excadrill

Excadrill is a Ground/Steel-type Pokémon introduced in Generation V.

Type: Ground / Steel

Abilities:

• Sand Rush: Doubles the Pokémon's Speed stat in a sandstorm.
• Sand Force: Boosts the power of Rock, Ground, and Steel-type moves by 30% during a sandstorm.
• Mold Breaker (Hidden Ability): Allows moves to be used regardless of the opponent's abilities.

Physical Characteristics:

• Excadrill is a medium-sized, bipedal Pokémon resembling a mole.
• It has a dark brown body with a grey, steel-like chest and face.
• Prominent features include its long, pointed steel claws and a large drill-like horn on its forehead.
• Its eyes are red, and it has a short, stubby tail.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Known to live primarily underground, Excadrill creates intricate tunnel systems.
• It is commonly found in caves and mountainous regions.
• Excadrill is highly territorial and uses its drilling abilities to defend its habitat.
• It forms strong partnerships with other Pokémon and trainers, especially those who can harness its digging and tunneling skills.

In Battle:

• Known for its high attack power and speed, especially in sandstorms.
• Signature moves include Earthquake, Drill Run, and Iron Head.
• Excadrill excels in taking down Fire, Electric, Rock, and Fairy-type Pokémon due to its dual typing.
• It is particularly vulnerable to Water, Fighting, and Ground-type moves.

Evolution:

• Excadrill evolves from Drilbur starting at level 31.

Interesting Facts:

• Excadrill is known as the "Subterrene Pokémon" due to its adept digging capabilities.
• In competitive play, it is highly valued for its synergy with sandstorm teams.
• Its design is inspired by drills and moles, combining elements of industrial machinery with natural burrowing creatures.
• Excadrill has appeared in various Pokémon media, including the anime, where it is showcased for its formidable battle prowess and loyalty.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Black: It can help in tunnel construction. Its drill has evolved into steel strong enough to bore through iron plates.
• White: More than 300 feet below the surface, they build mazelike nests. Their activity can be destructive to subway tunnels.
• Black-2: Forming a drill with its steel claws and head, it can bore through a steel plate, no matter how thick it is.
• White-2: Forming a drill with its steel claws and head, it can bore through a steel plate, no matter how thick it is.
• X: It can help in tunnel construction. Its drill has evolved into steel strong enough to bore through iron plates.
• Y: More than 300 feet below the surface, they build mazelike nests. Their activity can be destructive to subway tunnels.
• Omega-Ruby: It can help in tunnel construction. Its drill has evolved into steel strong enough to bore through iron plates.
• Alpha-Sapphire: More than 300 feet below the surface, they build mazelike nests. Their activity can be destructive to subway tunnels.
• Sword: It’s not uncommon for tunnels that appear to have formed naturally to actually be a result of Excadrill’s rampant digging.
• Shield: Known as the Drill King, this Pokémon can tunnel through the terrain at speeds of over 90 mph.