Houndour
Houndour is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Neo Discovery (#5). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $90.78 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2001. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.
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Who is this card for?
Houndour suits collectors working on Neo Discovery who need the Rare Holo slot. Vintage copies are condition-dominated; edge whitening and holo scratches move value faster than small NM quote changes on modern cards.
What is Houndour from Neo Discovery?
Houndour is a Pokémon card in Neo Discovery numbered 5. To corner prey, they check each other's location using barks that only they can understand. National Pokédex #228. This printing is from Neo Discovery. Collector number 5 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Houndour worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $90.78 for Houndour. Low and high spread runs $50.00 to $1682.26. Per-finish references: unlimitedHolofoil: $90.78; 1st Edition Holofoil: $139.24. This printing is from Neo Discovery. Collector number 5 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Neo Discovery |
|---|---|
| Number | 5 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $90.78 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €192.51 |
| unlimitedHolofoil | $90.78 |
| 1st Edition Holofoil | $139.24 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 50 |
|---|---|
| Types | Fire |
| Smog | Fire 10 Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. |
| Collect Fire | FireFire 20 If there are any Fire Energy cards in your discard pile, choose 1 of them and attach it to Houndour. |
| Weakness | Water ×2 |
How collectible is Houndour?
Houndour is listed as Rare Holo in Neo Discovery. Vintage holos reward patient collectors who can verify authenticity and condition. This printing is from Neo Discovery. Collector number 5 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare Holo.
What are the key details for Houndour?
Catalog fields: set Neo Discovery, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Aya Kusube. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from Neo Discovery. Collector number 5 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare Holo.
Cactaur's take
Houndour (#5) carries vintage collector interest from Neo Discovery. Surface and holo condition usually matter more than small day-to-day market noise.
Pros
- Houndour is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Neo Discovery, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $90.78 across finishes (unlimitedHolofoil: $90.78; 1st Edition Holofoil: $139.24).
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $90.78 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Houndour worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $90.78 for ungraded Houndour from Neo Discovery. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.
What set is Houndour from?
Houndour is listed in Neo Discovery (Neo) as card #5. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. This printing is from Neo Discovery.
How rare is Houndour?
Our catalog lists Houndour as Rare Holo in Neo Discovery. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Houndour good for collectors or players?
Houndour includes gameplay stats in Neo Discovery. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. This printing is from Neo Discovery.
Should I grade Houndour?
Grading only makes sense when Houndour appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $90.78, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Houndour?
Finish variants of Houndour carry separate market listings. unlimitedHolofoil: $90.78; 1st Edition Holofoil: $139.24 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.