Excadrill (sm12-115) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Excadrill from the Cosmic Eclipse set is a Rare Holo card numbered 115. This sturdy Pokémon boasts 140 HP and features the powerful Drill Bazooka attack. Its striking design and solid stats make it a notable addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Drilbur)
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Resistances: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Flavor Text: It can help in tunnel construction. Its drill has evolved into steel strong enough to bore through iron plates.

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Sun & Moon series’ Cosmic Eclipse set (sm12) as card number 115. It is a Rare Holo variant prized by collectors who favor holofoil aesthetics.

Variants & Identifiers

No known print variants. Identified by set code “sm12” and card number 115. Illustrated by SATOSHI NAKAI, depicting Excadrill’s fierce, industrious character. The Fighting type and Stage 1 subtype are key identifiers.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• No official tournament legality or ban status is provided.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the Rare Holo finish, store in a protective sleeve and keep away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending and surface scratches. Minimize handling to keep the holographic surface pristine.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Cosmic Eclipse (sm12): Features Excadrill as a powerful Fighting-type Stage 1 Pokémon with two strong attacks—Eleventh Hour Tackle, which gains extra damage when your deck is low, and Drill Bazooka, which deals significant damage at the cost of discarding cards. The card’s artwork and flavor text emphasize Excadrill’s role in construction and its evolved drill strength.