Dark Houndoom
Dark Houndoom is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Team Rocket Returns (#5). The set released in 2004. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.
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Who is this card for?
Dark Houndoom suits collectors working on Team Rocket Returns who need the Rare Holo slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear.
What is Dark Houndoom from Team Rocket Returns?
Dark Houndoom is a Pokémon card in Team Rocket Returns numbered 5. It evolves from Houndour. National Pokédex #229. This printing is from Team Rocket Returns. Collector number 5 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare Holo.
What is Dark Houndoom worth today?
Dark Houndoom lacks a strong public price in this snapshot; use recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish. This printing is from Team Rocket Returns. Collector number 5 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare Holo.
| Set | Team Rocket Returns |
|---|---|
| Number | 5 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| Market USD | — |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Fire, Darkness |
| Evolves from | Houndour |
| Shakedown | DarknessColorless 20 Choose a card from your opponent's hand without looking and discard it. |
| Dark Fire | FireColorlessColorless 40+ You may discard a Fire Energy or Darkness Energy attached to Dark Houndoom. If you do, this attack does 40 damage plus 20 more damage. |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Dark Houndoom?
Dark Houndoom is listed as Rare Holo in Team Rocket Returns. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. This printing is from Team Rocket Returns. Collector number 5 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Dark Houndoom?
Catalog fields: set Team Rocket Returns, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from Team Rocket Returns. Collector number 5 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare Holo.
Cactaur's take
Dark Houndoom from Team Rocket Returns should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Dark Houndoom is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Team Rocket Returns, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Set metadata and rarity help cross-check listings against the correct printing before you buy.
- Illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Market pricing may be thin or stale for this printing; confirm with recent sold comps.
Verdict: Prioritize verifying the exact printing and finish before transacting; pricing may need live comps at sale time.
FAQ
How much is Dark Houndoom worth?
Dark Houndoom may not have reliable public market pricing in our current snapshot. Check recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying or selling.
What set is Dark Houndoom from?
Dark Houndoom is listed in Team Rocket Returns (EX) as card #5. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Dark Houndoom?
Our catalog lists Dark Houndoom as Rare Holo in Team Rocket Returns. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Dark Houndoom good for collectors or players?
Dark Houndoom includes gameplay stats in Team Rocket Returns. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
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