Excadrill – Black Bolt (#46)

Excadrill Pokémon card — Black Bolt #46, Double Rare
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Excadrill (#46) is a Double Rare card from Scarlet & Violet - Black Bolt released in 2025. It showcases artwork by N-DESIGN Inc. and the Piercing Drill attack (60 damage), This attack also does 60 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon that has any damage counters on it. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.42, Cardmarket average sale is €0.39, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.42
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.28
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.28 (CM) $0.42 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Black Bolt
Card Number
46
Rarity
✨ Double Rare
Illustrator
🎨 N-DESIGN Inc.
HP
270
Type
✊ Fighting
Regulation Mark
Regulation I ✓ Legal in Standard
Weaknesses
Grass ×2
Retreat Cost
3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)

Attacks & Strategy

  • Piercing Drill [Fighting, Fighting] — 60
    This attack also does 60 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon that has any damage counters on it. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
  • Rock Tumble [Fighting, Fighting, Fighting] — 200
    This attack's damage isn't affected by Resistance.
    💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (66.7 per energy).

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Excadrill from Black Bolt (Double Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2025, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator N-DESIGN Inc..

Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.

Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.

⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability

This Excadrill 46 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark I, indicating its current competitive viability.

Key Attack: Excadrill's Piercing Drill deals 60 damage for Fighting + Fighting energy. Special effect: This attack also does 60 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon that has any damage counters...

Stats Overview: 270 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Grass ×2

Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.

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�📦 Black Bolt Set Context

This Excadrill is part of the Black Bolt expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2025.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by N-DESIGN Inc., whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Excadrill card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x

Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk

💡 Should You Grade This Card?

  • Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
  • Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
  • Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
  • Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service

Collector Notes

  • Double Rare cards from Black Bolt are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by N-DESIGN Inc. resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Excadrill 46 was released in 2025 in the Black Bolt expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by N-DESIGN Inc.. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Black Bolt is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.

Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Excadrill with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Excadrill card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Fighting energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Excadrill works best in Fighting type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.

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