Houndoom
Houndoom is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from HS—Undaunted (#5). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $26.55 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2010. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Houndoom suits collectors working on HS—Undaunted who need the Rare Holo slot. Treat $26.55 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 HS—Undaunted?
Houndoom is a Pokémon card in HS—Undaunted numbered 5. Upon hearing its eerie howls, other Pokémon get the shivers and head straight back to their nests. National Pokédex #229. 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 $26.55 for Houndoom. Low and high spread runs $24.95 to $359.80. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $26.55; Holofoil: $16.16. 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 | HS—Undaunted |
|---|---|
| Number | 5 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $26.55 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €13.31 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $26.55 |
| Holofoil | $16.16 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 90 |
|---|---|
| Types | Darkness |
| Evolves from | Houndour |
| Fire Counterattack | Darkness 20+ If your opponent has any Fighting Pokémon in play, this attack does 20 damage plus 60 more damage. |
| Dark Roar | DarknessDarkness 50 Your opponent discards a card from his or her hand. |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Houndoom?
Houndoom is listed as Rare Holo in HS—Undaunted. 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 HS—Undaunted, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. 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 (#5) is a chase-tier Rare Holo printing in HS—Undaunted. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Houndoom is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in HS—Undaunted, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $26.55 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $26.55; Holofoil: $16.16).
- Illustrator Kagemaru Himeno has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $26.55 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 $26.55 for ungraded Houndoom from HS—Undaunted. 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 HS—Undaunted (HeartGold & SoulSilver) as card #5. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Houndoom?
Our catalog lists Houndoom as Rare Holo in HS—Undaunted. 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 HS—Undaunted. 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 $26.55, 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: $26.55; Holofoil: $16.16 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.