Alolan DiglettUltra Prism #78 Pokémon Card

Alolan Diglett is a regional variant of the familiar Mole Pokémon, Diglett, first introduced in Generation VII with the release of the *Pokémon Sun* and *Moon* games. Unlike its Kantonian counterpart, which is a pure Ground type, Alolan Diglett gains the Steel typing, reflecting its adaptation to the volcanic environment of the Alola region. Its distinctive feature is the golden hairs sprouting from its head, which are actually metallic whiskers used as sensory organs to monitor its surroundings while burrowed. These whiskers are a nod to its Steel typing and contribute to its unique aesthetic. In the games, Alolan Diglett typically inhabits areas like Diglett's Tunnel and Lush Jungle, often found in rocky, volcanic terrain where its Steel typing provides an advantage. It evolves into Alolan Dugtrio, which further emphasizes its metallic hair. In the anime, Alolan Diglett and Dugtrio have appeared, often highlighting their distinctive appearance and abilities. Their Steel typing makes them weak to Fire, Fighting, and Ground types, while granting resistances to Normal, Flying, Rock, Bug, Steel, Grass, Psychic, Ice, Dragon, and Fairy types, and an immunity to Poison. This regional variant brought a fresh perspective to an iconic first-generation Pokémon, showcasing the diverse ecological adaptations within the Pokémon world.