Houndoom
Houndoom is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Skyridge (#12). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $270.00 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2003. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Houndoom suits collectors working on Skyridge who need the Rare slot. Treat $270.00 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Houndoom from Skyridge?
Houndoom is a Pokémon card in Skyridge numbered 12. It evolves from Houndour. National Pokédex #229. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Houndoom worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $270.00 for Houndoom. Low and high spread runs $270.00 to $350.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $270.00; Normal: $60.86. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Skyridge |
|---|---|
| Number | 12 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $270.00 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €22.14 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $270.00 |
| Normal | $60.86 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Darkness |
| Evolves from | Houndour |
| Ambush | ColorlessColorless 10+ Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage plus 20 more damage. |
| Lonely Fang | DarknessColorlessColorless 30+ This attack does 30 damage plus 20 damage times the number of your opponent's Benched Pokémon minus the number of your Benched Pokémon. (For example, if your opponent has 3 Benched Pokémon and you have 1, this attack will do 30 damage plus 40 more damage.) |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Houndoom?
Houndoom is listed as Rare in Skyridge. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Houndoom?
Catalog fields: set Skyridge, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Kimiya Masago. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Houndoom (#12) is a chase-tier Rare printing in Skyridge. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Houndoom is catalogued as Rare printing in Skyridge, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $270.00 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $270.00; Normal: $60.86).
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $270.00 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Houndoom worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $270.00 for ungraded Houndoom from Skyridge. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Houndoom from?
Houndoom is listed in Skyridge (E-Card) as card #12. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
How rare is Houndoom?
Our catalog lists Houndoom as Rare in Skyridge. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Houndoom good for collectors or players?
Houndoom includes gameplay stats in Skyridge. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Should I grade Houndoom?
Grading only makes sense when Houndoom appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $270.00, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Houndoom?
Finish variants of Houndoom carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $270.00; Normal: $60.86 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.