Alolan Dugtrio Collector’s Guide (Sun Moon 87)

Character Intro

Alolan Dugtrio from the Sun Moon set is a Rare Holo card numbered 87 with 100 HP. Its Tangling Hair ability increases the opponent’s Active Pokémon’s Retreat Cost by 1 Colorless, while Dig Under lets you target damage to one of your opponent’s Pokémon, ignoring Weakness and Resistance. Together, these give the card a defensive tilt with tactical pressure—an appealing pick for both players and collectors.

Quick Facts

• HP: 100
• Type: Metal
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Alolan Diglett)
• Ability: Tangling Hair — increases opponent’s Active Pokémon’s Retreat Cost by 1 Colorless
• Attack: Dig Under — deals 50 damage to one of your opponent’s Pokémon, ignoring Weakness and Resistance
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -20
• Retreat Cost: 2 Colorless
• Flavor Text: Its shining gold hair provides it with protection. It’s reputed that keeping any of its fallen hairs will bring bad luck.
• Illustrator: match
• Image:

Key Printings

This printing appears in the Sun Moon set as card 87, classified as a Rare Holo. It is a Metal-type Stage 1 Pokémon featuring the ability Tangling Hair and the attack Dig Under.

Variants & Identifiers

• There are no known print variants for this card.
• Identifiers include the set code “sm1” and card number 87. The artwork by match and the Rare Holo rarity symbol further distinguish this printing.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
Its ability to increase retreat cost and an attack that bypasses Weakness and Resistance make it tactically interesting, but official tournament use is not confirmed.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the holographic surface by using sleeves and keeping the card away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching to maintain condition and value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Sun Moon (sm1): Introduces Alolan Dugtrio as a Metal-type Stage 1 with Tangling Hair and Dig Under. The Rare Holo finish and distinctive artwork make it a notable collectible within the set.