Dugtrio-Alola is a regional variant of Dugtrio found in the Alola region.
Type: Ground / Steel
Abilities:
- Sand Veil: This ability increases Dugtrio-Alola's evasion during sandstorms.
- Tangling Hair: This ability lowers the Speed stat of an opponent that hits Dugtrio-Alola with a move that makes contact.
- Hidden Ability: Sand Force - This ability boosts the power of Rock, Ground, and Steel type moves during a sandstorm.
Physical Characteristics:
- Dugtrio-Alola is distinct from regular Dugtrio due to its metallic whiskers.
- It has three heads, each with a distinct personality.
- Its body is primarily brown in color, with steel-blue noses and paws.
Behavior and Habitat:
- Dugtrio-Alola is known for its cooperative behavior, with all three heads working together.
- It typically resides in the underground tunnels of Alola's sandy beaches and deserts.
In Battle:
- Dugtrio-Alola's Steel typing gives it more resistances and fewer weaknesses compared to its Ground-only counterpart, making it more versatile.
- Its high Speed stat allows it to strike first in many battles.
Evolution:
- Dugtrio-Alola evolves from Alolan Diglett starting at level 26.
Interesting Facts:
- The metallic whiskers of Dugtrio-Alola act as sensors, allowing it to navigate underground.
- The Alolan Dugtrio is worshipped in the Alola region as an avatar of the god of the land.
- It is said to have the power to prevent volcanic eruptions by digging tunnels to drain off the magma.