Houndour

by Mitsuhiro Arita illustrated 2002 Expedition Base Set

$22 Latest known market value January 19, 2026

Common Darkness

The Illustrator

Mitsuhiro Arita

Mitsuhiro Arita has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2025, spanning more than 700 illustrations. Work appears across Base, Team Rocket, and Legendary Collection, balancing character-focused staging with energetic, colorful scenes and clear, action-forward framing.

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Editorial & Data

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Curatorial Commentary

The card depicts Houndour in a moment of motion, its sleek form captured as it moves across a vibrant, earthy landscape. The warm colors of the ground contrast with Houndour's dark fur, creating a sense of energy and urgency. This small Pokémon appears both agile and alert, embodying the spirit of its surroundings. The scene invites the viewer to appreciate the natural environment that Houndour calls home.

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Catalogue plate № 113/165

Identity

PokémonHoundour

TypeDarkness

RarityCommon

StageBasic

Authorship

IllustratorMitsuhiro Arita

SetExpedition Base Set

Year2002

Plate №113/165