Houndour 69/106
Set: Great Encounters
Released: Feb 1, 2008
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About Houndour
It conveys its feelings using different cries. It works in a pack to cleverly take down prey.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #228
- Card Number 69/106
- Card RarityCommon
- IllustratorKen Sugimori
- Release Date01/02/2008
- SeriesDiamond & Pearl
- Expansion Great Encounters
- Evolves To
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionJohto
- Generation Generation 2
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Fire - Health Points50 HP
- Weakness
Water +10 - Retreat Cost
Colorless ×1
Attacks
- Ember20

Flip a coin. If tails, discard a Fire Energy attached to Houndour.
- Smash Kick20


Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Houndour standing alert on a rocky ledge, overlooking a canyon. Its fierce gaze and poised stance suggest readiness to defend territory within the rugged, sunlit wilderness.
Playability Overview
Houndour offers modest early-game damage with its consistent Smash Kick, but its risky Ember attack and low HP make it better suited for supporting roles rather than solo offensive strategies.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Rocky OutcropThis Houndour captures a rugged vibe, perched on a cliffside. The earthy tones and rocky background lend themselves to a “Wild West” theme. Pair it with other Pokémon that have a tough, adventurous spirit, like Zangoose or Galarian Zigzagoon, to create a cohesive landscape.Additional Binder Suggestions: Mountain / Fierce / Earthy Tones / Wilderness Adventure / Fire Spirit


















