Houndour

Houndour

Selected Masterpiece • 60/115
Market Price $15
Unseen Forces EX 2005
The Illustrator

Kagemaru Himeno

Kagemaru Himeno has been credited on Pokémon TCG art from 1999 to 2024, spanning 656 cards. Work appears across sets including Jungle, Team Rocket, and Black & White, with a craft built on playful, character-forward staging, balanced layouts, and vibrant, often pastel-leaning color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Houndour card captures a moment of the Pokémon in a snowy landscape, its sleek form poised as it navigates the cold terrain. The soft snowfall contrasts with its dark fur, highlighting its presence in this wintry setting. Houndour's expression reflects a mix of alertness and determination, embodying the spirit of a creature adapted to its environment. This scene invites the viewer to appreciate the resilience and character of Houndour amidst the chill.”

Editorial & Data

Published by Artchu Editorial. Card facts are based on structured reference data and Artchu enrichment. Visual commentary is AI-assisted and human-reviewed. Visual ranking reflects Artchu’s internal art_score methodology. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 17, 2026.

Rarity Common
Card Type Fire
Era
EX
Release
01/08/2005

Smog

The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost