Houndour

Houndour

Selected Masterpiece • 59/95
Market Price $4.05
Call of Legends HeartGold & SoulSilver 2011
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 card depicts Houndour in a dynamic pose, seemingly mid-leap, with a backdrop of fiery rocks and smoke that suggest a volcanic landscape. This setting enhances Houndour's dark and fiery nature, giving a sense of urgency and energy to the scene. The Pokémon's expression conveys determination, embodying its role as a fierce and loyal companion. Overall, the illustration captures a moment of action in Houndour's adventurous life.”

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 Darkness
Era
HeartGold & SoulSilver
Release
09/02/2011

Jump On

10+

Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage plus 10 more damage.

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost