What is Houndour's type on this card?

Houndour is a Dark-type Pokémon on this card, as indicated by the Dark energy symbol next to its name and the energy requirements for its attacks.

What does the Smokescreen attack do?

The Smokescreen attack deals 20 damage and, if the defending Pokémon tries to attack during your opponent's next turn, your opponent flips a coin. If tails, that attack does nothing.

Who illustrated this Houndour card?

This Houndour card was illustrated by Naoyo Kimura, whose name is visible on the card's artwork.

This Houndour card is a common rarity, indicated by the circular symbol in the bottom right corner of the card.

What year was the Team Rocket Returns set released?

The Team Rocket Returns set, from which this Houndour card originates, was released in 2004.

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Houndour — Team Rocket Returns Pokémon card

HoundourTeam Rocket Returns #59 Pokémon Card

Team Rocket Returns·#59

Houndour, the Dark/Fire-type Pokémon introduced in Generation II, is celebrated for its fierce loyalty and distinctive appearance, evolving into the formidable Houndoom. This specific common Houndour (#59/109) from the 2004 Team Rocket Returns set stands out with its unique, cozy artwork by Naoyo Kimura, depicting the Pokémon by a fireplace. Here, visitors will find detailed Pokédex lore for Houndour, a breakdown of the card's mechanics including its attacks, energy costs, and weakness, alongside its edition history.

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Card Number: #59
Release Date: November 7, 2004
Language: EN
Set Code: rr

Houndour, the Dark Pokémon, is a bipedal canine-like creature known for its distinctive bone-like horns and dark coloration. Introduced in Generation II with the release of Pokémon Gold and Silver, Houndour is a dual-type Dark/Fire Pokémon. It evolves into Houndoom, a powerful and fiercely loyal Pokémon. In the wild, Houndour often live in packs and communicate with a variety of barks and howls, which can be quite unsettling to those unfamiliar with their habits. They are known for their strong sense of loyalty to their trainers once caught. Their diet typically consists of small prey, and they are excellent hunters, often working together to corner their targets. In the games and anime, Houndour is often depicted as a mischievous but ultimately good-hearted Pokémon, sometimes acting as a guard or companion. Its Dark/Fire typing gives it unique offensive and defensive capabilities, making it a popular choice for many trainers. Culturally, Houndour embodies themes of companionship and loyalty, despite its somewhat intimidating appearance.

Last updated: April 11, 2026