Houndoom

Houndoom

Selected Masterpiece • 96/163
Market Price $0.27
Battle Styles Sword & Shield 2021
The Illustrator

Ryota Murayama

Ryota Murayama is credited on Pokémon TCG cards since 2014, with artwork appearing through 2025. Their illustrations span Sword & Shield and Scarlet & Violet releases, including appearances in Darkness Ablaze and Paradox Rift, and include both Pokémon and Trainer cards.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Houndoom card captures a moment of intensity, showcasing the Pokémon amidst a dramatic landscape filled with volcanic rock and fiery embers. Its fierce expression hints at its role as a guardian of the dark, emanating a sense of strength and determination. The surrounding chaos complements Houndoom's presence, suggesting an imminent confrontation. This scene encapsulates the essence of a powerful creature ready to unleash its abilities.”

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.

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

Darkness Fang

50
Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost