Houndoom G 50/127
Set: Platinum Base
Released: Feb 11, 2009
Pokémon
Fire Type
Uncommon Pull Rate: 1 in 14 packs (7.1%)
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Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #229
- Card Number 50/127
- Card RarityUncommon
- IllustratorKent Kanetsuna
- Release Date11/02/2009
- SeriesPlatinum
- Expansion Platinum Base
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionJohto
- Generation Generation 2
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Fire - Health Points90 HP
- Weakness
Fighting ×2 - Resistance
Psychic -20 - Retreat Cost
Colorless ×1
Attacks
- Black Cry20


The Defending Pokémon can't retreat or use any Poké-Powers during your opponent's next turn.
- Dark Slash40+



You may discard a Darkness Energy attached to Houndoom G. If you do, this attack does 40 damage plus 20 more damage.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Houndoom prowling through a rocky, shadowy landscape under a starry night sky, its fierce eyes and open mouth suggesting a menacing growl as it moves toward unseen prey or danger.
Playability Overview
Houndoom offers strategic control by limiting the opponent's options with Black Cry, while Dark Slash balances energy management and damage output, encouraging thoughtful resource use and timing.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Dark DuskThis Houndoom card has a moody vibe, with its fierce stance and shadowy lighting setting a dramatic tone. It would fit perfectly on a “Spooky Night” page alongside other dark types like Gyarados or Absol. The art has a sense of urgency that makes it stand out, so consider placing it near cards that share that intense atmosphere.Additional Binder Suggestions: Cave / Intense / Dark Palette / Night Battle / Fire and Shadows

































