The details of the Pokémon Great Encounters Houndoom trading card, featuring Ken Sugimori art and unique gameplay mechanics for collectors.
Houndoom
2008 • Pokémon • Great Encounters
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Description
Houndoom, cataloged as card number 18 in the 2008 Great Encounters expansion, remains a notable entry for Pokémon TCG enthusiasts. As a Stage 1 Darkness-type Pokémon with 90 HP, it evolves from Houndour and offers distinct strategic options for players. The card features attacks like Darkness Dark Fang and FireColorless Black Fire, allowing collectors to appreciate its tactical depth alongside its visual design. For investors and hobbyists, this release represents a specific era of the TCG's evolution, valued for its clean design and functional abilities. Collectors often seek this card to complete set runs or to build themed decks centered around Darkness-type strategies. Its status as a Rare card in the Great Encounters series makes it a staple for those tracking the brand's history. Whether you are a long-time fan or a new investor, understanding the context of releases like this helps in making informed decisions within the collectibles market.
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Card Details
The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.
Catalog Profile
The core identity of the card within the set.
Featured Subject
The subject, team, league, and sport context tied to this card.
Featured
Houndoom
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.
Rare
Ken Sugimori
Card Stock
English
90
Darkness
Stage 1
Houndour
Water +20
Psychic -20
1
229
Card Text
Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.
Attack: Dark Fang (20)
Choose 1 card from your opponent's hand without looking and discard it.
Attack: Black Fire (40+)
You may discard a Fire or Darkness Energy attached to Houndoom. If you discard a Fire Energy, the Defending Pokémon is now Burned. If you discard a Darkness Energy, this attack does 40 damage plus 30 more damage.
Long ago, people imagined its eerie howls to be the call of the grim reaper.