Team Rocket's Dugtrio #239

Team Rocket's Dugtrio from the 2026 Ascended Heroes set is a highly notable card, distinguished by its Illustration Rare status and its position as a secret rare, numbered 239/217. This numbering, beyond the set's regular count, signifies its enhanced rarity and often implies a more challenging acquisition for collectors. The card's value is primarily driven by this inherent scarcity, combined with the unique full-art presentation typical of Illustration Rares, which elevates its visual appeal.

The distinctive artwork by Whisker brings the "Mole Pokémon" to life, likely reflecting the card's flavor text: "In battle, it digs through the ground and strikes the unsuspecting foe from an unexpected direction." Mechanically, this Stage 1 Fighting-type Pokémon features the intriguing Holes Ability, which places two damage counters on an opponent's Active Pokémon whenever it moves to the Bench during their turn, offering a strategic advantage. This card encapsulates the mischievous essence often associated with Team Rocket, twisting Dugtrio's natural burrowing prowess, as described in its Pokédex entry: "A team of DIGLETT triplets. It triggers huge earthquakes by burrowing 60 miles underground."