Excadrill (Primal Clash 97) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Excadrill from the Primal Clash set is a Rare Holo card numbered 97. It boasts a solid 110 HP and features the dynamic attack Mach Claw. This card offers a striking addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Evolves from: Drilbur
• Type: Metal
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Fire (×2)
• Resistance: Psychic (-20)
• Attacks:
• Dredge: Search your deck for 2 Energy cards and attach them to this Pokémon. Shuffle your deck afterward.
• Mach Claw: Deals 50 damage; damage isn’t affected by Resistance.
• Flavor Text: “More than 300 feet below the surface, they build mazelike nests. Their activity can be destructive to subway tunnels.”

Key Printings

This Excadrill card is from the Primal Clash set (set code xy5), numbered 97. It is a Rare Holo variant, featuring detailed artwork by PLANETA. The card’s Metal typing and solid HP make it a visually and functionally appealing collectible.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are listed for this card. Key identifiers include the set code xy5 and card number 97. The card is a Stage 1 Pokémon evolving from Drilbur, with the subtype Stage 1 and Metal type.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No additional tournament or play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the Rare Holo finish and vibrant artwork by PLANETA, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Primal Clash (xy5): This set includes Excadrill as a Rare Holo card, emphasizing Metal-type Pokémon with strong digging and energy-attachment abilities. The set is known for its dynamic artwork and strategic gameplay elements, though specific release date details for this card are unknown.