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Excadrill

#530 in the Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Pokédex • Subterrene Pokémon

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.

Pokédexes

-

Egg Group

Field

Steps to Hatch

5,120

Effort Values Yielded

2 Atk

Gender Ratio

50% male / 50% female

Capture Rate

60

Base Experience

178
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Drilbur

Drilbur

#529

Level 31

Excadrill

Excadrill

#530

Alpha Sapphire

LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Mirage Cave

Mirage Cave (North of Route 132)

Walking in tall grass or a cave36-3830%

-

Mirage Cave

Mirage Cave (North of Fortree)

Walking in tall grass or a cave36-3830%

-

Omega Ruby

LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Mirage Cave

Mirage Cave (North of Route 132)

Walking in tall grass or a cave36-3830%

-

Mirage Cave

Mirage Cave (North of Fortree)

Walking in tall grass or a cave36-3830%

-

Drilbur

Audino

Excadrill normal sprite

Normal

Shiny Excadrill sprite

Shiny

Excadrill

Subterrene Pokémon

#530
GroundSteel

Height

0.7 m

Weight

40.4 kg

Base XP

178

Abilities

Sand RushSand ForceMold Breaker

HP

110

Attack

135

Defense

60

Sp. Atk

50

Sp. Def

65

Speed

88

Total

508

Type Chart

Weaknesses

Takes 2× from

FireWaterFightingGround

Resistances

Takes 0× from

ElectricPoison

Takes 0.25× from

Rock

Takes 0.5× from

NormalFlyingPsychicBugDragonSteelFairy
Class
Description
StartScratchNormalPhysical4010035

Hard, pointed, sharp claws rake the target to inflict damage.

StartMud-SlapGroundSpecial2010010

The user hurls mud in the target’s face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.

StartRapid SpinNormalPhysical2010040

A spin attack that can also eliminate such moves as Bind, Wrap, Leech Seed, and Spikes.

StartMud SportGroundStatus--15

The user covers itself with mud. This weakens Electric-type moves for five turns.

StartRototillerGroundStatus--10

Tilling the soil, the user makes it easier for plants to grow. This raises the Attack and Sp. Atk stats of Grass-type Pokémon.

5Rapid SpinNormalPhysical2010040

A spin attack that can also eliminate such moves as Bind, Wrap, Leech Seed, and Spikes.

8Mud-SlapGroundSpecial2010010

The user hurls mud in the target’s face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.

12Fury SwipesNormalPhysical188015

The target is raked with sharp claws or scythes quickly two to five times in a row.

15Metal ClawSteelPhysical509535

The target is raked with steel claws. This may also raise the user’s Attack stat.

19DigGroundPhysical8010010

The user burrows, then attacks on the next turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons.

22Hone ClawsDarkStatus--15

The user sharpens its claws to boost its Attack stat and accuracy.

26SlashNormalPhysical7010020

The target is attacked with a slash of claws or blades. Critical hits land more easily.

29Rock SlideRockPhysical759010

Large boulders are hurled at the opposing Pokémon to inflict damage. This may also make the opposing Pokémon flinch.

31Horn DrillNormalPhysical-305

The user stabs the target with a horn that rotates like a drill. The target faints instantly if this attack hits.

36EarthquakeGroundPhysical10010010

The user sets off an earthquake that strikes every Pokémon around it.

42Swords DanceNormalStatus--20

A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit. This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.

49SandstormRockStatus--10

A five-turn sandstorm is summoned to hurt all combatants except the Rock, Ground, and Steel types.

55Drill RunGroundPhysical809510

The user crashes into its target while rotating its body like a drill. Critical hits land more easily.

62FissureGroundPhysical-305

The user opens up a fissure in the ground and drops the target in. The target faints instantly if this attack hits.

Class
Description
HM01CutNormalPhysical509530

The target is cut with a scythe or claw. This can also be used to cut down thin trees.

HM04StrengthNormalPhysical8010015

The target is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. This can also be used to move heavy boulders.

HM06Rock SmashFightingPhysical4010015

The user attacks with a punch. This may also lower the target’s Defense stat. This move can also shatter rocks in the field.

TM01Hone ClawsDarkStatus--15

The user sharpens its claws to boost its Attack stat and accuracy.

TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-9010

A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.

TM10Hidden PowerNormalSpecial6010015

A unique attack that varies in type depending on the Pokémon using it.

TM15Hyper BeamNormalSpecial150905

The target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user can’t move on the next turn.

TM17ProtectNormalStatus--10

Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

TM21FrustrationNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.

