Houndoom (ex3-34) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Houndoom is an Uncommon card from the ex Dragon set, numbered 34. This 70 HP Darkness-type Stage 1 evolves from Houndour and features the attacks Feint Attack and Flamethrower. Its design captures a fierce, agile combatant, with artwork by Atsuko Nishida.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Houndour)
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -30
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Attacks:
• Feint Attack: Deals 20 damage to any opponent’s Pokémon, ignoring Weakness, Resistance, and other effects.
• Flamethrower: Deals 50 damage but requires discarding a Fire Energy attached to Houndoom.
• Abilities: None
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Regulation Mark: None

Key Printings

Printed in the ex Dragon set as card number 34 at Uncommon rarity, with illustration by Atsuko Nishida.

Variants & Identifiers

No known print variants. Identifiers: set code “ex3” and card number “34.” The Darkness type and Stage 1 subtype align with its evolution from Houndour.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Feint Attack’s ability to ignore Weakness, Resistance, and other effects makes it interesting for casual play, but overall it has limited tournament viability.

Care & Storage Tips

Use a protective sleeve and store away from direct sunlight and moisture to preserve condition and artwork. Given its uncommon rarity and unknown release date, maintaining a mint copy can support long-term collectible value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• ex Dragon: Features Houndoom as a Darkness-type Stage 1 with tactical attacks; it stands out for Feint Attack’s ability to bypass typical defensive effects.