Evolving Shuppet in Pokémon Legends: Z‑A is simple and fast. The only requirement is hitting Level 37, at which point it evolves into Banette automatically. There are no time‑of‑day, friendship, move, or trade requirements.
Shuppet evolution requirement (Legends: Z‑A)
Use this at‑a‑glance table to know exactly what you need.
| From | To | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Shuppet (Ghost type). | Banette (Ghost type). | Reach Level 37. |
Method 1: Level up by battling (reliable and repeatable)
Step 1: Keep Shuppet in your party so it gains experience from battles. If Shuppet participates in KOs, it will level up faster.
Step 2: Choose favorable matchups to speed progress. Shuppet is immune to Normal and Fighting moves, and it is weak to Dark and Ghost; target opponents it can safely defeat while avoiding those that hit it super effectively.
Step 3: Heal regularly to maintain momentum. A healthy Shuppet can stay on the field longer, earn more experience per outing, and reach Level 37 sooner.
Method 2: Level up with Rare Candies (quickest in short bursts)
Step 1: Open your Bag and select a Rare Candy. A Rare Candy raises a Pokémon’s level by one.
Step 2: Use the Rare Candy on Shuppet. Repeat as needed until Shuppet reaches Level 37.
Step 3: Save before using multiple Rare Candies. These items are limited, and saving lets you retry if you change your plan.
What to expect at Level 37
Step 1: Once Shuppet hits Level 37, it becomes eligible to evolve and will evolve into Banette. No extra item or trade is needed.
Step 2: If you prefer to keep Shuppet for a bit longer (for moves or team needs), you can postpone evolution and evolve after it reaches Level 37 later—whenever you’re ready.
That’s all you need—train or use a few Rare Candies, and you’ll have Banette the moment Shuppet reaches Level 37.
