Houndour

Houndour

Selected Masterpiece • 95/163
Market Price $0.28
Battle Styles Sword & Shield 2021
The Illustrator

Sanosuke Sakuma

Sanosuke Sakuma has illustrated Pokémon TCG cards from 2013 to 2025, spanning series such as Sword & Shield, Sun & Moon, and XY. The work favors vibrant, playful color with balanced, character-forward compositions that keep action readable and light.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card captures Houndour in a moment of focus, standing alert against a backdrop of rocky terrain bathed in warm hues of dawn. Its posture suggests determination, as it grips a rope, perhaps preparing for a task that requires teamwork or strength. The scene conveys a sense of loyalty and readiness, characteristic of this Dark-type Pokémon. Houndour's presence in this environment feels both grounded and purposeful.”

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 19, 2026.

Rarity Common
Card Type Darkness
Era
Sword & Shield
Release
19/03/2021

Bite

20
Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost