Naoyo Kimura
Naoyo Kimura has contributed Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2000 to 2025, spanning Aquapolis, Southern Islands, and Sword & Shield. The work leans playful and lighthearted, with balanced, character-focused staging and vibrant, softly watercolor-leaning color.
“The Houndoom card from the Aquapolis set captures a moment of intensity, featuring the Pokémon amidst a fiery backdrop. Its fierce expression and the flames swirling around it convey a sense of power and danger, as if it is ready to unleash its fiery abilities. The dark colors contrast sharply with the bright orange and red of the flames, creating a vivid scene that draws the viewer in. This snapshot encapsulates Houndoom's role as a fierce guardian of its domain.”
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Smokescreen
If the Defending Pokémon tries to attack during your opponent's next turn, your opponent flips a coin. If tails, that attack does nothing.
Burn Up
Flip a coin. If tails, discard all Fire Energy cards attached to Houndoom.
