BanetteChilling Reign #63 Pokémon Card

Banette, the Marionette Pokémon, is a Ghost-type Pokémon introduced in Generation III. It evolves from Shuppet, a small, dark-gray puppet-like Pokémon. According to Pokédex entries, Banette is said to be an abandoned plush doll that came to life through pure resentment. Its natural habitat is typically dark, desolate places, or even within human cities, often lurking in alleys or abandoned buildings, seeking the child that once owned it. Banette's diet is not explicitly stated in the games, but its behavior suggests it feeds on feelings of hatred and sorrow. In the games and anime, Banette often plays the role of a mischievous or vengeful spirit, sometimes helping but often causing trouble. Its Ghost typing gives it advantages against Psychic and Ghost types, while being vulnerable to Dark and Ghost attacks. Culturally, Banette represents the darker side of forgotten toys and the emotional impact of abandonment. Its unique origin story makes it a memorable and somewhat tragic figure in the Pokémon world.