Pokémon TCG: Team Rocket's Dugtrio #206 PSA 9 - Japanese

Team Rocket's Dugtrio 206/193 AR PSA 9 Japanese – MEGA Dream ex

For collectors who appreciate authentic Japanese Pokémon cards and professional grading, Team Rocket's Dugtrio 206/193 AR from MEGA Dream ex [M2a] is a standout choice. This is a single, original Japanese card, officially graded to PSA 9 (Mint) and delivered in the characteristic PSA holder. The card combines a Rocket theme, Art Rare design and modern high class pack quality – all presented in a documented collector format.

About the card: Japanese original from MEGA Dream ex

The card was released as ロケット団のダグトリオ (Team Rocket's Dugtrio) with card number 206/193 in the Japanese high class set MEGA Dream ex (M2a). It is a Fighting-type, Stage 1 Pokémon with 100 HP, evolved from Team Rocket's Diglett. As an Art Rare (AR) it features a full-art illustration that highlights the Rocket theme and the illustrator Whiskers' distinctive style. This variant exists only in the Japanese edition, making it particularly sought after by collectors of Japanese Pokémon cards.

PSA 9 – Condition and authenticity

This specimen is professionally graded by PSA and receives a grade of 9 (Mint), documenting that the card is in excellent condition with minimal wear. PSA 9 is a recognized standard among collectors, especially for modern AR cards, and ensures both authenticity and preservation. The card is sold as a standalone, graded card – not as part of a bundle or a sealed product.

Art Rare design and gameplay features

• Rarity: AR (Art Rare) – full-art illustration by Whiskers
• Ability – “Pothole”: Put 2 damage counters on the opponent's Pokémon when it returns to the bench
• Attack – Mud Shot: [Fighting][Colorless], 50 damage
• HP: 100
• Regulation mark: I (modern standard)
• Weakness: Grass ×2, Retreat: 1 Colorless

The card's ability to punish opponents' retreating and its Rocket theme make it interesting both for thematic deck builders and collectors of graded cards focusing on villain teams.

Collector relevance and Rocket theme

The combination of Team Rocket branding and the Art Rare category makes this card a natural choice for Rocket collectors, illustration enthusiasts, and those focusing on modern Japanese high class sets. It is a documented AR hit from MEGA Dream ex and is offered in a Japanese first-print version – ideal for those who want authenticity and quality in their collection.

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