Houndour
Houndour is a Illustration Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Obsidian Flames (#204). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $11.25 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2023. 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 Obsidian Flames who need the Illustration Rare slot. Treat $11.25 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Houndour from Obsidian Flames?
Houndour is a Pokémon card in Obsidian Flames numbered 204. It is smart enough to hunt in packs. It uses a variety of cries for communicating with others. National Pokédex #228. This printing is from Obsidian Flames. Collector number 204 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Houndour worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $11.25 for Houndour. Low and high spread runs $9.00 to $94.59. This printing is from Obsidian Flames. Collector number 204 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Illustration Rare. The set released in 2023.
| Set | Obsidian Flames |
|---|---|
| Number | 204 |
| Rarity | Illustration Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $11.25 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €2.15 |
| Holofoil | $11.25 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 50 |
|---|---|
| Types | Darkness |
| Coordinated Pack | Darkness For each of your Benched Houndour, search your deck for a Basic Darkness Energy card and attach it to that Houndour. Then, shuffle your deck. |
| Focus Fangs | DarknessColorless 30 Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing. |
| Weakness | Grass ×2 |
How collectible is Houndour?
Houndour is listed as Illustration Rare in Obsidian Flames. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. This printing is from Obsidian Flames. Collector number 204 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Illustration Rare.
What are the key details for Houndour?
Catalog fields: set Obsidian Flames, rarity Illustration Rare, regulation G. Illustrated by KYUPIYAMA. Format status: Standard and Expanded. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from Obsidian Flames. Collector number 204 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
Cactaur's take
Houndour (#204) is a chase-tier Illustration Rare printing in Obsidian Flames. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Houndour is catalogued as Illustration Rare printing in Obsidian Flames, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $11.25.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $11.25 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 $11.25 for ungraded Houndour from Obsidian Flames. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.
What set is Houndour from?
Houndour is listed in Obsidian Flames (Scarlet & Violet) as card #204. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Houndour?
Our catalog lists Houndour as Illustration Rare in Obsidian Flames. 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 Obsidian Flames. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. This printing is from Obsidian Flames.
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 $11.25, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
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