diglett-alola #10105
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diglett-alola
Generation I · #10105 — Mole Pokémon
Alolan Diglett is the regional variant of the classic Ground-type Pokémon, adapted to thrive in the unique environment of the Alola region. Introduced in Generation VII, this Pokémon represents Diglett's evolution in response to Alola's distinct geology and climate. Unlike its standard form, Alolan Diglett is a Ground/Steel-type Pokémon, granting it substantially different defensive properties and strategic applications in battle. With a National Pokédex number of #050, Alolan Diglett maintains the same compact size as its counterpart at just 0.2 meters tall, though it weighs slightly more at 1.0 kilogram. The addition of the Steel-type typing fundamentally transforms how this Pokémon interacts with the competitive metagame, providing it with numerous resistances that its pure Ground-type ancestor simply cannot access.
Base Stats
Height
0.2m
Weight
1.0kg
Category
Mole Pokémon
Gender
Male 50% / Female 50%
Color
brown
Shape
blob
Habitat
cave
Abilities
Increases evasion to 1.25× during a sandstorm. Protects against sandstorm damage.
When this Pokémon takes regular damage from a contact move, the attacking Pokémon's Speed lowers by one stage.
Strengthens rock, ground, and steel moves to 1.3× their power during a sandstorm. Protects against sandstorm damage.
Diglett-alola Biology & Physical Characteristics
Alolan Diglett's most striking biological adaptation is the metallic sheen that characterizes its Steel-type nature, distinguishing it visually from the standard brown Diglett found in other regions. Its anatomy reveals the evolutionary pressures of the Alola region's volcanic and mineral-rich landscape, where Diglett has incorporated steel-like properties into its composition to better navigate underground through harder, more resilient earth and rock formations. The Pokémon's diminutive stature—making it one of the lightest Pokémon in existence at merely 1.0 kilogram—belies its robustness; the steel infusion provides defensive capabilities that compensate for its fragile appearance. Like its standard-form counterpart, Alolan Diglett's most visible feature is its distinctive round, pink nose and beady black eyes protruding above ground, though the metallic coloration extends across its body where it emerges from the soil. The Steel-type composition affects its internal structure, allowing it to withstand conditions that would render ordinary Diglett vulnerable, particularly in areas with extreme mineral concentrations and underground pressure variations.
Pokedex Numbers
Training
Breeding
Diglett-alola Breeding, Gender Ratio & Egg Groups
Alolan Diglett maintains a perfectly balanced gender ratio of 50% male to 50% female, reflecting the typical breeding dynamics observed across most Pokémon species. These Pokémon belong exclusively to the Field egg group, classifying them among terrestrial creatures that breed through conventional means. The breeding mechanics for Alolan Diglett remain consistent with standard Pokémon reproduction systems; when two compatible Diglett or Dugtrio breed, offspring will inherit the Alolan form if both parents possess that regional variant, though eggs may also hatch as standard Diglett depending on parental composition. The hatch cycle for Alolan Diglett eggs requires approximately 20 cycles of movement, equivalent to roughly 4,884 to 5,140 steps, making them relatively quick to hatch compared to many other Pokémon species. Base happiness of 70 indicates these Pokémon form reasonably strong bonds with their trainers, though they require proper care and positive interaction to reach maximum friendship levels. The combination of balanced gender distribution and Field egg group membership makes Alolan Diglett a straightforward choice for breeding projects, enabling trainers to establish populations with desired natures, abilities, and movesets through deliberate pair selections.
Held Items
Sprites
Held Items
soft-sand
type-enhancement
Held: Ground-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
soft-sand
type-enhancement
Held: Ground-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
soft-sand
type-enhancement
Held: Ground-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
soft-sand
type-enhancement
Held: Ground-Type moves from holder do 20% more damage.
Cost: 1000
TMs & HMs
tm01
black white
tm01
black 2 white 2
tm01
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm01
ultra sun ultra moon
tm01
omega ruby alpha sapphire
tm01
sun moon
tm01
x y
tm02
crystal
tm02
gold silver
tm03
yellow
tm03
red blue
tm03
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm03
blue japan
tm03
red green japan
tm05
lets go pikachu lets go eevee
tm06
yellow
tm06
gold silver
tm06
red blue
tm06
crystal
tm06
emerald
+542 more TMs/HMs
diglett-alola's Evolution Chain
Diglett-alola Evolution, Mega Evolution & Special Forms
Alolan Diglett follows the same evolutionary pathway as its standard counterpart, evolving into Alolan Dugtrio upon reaching level 26. The evolution maintains the Ground/Steel dual-typing introduced in the Alolan form, with Dugtrio representing a more powerful iteration of the adaptation that began with Diglett. This evolution line is exclusive to the Alola region; Diglett caught in Alola will naturally transform into their Alolan variants when the conditions are met, while standard Diglett from other regions evolve into regular Dugtrio. The level-based evolution mechanism remains unchanged from the original games, allowing trainers to prepare for Alolan Dugtrio's enhanced base stats and expanded move pool. Unlike some Pokémon that have received Mega Evolution forms, Alolan Diglett and its evolution do not possess Mega Evolution variants, making their standard forms the definitive endpoint of their developmental line. The transition from Diglett to Dugtrio represents a consolidation of three separate entities merging into unified consciousness, and this process intensifies the Steel-type characteristics that define the Alolan variants.
Where to Find
digletts tunnel
alola
+5 more
ten carat hill
alola
alola route 7
alola
+1 more
alola route 5
alola
+1 more
verdant cavern
alola
+1 more
seaward cave
alola
lush jungle
alola
lavender town
kanto
Diglett-alola Behaviour and Natural Habitat
Alolan Diglett inhabits the mineral-rich underground passages and volcanic caverns throughout the Alola region, where it burrows with remarkable efficiency due to its steel-enhanced physiology. These Pokémon maintain the same subterranean lifestyle as their standard-form cousins, spending the majority of their time underground feeding on plant roots and minerals, though they surface more frequently in Alola's unique cave systems. The adaptation to Steel-type composition grants them superior tunneling capabilities in harder substrates, making them invaluable to Alolan farmers who utilize these Pokémon to till and prepare soil for cultivation, much as Diglett have been employed in other regions. Their behavior reflects a heightened sensitivity to sandstorms, with many specimens possessing the Sand Veil ability, which increases their evasion to 1.25 times their normal effectiveness during sandstorms while simultaneously protecting them from sandstorm damage. Some individuals display the unusual Tangling Hair ability, a trait unique to the Alolan form, which automatically reduces an attacker's Speed by one stage whenever they make contact with Alolan Diglett, providing a defensive mechanism against physical assaults.
Pokedex Entries
Generation I
Lives about one yard underground where it feeds on plant roots. It sometimes appears above ground.
It prefers dark places. It spends most of its time underground, though it may pop up in caves.
Generation II
Its skin is very thin. If it is exposed to light, its blood heats up, causing it to grow weak.
If a DIGLETT DIGS through a field, it leaves the soil perfectly tilled and ideal for planting crops.
It digs under ground and chews on tree roots, sticking its head out only when the sun isn't bright.
Generation III
DIGLETT are raised in most farms. The reason is simple - wherever this POKéMON burrows, the soil is left perfectly tilled for planting crops. This soil is made ideal for growing delicious vegetables.
DIGLETT are raised in most farms. The reason is simple--wherever they burrow, the soil is left perfectly tilled for growing delicious crops.
It burrows through the ground at a shallow depth. It leaves raised earth in its wake, making it easy to spot.
Lives about one yard underground where it feeds on plant roots. It sometimes appears aboveground.
Generation IV
A Pokémon that lives underground. Because of its dark habitat, it is repelled by bright sunlight.
Its skin is very thin. If it is exposed to light, its blood heats up, causing it to grow weak.
If a DIGLETT digs through a field, it leaves the soil perfectly tilled and ideal for planting crops.
Generation V
A Pokémon that lives underground. Because of its dark habitat, it is repelled by bright sunlight.
A Pokémon that lives underground. Because of its dark habitat, it is repelled by bright sunlight.
Generation VI
Lives about one yard underground where it feeds on plant roots. It sometimes appears aboveground.
Its skin is very thin. If it is exposed to light, its blood heats up, causing it to grow weak.
Diglett are raised in most farms. The reason is simple— wherever this Pokémon burrows, the soil is left perfectly tilled for planting crops. This soil is made ideal for growing delicious vegetables.
Generation VII
It chews on plant roots underground. Farmers whose vegetables are vulnerable find it can be quite a pest.
It travels through tunnels that it digs underground. It hates sunlight, so it comes out only after the sun goes down.
Many farmers cherish and nurture Diglett because its droppings enrich the soil it lives in.
Around their crops, farmers plant the kind of tree that Diglett like to eat as a way of getting Diglett to plow the fields for them.
It prefers dark places. It spends most of its time underground, though it may pop up in caves.
Generation VIII
If a Diglett digs through a field, it leaves the soil perfectly tilled and ideal for planting crops.
It burrows through the ground at a shallow depth. It leaves raised earth in its wake, making it easy to spot.
Diglett-alola Name Origin & Design Inspiration
Alolan Diglett's design philosophy centers on adapting the iconic original Diglett to Alola's volcanic and mineral-rich ecosystem, resulting in a Pokémon that visually and thematically reflects its Steel-type addition. The name 'Diglett' derives from the combination of 'dig' and 'lett,' indicating its role as a small, digging creature, while the 'Alolan' prefix designates its regional variant status. The Japanese name, ディグダ (Digda), remains consistent across all forms, maintaining the original nomenclature while the regional designation provides differentiation. Visually, Alolan Diglett distinguishes itself through metallic coloration and texture modifications that suggest steel infusions throughout its body, reflecting the mineral compositions found in Alola's underground formations. The design team incorporated the Steel-type characteristics subtly, avoiding extreme visual departure from the beloved original while clearly communicating the evolutionary pressures and environmental adaptations that produced this variant. The round, pink nose—a signature feature of the Diglett line—persists unchanged, serving as a recognizable connection to the original design while the overall aesthetic shift emphasizes the Pokémon's role as a creature shaped by Alola's unique geological and climatic conditions.
Learnable Moves
Diglett-alola can learn 78 moves:
Move | Type | Cat. | Power | Acc. | PP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| aerial ace | flying | Physical | 60 | — | 20 |
| agility | psychic | Status | — | — | 30 |
| ally switch | psychic | Status | — | — | 15 |
| ancient power | rock | Special | 60 | 100 | 5 |
| assurance | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 10 |
| astonish | ghost | Physical | 30 | 100 | 15 |
| attract | normal | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| beat up | dark | Physical | — | 100 | 10 |
| body slam | normal | Physical | 85 | 100 | 15 |
| bulldoze | ground | Physical | 60 | 100 | 20 |
| charm | fairy | Status | — | 100 | 20 |
| confide | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| dig | ground | Physical | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| double team | normal | Status | — | — | 15 |
| earth power | ground | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| earthquake | ground | Physical | 100 | 100 | 10 |
| echoed voice | normal | Special | 40 | 100 | 15 |
| endure | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| facade | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| feint attack | dark | Physical | 60 | — | 20 |
| final gambit | fighting | Special | — | 100 | 5 |
| fissure | ground | Physical | — | 30 | 5 |
| flash cannon | steel | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| foul play | dark | Physical | 95 | 100 | 15 |
| frustration | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| fury swipes | normal | Physical | 18 | 80 | 15 |
| growl | normal | Status | — | 100 | 40 |
| headbutt | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| helping hand | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| hidden power | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| hone claws | dark | Status | — | — | 15 |
| iron defense | steel | Status | — | — | 15 |
| iron head | steel | Physical | 80 | 100 | 15 |
| magnitude | ground | Physical | — | 100 | 30 |
| memento | dark | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| metal claw | steel | Physical | 50 | 95 | 35 |
| metal sound | steel | Status | — | 85 | 40 |
| mud bomb | ground | Special | 65 | 85 | 10 |
| mud shot | ground | Special | 55 | 95 | 15 |
| mud slap | ground | Special | 20 | 100 | 10 |
| protect | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| pursuit | dark | Physical | 40 | 100 | 20 |
| rest | psychic | Status | — | — | 5 |
| return | normal | Physical | — | 100 | 20 |
| reversal | fighting | Physical | — | 100 | 15 |
| rock blast | rock | Physical | 25 | 90 | 10 |
| rock slide | rock | Physical | 75 | 90 | 10 |
| rock tomb | rock | Physical | 60 | 95 | 15 |
| round | normal | Special | 60 | 100 | 15 |
| sand attack | ground | Status | — | 100 | 15 |
| sand tomb | ground | Physical | 35 | 85 | 15 |
| sandstorm | rock | Status | — | — | 10 |
| scary face | normal | Status | — | 100 | 10 |
| scorching sands | ground | Special | 70 | 100 | 10 |
| scratch | normal | Physical | 40 | 100 | 35 |
| screech | normal | Status | — | 85 | 40 |
| shadow claw | ghost | Physical | 70 | 100 | 15 |
| slash | normal | Physical | 70 | 100 | 20 |
| sleep talk | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sludge bomb | poison | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| smack down | rock | Physical | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| snore | normal | Special | 50 | 100 | 15 |
| stealth rock | rock | Status | — | — | 20 |
| steel beam | steel | Special | 140 | 95 | 5 |
| stomping tantrum | ground | Physical | 75 | 100 | 10 |
| stone edge | rock | Physical | 100 | 80 | 5 |
| substitute | normal | Status | — | — | 10 |
| sucker punch | dark | Physical | 70 | 100 | 5 |
| sunny day | fire | Status | — | — | 5 |
| swagger | normal | Status | — | 85 | 15 |
| swords dance | normal | Status | — | — | 20 |
| take down | normal | Physical | 90 | 85 | 20 |
| tera blast | normal | Special | 80 | 100 | 10 |
| thief | dark | Physical | 60 | 100 | 25 |
| thrash | normal | Physical | 120 | 100 | 10 |
| toxic | poison | Status | — | 90 | 10 |
| uproar | normal | Special | 90 | 100 | 10 |
| work up | normal | Status | — | — | 30 |
Diglett-alola Competitive Battle Guide
In competitive Pokémon battling, Alolan Diglett occupies a specialized niche as a utility-focused physical attacker with exceptional Speed. Its base Speed of 90 positions it favorably in the metagame, allowing it to outpace numerous common threats without requiring Speed-boosting items or abilities, though this represents a slight 5-point decrease from its standard form's Speed stat. The addition of Steel-type coverage grants Alolan Diglett access to STAB moves unavailable to regular Diglett, alongside substantial defensive advantages; Steel typing provides resistances to Normal, Flying, Rock, Bug, Steel, Grass, Psychic, Ice, Dragon, and Fairy-type attacks, with a valuable quarter-resistance to Fairy attacks. With modest base Attack of 55, Alolan Diglett relies on movepool depth and ability synergy rather than raw power output. The hidden ability Sand Force increases the power of Ground, Rock, and Steel moves to 1.3 times during sandstorms, enabling synergy with sandstorm-based team strategies. Tangling Hair provides an alternative utility option, reducing opponent Speed on contact, which supports a supportive team role. Competitive players typically employ Alolan Diglett in sandstorm teams or as a lead Pokémon designed to disrupt opponent offense through Speed reduction, rather than as a primary sweeper or wallbreaker.
Commonly Asked Questions About Diglett-alola
What type is Diglett-alola?
Diglett-alola is a ground and steel type Pokemon.
What does Diglett-alola evolve into?
Diglett-alola does not evolve into any other Pokemon. It is the final form in its evolution line.
What are Diglett-alola's weaknesses?
Diglett-alola is weak to water, fighting, ground and fire type moves.
Where can I find Diglett-alola?
Diglett-alola can be found in digletts tunnel (alola), ten carat hill (alola) and alola route 7 (alola) and 5 other locations.
Diglett-alola Cultural Impact & Franchise History
Alolan Diglett has secured a significant position within Pokémon fan communities as a beloved regional variant that successfully reimagined a classic Pokémon for modern audiences. The introduction of Alolan forms in Generation VII represented a revolutionary design philosophy, and Alolan Diglett became a flagship example of how regional variants could meaningfully alter traditional Pokémon through type changes and ability adjustments. Its distinctive appearance has inspired considerable fan artwork and community discussion regarding regional adaptation and ecosystem-specific evolution, themes that resonate deeply with trainers invested in Pokémon worldbuilding. The Pokémon's role in Alola's cultural and agricultural context, mirroring its canonical importance as a farming tool, has been explored extensively in animated media and gaming narratives, establishing it as more than merely a competitive option. Social media communities frequently celebrate Alolan Diglett's unique design philosophy, with appreciation expressed for how the Steel-type addition addresses the original Diglett's competitive limitations while maintaining thematic consistency with its burrowing nature. The species has become emblematic of the Alola region itself, representing the region's volcanic character and mineral-rich geology through its visual design and type composition.
Where to Find Diglett-alola in Every Pokémon Game
Alolan Diglett remains exclusively available in Pokémon games that feature the Alola region or include Alolan form variants. The species was first introduced in Pokémon Sun and Moon, where it appears throughout the Alola region's various caves and underground passages, assigned Pokédex number 0071 in the Alolan Pokédex. Subsequent games featuring Alolan forms—including Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon (where it receives Pokédex number 0085), Pokémon Sword and Shield's Isle of Armor DLC, and Pokémon Legends: Arceus—continue to provide access to this regional variant. Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu and Let's Go Eevee do not include Alolan Diglett, restricting availability to mainline games beginning with Generation VII. The Indigo Disk DLC for Pokémon Scarlet and Violet includes Alolan Diglett, assigning it Pokédex number 0066 within that expanded regional Pokédex. With a catch rate of 255, Alolan Diglett represents the easiest Pokémon to capture in the wild, requiring minimal effort to secure specimens with desired natures or stats. Players seeking to obtain Alolan Diglett outside Alola-featuring games may utilize Pokémon Home or trading mechanisms to transfer specimens from compatible titles, ensuring this regional variant remains accessible to dedicated collectors across multiple game generations.