Dugtrio Pokémon Trading Card

Name: Dugtrio Pokémon Trading Card
Brand: Momofthecircus
Availability: LimitedAvailability

A 2016 Pokémon trading card featuring Dugtrio, an evolution of Diglett, with 90 HP and attacks Slash and Earthquake.

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DESCRIPTION

A Pokémon trading card featuring the character Dugtrio. The card is a Stage 1 Evolution from Diglett, has 90 HP, and lists its attacks as 'Slash' and 'Earthquake'. It is illustrated by Keiji Kinebuchi and dated 2016.

CULTURAL ECHOES

Where This Object Echoes

Japanese FolkloreAncient to Modern Japan

Dugtrio, like its pre-evolution Diglett, can be linked to the Japanese mythological creature known as a 'Tsuchinoko,' a snake-like cryptid often depicted burrowing through the earth. The 'mole' aspect also ties into general burrowing animal folklore.

Game DesignModern Gaming Era

The concept of 'evolution' in Pokémon, where a creature transforms into a more powerful form, mirrors character progression systems found in many video games and fantasy narratives globally.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

•Strategic gameplay, where players build decks and engage in turn-based battles using their Pokémon cards.
•Collecting and trading, fostering social interaction and a sense of community among enthusiasts.

Meaning Through Time

Late 20th Century (1990s)

Pokemon trading cards launched during a boom in collectible card games, representing a new form of interactive entertainment and merchandise for a popular video game franchise.

Early 21st Century

The cards evolved from simple game pieces to highly sought-after collectibles, with rare cards reaching significant monetary value, and becoming a cultural touchstone for a generation.

HISTORICAL STORY

Pokémon trading cards were first released in Japan in 1996 and quickly became a global phenomenon. These cards combine collecting with strategic gameplay, featuring various Pokémon creatures, each with unique abilities and characteristics. Dugtrio is one of the original 151 Pokémon from the first ...

DID YOU KNOW?

Dugtrio's evolution from Diglett involves three Diglett merging, though the exact biological process is never fully explained within the Pokémon lore.

Despite being depicted predominantly from the waist up, Dugtrio's in-game Pokedex entry from this era lists its height as 2'04" (73.4 lbs), suggesting a significant portion of its body is underground.

The 56/108 card number indicates it is part of a larger set, specifically the XY Evolutions set, which was released in 2016 and re-imagined cards from the original Base Set.

MATERIAL & CONDITION

Surface

The card has a smooth, semi-glossy paper surface. The edges appear relatively sharp with minor signs of handling.

Weight & Feel

Extremely lightweight, typical of a standard trading card, around a few grams.

Condition

The card appears to be in good condition with minor surface wear visible, consistent with being handled. No major creases, tears, or significant edge wear are apparent from the provided images.