Alolan Dugtrio #208

Alolan Dugtrio is a Stage 1 card from the Surging Sparks set (card #208). It carries a rarity of Illustration Rare, placing it in the standard tier of desirability within this expansion. As a Metal-type Pokémon, Alolan Dugtrio brings distinct strategic advantages to TCG gameplay.

Metal-type Pokémon are tanks — high HP, damage reduction, and staying power. Excellent in stall decks.

Alolan Dugtrio is a Stage 1 Pokémon, evolved from a Basic form. Stage 1 Pokémon offer a significant power spike over their Basic counterparts and are crucial mid-game attackers.

With 110 HP, Alolan Dugtrio has solid mid-tier health, offering a balance between offence and survivability.

With a market value of $9.05, Alolan Dugtrio represents an accessible mid-range card from the Surging Sparks set. Cards in this price range are excellent candidates for grading — if you can pull a pristine copy and submit it for PSA or CGC grading, the premium on a gem mint copy could deliver solid returns.

From an investment perspective, Alolan Dugtrio benefits from being a Illustration Rare card in the Surging Sparks expansion. Cards from popular sets with iconic Pokémon tend to appreciate 15-30% annually once the set goes out of print. Monitor price trends and consider grading valuable copies for maximum resale value.