TM26EarthquakeGroundPhysical10010010

The user sets off an earthquake that strikes every Pokémon around it.

TM27ReturnNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer.

TM28DigGroundPhysical8010010

The user burrows, then attacks on the next turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons.

TM31Brick BreakFightingPhysical7510015

The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break barriers, such as Light Screen and Reflect.

TM32Double TeamNormalStatus--15

By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.

TM36Sludge BombPoisonSpecial9010010

Unsanitary sludge is hurled at the target. This may also poison the target.

TM37SandstormRockStatus--10

A five-turn sandstorm is summoned to hurt all combatants except the Rock, Ground, and Steel types.

TM39Rock TombRockPhysical609515

Boulders are hurled at the target. This also lowers the target’s Speed stat by preventing its movement.

TM40Aerial AceFlyingPhysical60-20

The user confounds the target with speed, then slashes. This attack never misses.

TM42FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or has paralysis.

TM44RestPsychicStatus--5

The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status conditions.

TM45AttractNormalStatus-10015

If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.

TM48RoundNormalSpecial6010015

The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round and make the attack do greater damage.

TM52Focus BlastFightingSpecial120705

The user heightens its mental focus and unleashes its power. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

TM56FlingDarkPhysical-10010

The user flings its held item at the target to attack. This move’s power and effects depend on the item.

TM65Shadow ClawGhostPhysical7010015

The user slashes with a sharp claw made from shadows. Critical hits land more easily.

TM68Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150905

The user charges at the target using every bit of its power. The user can’t move on the next turn.

TM75Swords DanceNormalStatus--20

A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit. This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.

TM78BulldozeGroundPhysical6010020

The user strikes everything around it by stomping down on the ground. This lowers the Speed stat of those hit.

TM80Rock SlideRockPhysical759010

Large boulders are hurled at the opposing Pokémon to inflict damage. This may also make the opposing Pokémon flinch.

TM81X-ScissorBugPhysical8010015

The user slashes at the target by crossing its scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors.

TM84Poison JabPoisonPhysical8010020

The target is stabbed with a tentacle or arm steeped in poison. This may also poison the target.

TM87SwaggerNormalStatus-9015

The user enrages and confuses the target. However, this also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.

TM88Sleep TalkNormalStatus--10

While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows.

TM90SubstituteNormalStatus--10

The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user’s decoy.

TM94Secret PowerNormalPhysical7010020

An attack whose additional effects depend upon where it was used. Can also be used to make a Secret Base.

TM100ConfideNormalStatus--20

The user tells the target a secret, and the target loses its ability to concentrate. This lowers the target’s Sp. Atk stat.

Class
Description
Drill RunGroundPhysical809510

The user crashes into its target while rotating its body like a drill. Critical hits land more easily.

Earth PowerGroundSpecial9010010

The user makes the ground under the target erupt with power. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

Iron DefenseSteelStatus--15

The user hardens its body’s surface like iron, sharply raising its Defense stat.

Iron HeadSteelPhysical8010015

The user slams the target with its steel-hard head. This may also make the target flinch.

Magnet RiseElectricStatus--10

The user levitates using electrically generated magnetism for five turns.

SnoreNormalSpecial5010015

An attack that can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the target flinch.

Stealth RockRockStatus--20

The user lays a trap of levitating stones around the opposing team. The trap hurts opposing Pokémon that switch into battle.

Sand Rush

Ability Slot 1

Boosts the Pokémon’s Speed stat in a sandstorm.

Doubles Speed during a sandstorm. Protects against sandstorm damage.

Sand Force

Ability Slot 2

Boosts certain moves’ power in a sandstorm.

Strengthens Rock, Ground, and Steel moves to 1.3× their power during a sandstorm. Protects against sandstorm damage.

Mold Breaker

Hidden Ability

Moves can be used on the target regardless of its Abilities.

Bypasses targets' abilities if they could hinder or prevent a move.

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OR/AS / Pokédex

Excadrill

Excadrill

#530 in the Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire Pokédex • Subterrene Pokémon

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.

