Houndoom

Houndoom

Selected Masterpiece • 82/90
Market Price $126.03
HS—Undaunted HeartGold & SoulSilver 2010
The Illustrator

Hideaki Hakozaki

Hideaki Hakozaki is credited on 36 Pokémon TCG cards from 2010–2012, concentrated in the HeartGold & SoulSilver era. Work appears in HS—Unleashed, HS—Triumphant, and Call of Legends, pairing balanced, focused staging with vibrant, contrasting color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Houndoom card presents a striking moment, capturing the Pokémon in a poised stance, its fierce gaze directed forward. Its dark, fiery colors contrast sharply against a backdrop that hints at an ominous setting, evoking a sense of danger and intensity. The intricate details of its horns and the glimmer in its eye suggest a creature that is both powerful and cunning, embodying its role as a fierce guardian. This scene immerses the viewer in the world of Houndoom, where every flicker of flame and shadow carries a”

Editorial & Data

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Card Type Darkness
Era
HeartGold & SoulSilver
Release
18/08/2010

Dark Clamp

70

The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost