Houndour

Houndour

Selected Masterpiece • 39/75
Market Price $3.79
Neo Discovery Neo 2001
The Illustrator

Shin-ichi Yoshida

Shin-ichi Yoshida is credited on Pokémon TCG illustrations from 1999 to 2021, spanning 52 cards. Work appears across Neo Discovery and Neo Destiny, with strong representation in Aquapolis. The look favors vibrant, contrasting color and clear, character-forward staging.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Houndour card captures a moment of quiet intensity, showcasing the Pokémon in a poised stance, ready to spring into action. Its sleek black fur contrasts with the soft pink accents, creating a striking visual that draws the eye. The background hints at a shadowy environment, suggesting a world filled with mystery and adventure. In this snapshot, Houndour embodies both a sense of alertness and an underlying playfulness.”

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 16, 2026.

Rarity Uncommon
Card Type Darkness
Era
Neo
Release
01/06/2001

Bite

10

Plunder

20

Before doing damage, discard all Trainer cards attached to the Defending Pokémon (before they affect the damage).

Resistance
-30
Retreat Cost