Pokémon TCG: Team Rocket's Dugtrio #206 PSA 9 - Japanese
About Team Rocket's Dugtrio 206/193 AR (MEGA Dream ex, Japanese, PSA 9)
Team Rocket's Dugtrio 206/193 AR is a Japanese single card from the high-class set MEGA Dream ex (M2a) in the Pokémon Trading Card Game. This card is officially PSA 9-graded (Mint), which means it shows minimal wear and sharp edges – an attractive choice for collectors seeking high quality without aiming for the absolute top grade. The card is classified as Art Rare (AR) and features a full-illustration credited to illustrator Whisker, giving the card strong visual appeal.
PSA 9-grading and collector status
A PSA 9-graded (Professional Sports Authenticator) indicates the card is in Mint condition. This means it only has very light signs of handling and no major flaws, making it a solid choice for both seasoned and new collectors. PSA-graded Japanese cards like this are popular on the market, especially when they combine the Team Rocket theme with Art Rare status. You can find more similar cards in our Graded cards category.
Gameplay and card details
- Card type: Fighting-type, Stage 1 (evolves from Team Rocket's Diglett)
- HP: 100
- Ability: Pothole – When the opponent's Active Pokémon is moved to the Bench during their turn, place 2 damage counters on that Pokémon.
- Attack: Mud Shot (Fighting + Colorless, 50 damage)
- Weakness: Grass ×2
- Retreat cost: 1 Colorless
- Regulation: Japanese Regulation I
The ability Pothole makes the card interesting for players who want to apply pressure through chip damage, especially in strategies where the opponent frequently switches their Active Pokémon.
Why choose this Japanese Art Rare card?
Team Rocket's Dugtrio 206/193 AR combines several collector and player advantages: it is a Japanese Art Rare card from a high-class set, features a unique Team Rocket motif, and is PSA 9-graded in Mint condition. The artwork and theme make it particularly appealing to collectors of Japanese Pokémon cards or those who focus on “villain” subsets. Sold as a single card (not sealed), it is ready for display or storage and is respected in both collector and player circles.
Whether you are expanding your Team Rocket collection, looking for a visually striking Art Rare, or seeking a graded card with documented condition, this Dugtrio is an excellent choice. See also our selection of Pokémon cards for more Japanese and graded options.