Pokédexes

-

Egg Group

Field

Steps to Hatch

5,120

Effort Values Yielded

2 Atk

Gender Ratio

50% male / 50% female

Capture Rate

60

Base Experience

178
PokémonRequiresEvolution
Drilbur

Drilbur

#529

Level 31

Excadrill

Excadrill

#530

Alpha Sapphire

LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Mirage Cave

Mirage Cave (North of Route 132)

Walking in tall grass or a cave36-3830%

-

Mirage Cave

Mirage Cave (North of Fortree)

Walking in tall grass or a cave36-3830%

-

Omega Ruby

LocationMethodLevelChanceConditions

Mirage Cave

Mirage Cave (North of Route 132)

Walking in tall grass or a cave36-3830%

-

Mirage Cave

Mirage Cave (North of Fortree)

Walking in tall grass or a cave36-3830%

-

Drilbur

Audino

Excadrill normal sprite

Normal

Shiny Excadrill sprite

Shiny

Excadrill

Subterrene Pokémon

#530
GroundSteel

Height

0.7 m

Weight

40.4 kg

Base XP

178

Abilities

Sand RushSand ForceMold Breaker

HP

110

Attack

135

Defense

60

Sp. Atk

50

Sp. Def

65

Speed

88

Total

508

Type Chart

Weaknesses

Takes 2× from

FireWaterFightingGround

Resistances

Takes 0× from

ElectricPoison

Takes 0.25× from

Rock

Takes 0.5× from

NormalFlyingPsychicBugDragonSteelFairy
Class
Description
StartScratchNormalPhysical4010035

Hard, pointed, sharp claws rake the target to inflict damage.

StartMud-SlapGroundSpecial2010010

The user hurls mud in the target’s face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.

StartRapid SpinNormalPhysical2010040

A spin attack that can also eliminate such moves as Bind, Wrap, Leech Seed, and Spikes.

StartMud SportGroundStatus--15

The user covers itself with mud. This weakens Electric-type moves for five turns.

StartRototillerGroundStatus--10

Tilling the soil, the user makes it easier for plants to grow. This raises the Attack and Sp. Atk stats of Grass-type Pokémon.

5Rapid SpinNormalPhysical2010040

A spin attack that can also eliminate such moves as Bind, Wrap, Leech Seed, and Spikes.

8Mud-SlapGroundSpecial2010010

The user hurls mud in the target’s face to inflict damage and lower its accuracy.

12Fury SwipesNormalPhysical188015

The target is raked with sharp claws or scythes quickly two to five times in a row.

15Metal ClawSteelPhysical509535

The target is raked with steel claws. This may also raise the user’s Attack stat.

19DigGroundPhysical8010010

The user burrows, then attacks on the next turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons.

22Hone ClawsDarkStatus--15

The user sharpens its claws to boost its Attack stat and accuracy.

26SlashNormalPhysical7010020

The target is attacked with a slash of claws or blades. Critical hits land more easily.

29Rock SlideRockPhysical759010

Large boulders are hurled at the opposing Pokémon to inflict damage. This may also make the opposing Pokémon flinch.

31Horn DrillNormalPhysical-305

The user stabs the target with a horn that rotates like a drill. The target faints instantly if this attack hits.

36EarthquakeGroundPhysical10010010

The user sets off an earthquake that strikes every Pokémon around it.

42Swords DanceNormalStatus--20

A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit. This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.

49SandstormRockStatus--10

A five-turn sandstorm is summoned to hurt all combatants except the Rock, Ground, and Steel types.

55Drill RunGroundPhysical809510

The user crashes into its target while rotating its body like a drill. Critical hits land more easily.

62FissureGroundPhysical-305

The user opens up a fissure in the ground and drops the target in. The target faints instantly if this attack hits.

Class
Description
HM01CutNormalPhysical509530

The target is cut with a scythe or claw. This can also be used to cut down thin trees.

HM04StrengthNormalPhysical8010015

The target is slugged with a punch thrown at maximum power. This can also be used to move heavy boulders.

HM06Rock SmashFightingPhysical4010015

The user attacks with a punch. This may also lower the target’s Defense stat. This move can also shatter rocks in the field.

TM01Hone ClawsDarkStatus--15

The user sharpens its claws to boost its Attack stat and accuracy.

TM06ToxicPoisonStatus-9010

A move that leaves the target badly poisoned. Its poison damage worsens every turn.

TM10Hidden PowerNormalSpecial6010015

A unique attack that varies in type depending on the Pokémon using it.

TM15Hyper BeamNormalSpecial150905

The target is attacked with a powerful beam. The user can’t move on the next turn.

TM17ProtectNormalStatus--10

Enables the user to evade all attacks. Its chance of failing rises if it is used in succession.

TM21FrustrationNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the less the user likes its Trainer.

TM26EarthquakeGroundPhysical10010010

The user sets off an earthquake that strikes every Pokémon around it.

TM27ReturnNormalPhysical-10020

A full-power attack that grows more powerful the more the user likes its Trainer.

