What set does Houndoom card #18 belong to?

This card is part of the Great Encounters expansion, released in 2008. It carries the set code GE and is designated as card number 18 within that specific catalog.

What are the gameplay stats for this Houndoom card?

This Stage 1 Darkness-type Pokémon has 90 HP and a retreat cost of 1. It features attacks including Darkness Dark Fang and FireColorless Black Fire, allowing for strategic energy discarding.

Who is the artist for this Pokémon card?

The artwork for this card was created by Ken Sugimori, the original character designer for the Pokémon franchise. His style is consistent across many official Pokémon Trading Card Game releases.

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The details of the 2008 Pokémon Great Encounters Houndoom Reverse Holo card, including its Darkness type gameplay, stats, and collector significance.

Houndoom

2008 • Pokémon • Great Encounters

2008 Pokémon Great Encounters

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The 2008 Pokémon Great Encounters Houndoom Reverse Holo card (Card #18) is a distinct entry in the Pokémon Trading Card Game catalog. As a Stage 1 Darkness-type Pokémon, it evolves from Houndour and features 90 HP. Designed by Ken Sugimori, the card captures the essence of the character through its official art style and typography. Collectors seeking to complete the Great Encounters base set often look for this card number to ensure their collection is whole. For investors and hobbyists, understanding the specific attributes of this release is key to evaluating its place in the broader Pokémon card market. Whether you are a longtime fan or new to collecting, knowing the exact set code GE and card number helps in sourcing the right piece for your collection.

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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.

Year

2008

Brand

Pokémon

Series

Great Encounters

Card Number

#18

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.

Rarity

Rare

Artist

Ken Sugimori

Material

Card Stock

Language

English

Finish

Reverse Holo

Type

Darkness

Stage

Stage 1

Evolves from

Houndour

Weakness

Water +20

Resistance

Psychic -20

Retreat cost

Pokédex #

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.