Two years into the Dynamax era, the roster of top-tier Pokemon remains surprisingly small. While many Dynamax/Gigantamax Pokemon have come and gone as event fodder, a select few have proven themselves to be something more. Among them, Dynamax Excadrill quietly stands out as the single best Ground damage dealer in Max content, and a formidable defensive option in the right match-ups. What makes this particularly fascinating is that, despite not having a Legendary tag or a Gigantamax form, Excadrill has maintained its top-tier status for over 500 days. In my opinion, this is a testament to its versatility and effectiveness in battle. From my perspective, what many people don't realize is that Excadrill's dual typing (Ground/Steel) and its two 0.5-second Fast Attacks (Mud Shot and Metal Claw) make it a formidable tank as well as a damage dealer. One thing that immediately stands out is that, while Excadrill may not be the most popular or well-known Pokemon, its performance in the current meta is truly impressive. Looking ahead, there are only four Pokemon with the Attack stat high enough to potentially surpass Excadrill as a Max attacker once they are released, with three of them being legendaries. This means that the dethroning of Excadrill as the #1 attacker is coming eventually, but not any time soon. In the meantime, Excadrill remains a reliable and effective choice for trainers, particularly those who are new to the Dynamax era. If you don't have one yet, or haven't invested in one properly, the recommendation is clear: farm Drilbur and prioritize one with the highest ATK value that you can get your hands on. In conclusion, Dynamax Excadrill is a rare and commendable Pokemon that has retained genuine top-tier relevance across 500+ days of a constantly evolving game mode. It is a versatile and effective choice for trainers, and a must-have for those looking to build a strong Dynamax team.
