Houndour

Houndour

Selected Masterpiece • 66/144
Market Price $37.17
Skyridge E-Card 2003
The Illustrator

Hajime Kusajima

Hajime Kusajima is credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2018, spanning E-Card and EX-era releases. The work favors vibrant, contrasting color with playful, energetic moods, using balanced, character-forward compositions that keep action clear and readable.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Houndour card captures a moment of intensity, showcasing the Pokémon poised in a dynamic stance against a vivid backdrop. With its sleek, dark fur and fiery markings, Houndour appears both fierce and alert, embodying the spirit of a determined character in its natural habitat. The swirling colors around it suggest a sense of movement and energy, enhancing the feeling of anticipation in the scene. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the raw essence of Houndour as it navigates its world.”

Editorial & Data

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Rarity Common
Card Type Fire
Era
E-Card
Release
12/05/2003

Retaliate

10×

This attack does 10 damage times the number of damage counters on Houndour.

Fireworks

20

Flip a coin. If tails, discard a Fire Energy card attached to Houndour.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost