Houndour #18 from Rocket Gang Strikes Back - Common - Illustrated by Tomokazu Komiya
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Houndour

#18/85 in Rocket Gang Strikes Back, Common, 50 HP, Fire, illustrated by Tomokazu Komiya.

Card number
#18/85
Rarity
Common
HP
50 HP
Type
Fire
Language
Japanese
Release date
October 15, 2004
Illustrator
Tomokazu Komiya
Original name
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Collector Notes

Houndour

Houndour appears in the Japanese print of Rocket Gang Strikes Back, released on October 15, 2004. Houndour is a common rarity and 50 HP. The Rocket Gang Strikes Back set contains 85 cards.

Artist Info

This card's illustration was created by Tomokazu Komiya.

Collector Insights

Houndour is a Pokémon card featuring a Fire-type attack named Firebreathing. This attack requires one Fire Energy and deals 10 damage plus an additional 10 if a coin flip results in heads. The card has 50 HP and is classified as a Common rarity. It was released as part of the Rocket Gang Strikes Back set on October 15, 2004. The artwork is credited to artist Tomokazu Komiya. The card’s design reflects its role in the Rocket Gang theme, emphasizing tactical combat scenarios. Its straightforward mechanics align with the set’s focus on straightforward, high-impact battles. The combination of low cost and variable damage creates a strategic element for players.

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