TM28DigGroundPhysical8010010

The user burrows, then attacks on the next turn. It can also be used to exit dungeons.

TM31Brick BreakFightingPhysical7510015

The user attacks with a swift chop. It can also break barriers, such as Light Screen and Reflect.

TM32Double TeamNormalStatus--15

By moving rapidly, the user makes illusory copies of itself to raise its evasiveness.

TM36Sludge BombPoisonSpecial9010010

Unsanitary sludge is hurled at the target. This may also poison the target.

TM37SandstormRockStatus--10

A five-turn sandstorm is summoned to hurt all combatants except the Rock, Ground, and Steel types.

TM39Rock TombRockPhysical609515

Boulders are hurled at the target. This also lowers the target’s Speed stat by preventing its movement.

TM40Aerial AceFlyingPhysical60-20

The user confounds the target with speed, then slashes. This attack never misses.

TM42FacadeNormalPhysical7010020

An attack move that doubles its power if the user is poisoned, burned, or has paralysis.

TM44RestPsychicStatus--5

The user goes to sleep for two turns. This fully restores the user’s HP and heals any status conditions.

TM45AttractNormalStatus-10015

If it is the opposite gender of the user, the target becomes infatuated and less likely to attack.

TM48RoundNormalSpecial6010015

The user attacks the target with a song. Others can join in the Round and make the attack do greater damage.

TM52Focus BlastFightingSpecial120705

The user heightens its mental focus and unleashes its power. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

TM56FlingDarkPhysical-10010

The user flings its held item at the target to attack. This move’s power and effects depend on the item.

TM65Shadow ClawGhostPhysical7010015

The user slashes with a sharp claw made from shadows. Critical hits land more easily.

TM68Giga ImpactNormalPhysical150905

The user charges at the target using every bit of its power. The user can’t move on the next turn.

TM75Swords DanceNormalStatus--20

A frenetic dance to uplift the fighting spirit. This sharply raises the user’s Attack stat.

TM78BulldozeGroundPhysical6010020

The user strikes everything around it by stomping down on the ground. This lowers the Speed stat of those hit.

TM80Rock SlideRockPhysical759010

Large boulders are hurled at the opposing Pokémon to inflict damage. This may also make the opposing Pokémon flinch.

TM81X-ScissorBugPhysical8010015

The user slashes at the target by crossing its scythes or claws as if they were a pair of scissors.

TM84Poison JabPoisonPhysical8010020

The target is stabbed with a tentacle or arm steeped in poison. This may also poison the target.

TM87SwaggerNormalStatus-9015

The user enrages and confuses the target. However, this also sharply raises the target’s Attack stat.

TM88Sleep TalkNormalStatus--10

While it is asleep, the user randomly uses one of the moves it knows.

TM90SubstituteNormalStatus--10

The user makes a copy of itself using some of its HP. The copy serves as the user’s decoy.

TM94Secret PowerNormalPhysical7010020

An attack whose additional effects depend upon where it was used. Can also be used to make a Secret Base.

TM100ConfideNormalStatus--20

The user tells the target a secret, and the target loses its ability to concentrate. This lowers the target’s Sp. Atk stat.

Class
Description
Drill RunGroundPhysical809510

The user crashes into its target while rotating its body like a drill. Critical hits land more easily.

Earth PowerGroundSpecial9010010

The user makes the ground under the target erupt with power. This may also lower the target’s Sp. Def.

Iron DefenseSteelStatus--15

The user hardens its body’s surface like iron, sharply raising its Defense stat.

Iron HeadSteelPhysical8010015

The user slams the target with its steel-hard head. This may also make the target flinch.

Magnet RiseElectricStatus--10

The user levitates using electrically generated magnetism for five turns.

SnoreNormalSpecial5010015

An attack that can be used only if the user is asleep. The harsh noise may also make the target flinch.

Stealth RockRockStatus--20

The user lays a trap of levitating stones around the opposing team. The trap hurts opposing Pokémon that switch into battle.

Sand Rush

Ability Slot 1

Boosts the Pokémon’s Speed stat in a sandstorm.

Doubles Speed during a sandstorm. Protects against sandstorm damage.

Sand Force

Ability Slot 2

Boosts certain moves’ power in a sandstorm.

Strengthens Rock, Ground, and Steel moves to 1.3× their power during a sandstorm. Protects against sandstorm damage.

Mold Breaker

Hidden Ability

Moves can be used on the target regardless of its Abilities.

Bypasses targets' abilities if they could hinder or prevent a move.

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