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Banette Mega

Banette Mega

GHOST
HP
64
Atk
165
Def
75
SpA
93
SpD
83
Spe
75
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Weaknesses

  • DARK2x
  • GHOST2x

Best Nature

Adamant 32/32/0/0/2/0

Best Moveset

  1. PoltergeistGHOSTPhysical17.9%
  2. Destiny BondGHOSTStatus11.5%
  3. EncoreNORMALStatus10.1%
  4. Will-O-WispFIREStatus8.4%

Best Ability / Item

PranksterBanettiteBanettite

Banette Mega technical VGC usage sections

Best Banette Mega Moves

  • #1

    Poltergeist

    GHOPhysical110 BP

    The user attacks by controlling the target's item. This move fails if the target isn't holding an item.

    17.86%
  • #2

    Destiny Bond

    GHOStatus

    If the user is knocked out after using this move, the Pokémon that knocked it out will also faint. This move's chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

    11.48%
  • #3

    Encore

    NORStatus

    The user compels the target to keep using the move it encored for three turns.

    10.05%
  • #4

    Will-O-Wisp

    FIRStatus

    The user shoots a sinister flame at the target to inflict a burn.

    8.37%
  • #5

    Shadow Sneak

    GHOPhysical40 BP

    The user extends its shadow and attacks the target from behind. This move always goes first.

    7.11%
  • #6

    Protect

    NORStatus

    This move enables the user to protect itself from all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

    6.91%
  • #7

    Trick Room

    PSYStatus

    The user creates a bizarre area in which slower Pokémon get to move first for five turns.

    4.57%
  • #8

    Disable

    NORStatus

    For four turns, the target will be unable to use whichever move it last used.

    4.04%
  • #9

    Rain Dance

    WATStatus

    The user summons a heavy rain that falls for five turns, powering up Water-type attacks. The rain also lowers the power of Fire-type attacks.

    3.84%
  • #10

    Skill Swap

    PSYStatus

    The user employs its psychic power to exchange Abilities with the target.

    3.82%
  • #11

    Other

    21.95%

Best Banette Mega Natures

  • #1

    Adamant 32/32/0/0/2/0

    6.16%
  • #2

    Adamant 32/32/2/0/0/0

    6.00%
  • #3

    Brave 32/32/2/0/0/0

    5.33%
  • #4

    Brave 32/32/0/0/2/0

    4.78%
  • #5

    Jolly 4/19/0/0/15/28

    3.81%
  • #6

    Careful 32/2/0/0/32/0

    3.65%
  • #7

    Adamant 32/15/0/0/18/1

    2.71%
  • #8

    Lonely 2/32/0/0/0/32

    2.53%
  • #9

    Adamant 5/32/0/0/0/29

    2.14%
  • #10

    Adamant 32/32/0/0/0/2

    2.13%
  • #11

    Other

    60.76%

Best Banette Mega Abilities

  • #1

    Prankster

    Gives priority to the Pokémon's status moves.

    100.00%

Best Banette Mega Items

  • #1
    Banettite

    Banettite

    Allows Banette to Mega Evolve into Mega Banette.

    94.84%
  • #2
    Focus Sash

    Focus Sash

    Prevents a one-hit knockout.

    3.71%
  • #3
    Life Orb

    Life Orb

    Raises the power of moves, but causes recoil damage.

    0.41%
  • #4
    Spell Tag

    Spell Tag

    Raises the power of Ghost-type moves.

    0.40%
  • #5
    Mental Herb

    Mental Herb

    Prevents attraction. Consumed after use.

    0.21%
  • #6
    Quick Claw

    Quick Claw

    May allow the user to move first.

    0.19%
  • #7
    Sitrus Berry

    Sitrus Berry

    Restores 30 HP in Generation III . Restores ¼ of maximum HP from Generation IV onwards.

    0.16%
  • #8
    Black Glasses

    Black Glasses

    Raises the power of Dark-type moves. Note: Formatted as BlackGlasses prior to Generation VI .

    0.06%
  • #9
    Chesto Berry

    Chesto Berry

    Awakens a Pokémon from sleep .

    0.02%

Best Banette Mega Teammates

  • #1
    SinistchaSinistcha
    GRAGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    6.31%
  • #2
    BasculegionBasculegion
    WATGHO
    TeamsBuilder
    5.98%
  • #3
    ArchaludonArchaludon
    STEDRA
    TeamsBuilder
    5.70%
  • #4
    SneaslerSneasler
    FIGPOI
    TeamsBuilder
    5.36%
  • #5
    KingambitKingambit
    DARSTE
    TeamsBuilder
    5.19%
  • #6
    IncineroarIncineroar
    FIRDAR
    TeamsBuilder
    5.14%
  • #7
    FarigirafFarigiraf
    NORPSY
    TeamsBuilder
    3.93%
  • #8
    GarchompGarchomp
    DRAGRO
    TeamsBuilder
    3.43%
  • #9
    SylveonSylveon
    FAI
    TeamsBuilder
    3.25%
  • #10
    MiloticMilotic
    WAT
    TeamsBuilder
    3.25%
  • #11

    Other

    52.46%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best moveset for Banette Mega?

The best moveset for Banette Mega in the current competitive meta typically features the moves Poltergeist, Destiny Bond, Encore, Will-O-Wisp.

How to counter Banette Mega in Champions?

In the Pokémon Champions meta, Banette Mega can be countered by exploiting its weaknesses (dark 2x, ghost 2x) and using effective check/counter teams.

What is the best item for Banette Mega?

The best item for Banette Mega is typically Banettite, based on high-level tournament and ladder stats.