Houndoom 179/163
Set: Battle Styles
Released: Mar 19, 2021
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About Houndoom
Identifiable by its eerie howls, people a long time ago thought it was the grim reaper and feared it.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #229
- Card Number 179/163
- Card RarityRare Secret
- IllustratorPLANETA Mochizuki
- Release Date19/03/2021
- Regulation MarkE
- SeriesSword & Shield
- Expansion Battle Styles
- Evolves From
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatLegal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionJohto
- Generation Generation 2
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Darkness - Health Points130 HP
- Weakness
Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×2
Darkness 
Grass ×2 
Abilities
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Ability:
Single Strike Roar
Once during your turn, you may search your deck for a Single Strike Energy card and attach it to 1 of your Single Strike Pokémon. Then, shuffle your deck. If you attached Energy to a Pokémon in this way, put 2 damage counters on that Pokémon.
Attacks
- Darkness Fang50
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Houndoom roaring fiercely, bathed in radiant golden light. Its menacing posture and sharp features evoke power, surrounded by sparkling energy that enhances its fearsome, commanding presence.
Playability Overview
Houndoom's ability to consistently attach Single Strike Energy offers strategic acceleration, but the resulting self-damage requires careful timing to avoid weakening your key attackers prematurely.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Fiery RoarThe artwork of Houndoom exudes a fierce energy with its bright flames and striking pose. This card deserves a spot on a "Dynamic Battle" page, ideally paired with other aggressive Pokémon that showcase similar fiery or dark themes. The vibrant colors and action-packed vibe create a strong focal point for the binder.Additional Binder Suggestions: Volcano / Fierce / Bright Flames / Dark Power / Intense Action
