attack stat in damage calculation).
◆ Knock Off is a physical 65-base power Dark-type move (1.5x damage if foe holds an item; Note: This will also remove that item).
◆ Curse is a status move (curses if ghost, else -1 spe, +1 atk, +1 def).
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Item: Ghostium Z / Focus Sash
Ability: Insomnia
Nature: Brave (+Atk, -Spe)
Nature: Adamant (+Atk, -SpA)
EVs: 248 Hp / 252 Atk / 8 SpD
Moveset:
- Shadow Claw / Phantom Force
- Double-Edge / Return
- Foul Play / Knock Off
- Trick Room
Banette is a notable Offensive Trick Roomer to use for single battles. Focus Sash helps protect Banette from being one-shotted and allowing it to atleast use a crucial move when brought out. With Insomnia, Banette cannot fall asleep. Gaining this ability while asleep cures it. With a Ghostium Z equipped to it, if Banette has a ghost move, this item allows it to use a ghost z-move.
◆ Phantom Force is a physical STAB-boosted 90-base power Ghost-type move (disappears turn 1. Hits turn 2. Breaks protection).
◆ Double-Edge is a physical 120-base power Normal-type move (has 33% recoil).
◆ Return is a physical 0-base power Normal-type move (max 102 power at maximum happiness).
◆ Foul Play is a physical 95-base power Dark-type move (uses target's attack stat in damage calculation).
◆ Knock Off is a physical 65-base power Dark-type move (1.5x damage if foe holds an item; Note: This will also remove that item).
◆ Trick Room is a status move (goes last. For 5 turns, turn order is reversed).
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Movepool
Want to know what moves Banette can learn? Check out the full list of moves available in the Pokemon Sun/Moon generation.
Sort and organize the learnset by type, category, accuracy, and power. Moves in bold get the same-type attack bonus (STAB) when used by Banette.
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Combo List
These are a list of several common move combinations Banette can perform in Sun/Moon. Not every combo going to be game-changing, but some can be pretty fun to play with. Sometimes these can be easily overlooked or forgotten, hence why we find and list them here. Discover what items, abilities, and moves this Pokemon can use in combination with each other to gain a strategic advantage in competitive battles.
Competitive SM Move and Ability Combos for Banette
- Moves: Mimic + Imprison
- Moves: Swagger + Foul play
- Moves: Swagger + Psych up
- Moves: Swagger + Screech
- Moves: Rain dance + Thunder
- Moves: Rest + Sleep talk
- Moves: Rest + Snore
- Moves: Pain split + Toxic
- Moves: Pain split + Will-o-wisp
- Move: Swagger + Item: Mirror Herb
- Move: Fling + Item: King's Rock
- Move: Facade + Item: Flame Orb
- Move: Facade + Item: Toxic Orb
- Moves with Priority: Ally Switch, Endure, Helping Hand, Magic Coat, Protect, Snatch, Shadow Sneak, Sucker Punch
- Moves that inflict status (and combo with the move Hex): Will-O-Wisp, Thunder Wave, Toxic
Moves that boost Banette's stats
- Calm Mind
- Charge Beam
- Cotton Guard
- Curse
- Ominous Wind
Most notable and possible best moves for Banette
- Destiny Bond
- Hidden Power
- Knock Off
- Protect
- Rest
- Taunt
- Toxic
Common Effort Values for Banette in Sun and Moon
Usage Data
Explore the latest analytical usage data for this Pokémon from various VGC and online competitions. We use this data to develop our strategies and movesets. The data is categorized by competition and skill level: top-ranking trainers, mid-level players, and entry-level players.
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