How to Catch or Buy Banette in Pokémon Legends: Z-A

Banette is one of those Ghost-types that feels more like a piece of folklore than a simple Pokemon. Its design comes from an abandoned doll filled with lingering resentment—fitting for a creature that hunts during the night and thrives in eerie, quiet corners of the map. In Pokemon Legends: Z-A, Banette fills a very specific niche: high physical Attack, access to disruptive Ghost moves, and a presence that can make certain encounters feel a little more intense.

If you're exploring Lumiose and want a Banette for battle strategies, Pokedex completion, or just because you like its unsettling charm, here's the clearest and most efficient way to get one.

Banette Basic Info

• Lumiose Pokedex: #112
• Type: Ghost
• Evolution: Shuppet → Banette (Level 37)
• Characteristic: A doll's grudge brought to life—seeks the person who discarded it.

Stats:

• HP: 64
• Attack: 115
• Defense: 65
• Special Attack: 83
• Special Defense: 63
• Speed: 65 
  Total: 455

Banette excels as a physically offensive Ghost-type. Shadow Claw, Shadow Sneak, and Phantom Force are all moves that help it pressure frail targets and bypass normal defenses.

Method 1: Catching Banette in the Wild (Nighttime Alpha Spawn)

The most direct way to obtain Banette is by encountering it in Wild Zone 15, which unlocks after Main Mission 19: Reaching Rank D.

Spawn Details:

Because this is an Alpha encounter, expect Banette to be aggressive and aggressive Ghost-types often go straight for attacks rather than fleeing. If your goal is to catch it safely:

Recommended Strategy

• Sneak using tall grass to line up a backstrike Poke Ball throw.
• Use moves like False Swipe to hold it at 1 HP.
• Dark- and Ghost-resistant Pokemon help prevent your team from being wiped.
• If you want to reduce its aggression, Throw Food/Items before engaging.

You may need to bench-hop to cycle to night faster if the timing doesn't line up—Pokecenter benches remain the fastest and most consistent time-reset method.

If you'd rather skip the waiting and nighttime cycling altogether, you can also buy Alpha pokemon that are already properly leveled and ready for battle. It's a straightforward option for players who value time or want a specific nature or IV setup from the start.

Method 2: Evolving Shuppet (Most Reliable for Specific Natures)

If you'd rather control nature, abilities, IVs, or moveset progression, catching Shuppet and evolving it is the cleaner approach.

How to Evolve:

1. Catch a Shuppet
2. Raise it to Level 37
3. Banette evolves automatically

This method also works well if you're searching for Adamant (↑Attack ↓Sp.Atk) or Jolly (↑Speed ↓Sp.Atk) natures, which maximize Banette's physical pressure.

Method 3: Buying Banette (For Players Who Value Time)

Because Pokemon Legends: Z-A has a strong trading community, some players prefer to buy Pokemon instead of farming or evolving. Since this article is published on U4GM, it's worth mentioning that U4GM is considered a reliable place to buy Shiny Pokemon Legends Z-A, especially for players who want perfect stats, Shiny forms, or Alpha versions without grinding.

Typical Prices (as of current availability):

There is also a Custom 6IV Pokemon option for players who want exact natures, IV spreads, moves, and form variations. You can buy Custom Pokemon individually if you're looking for something tailored for competitive setups or showcase teams.

Which Method Should You Choose?

From a gameplay standpoint, I personally like evolving Shuppet first. It gives you time to learn how Banette performs and experiment with moves before committing to high-level setups. Then, if you fall in love with it, you can go after the Alpha Shiny or a Custom competitive build.