Digging Gloves Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Digging Gloves is an Uncommon Trainer card from the Evolving Skies set, numbered 145. A straightforward Pokémon Tool, it adds a practical edge to Fighting-type matchups.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: swsh7-145
• Stage: Item, Pokémon Tool
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Regulation Mark: E
• Series: Sword & Shield
• Subtypes: Item, Pokémon Tool
• Weaknesses: None
• Resistances: None

Key Printings

The only known printing of Digging Gloves is from the Evolving Skies expansion, numbered 145. It is classified as an Uncommon card and features artwork by Toyste Beach. No alternate printings or reprints have been documented.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions. Identification relies on the set code “swsh7” and card number 145. The card’s unique effect and the Toyste Beach illustrator credit also help collectors verify authenticity.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown

Tool Effect

This Pokémon Tool card boosts the attacks of the Pokémon it is attached to by 30 damage against the opponent’s Active Fighting Pokémon, before applying Weakness and Resistance.

General Play Notes

• Players can play any number of Item cards during their turn.
• A Pokémon can only have one Pokémon Tool attached; attach Digging Gloves only to a Pokémon without an existing Pokémon Tool.

Care & Storage Tips

Store Digging Gloves in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity, maintaining mint or near-mint condition helps retain collector value. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Evolving Skies (swsh7): Introduced as a supportive Pokémon Tool, Digging Gloves enhances Fighting-type strategies with a straightforward damage boost. It stands out as a utility card without HP or attacks, emphasizing tactical play over raw stats.