Aya Kusube
Aya Kusube is credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards from 2001 to 2025, with artwork appearing across E-Card and later eras including EX and Sun & Moon. The work is marked by playful, whimsical illustration, balanced compositions, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes.
“The Houndour card captures a moment of this Dark Pokémon nestled among a backdrop of shimmering stars and soft hues, evoking a sense of mystery and quietude. Its keen gaze suggests an alertness, as if it's aware of the world around it, ready to spring into action at any moment. The delicate interplay of light and shadow enhances the feeling of being in a hidden corner of its natural habitat, where every sound could signal adventure or danger. This scene invites the viewer to appreciate the subtle beauty of Houndour”
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.
Smog
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned.
Collect Fire
If there are any Fire Energy cards in your discard pile, choose 1 of them and attach it to Houndour.
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