Houndour Collector’s Guide: Team Rocket Returns #59

Character Intro

Houndour from Team Rocket Returns is a common card numbered 59. With 50 HP and the attack Smokescreen, it’s a straightforward, lively Basic Pokémon that appeals to set-focused collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Attacks:
• Rear Kick (10 damage, 1 Colorless energy)
• Smokescreen (20 damage, Fire + Colorless energy; may prevent opponent’s next attack on tails)
• Abilities: None
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Regulation Mark: None

Key Printings

This printing of Houndour appears as card number 59 in the Team Rocket Returns set (set code ex7). It is a Common rarity card with no special print variants.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants. Identification is straightforward via the set code (ex7), card number (59), and illustrator credit (Naoyo Kimura). Its Fire type and Basic stage classification further aid recognition.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its simple attacks and low HP make it more suited to casual play or collection than competitive use.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to preserve condition and artwork.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Rocket Returns (ex7): Reintroduces classic Dark and Fire-type Pokémon with updated artwork and mechanics. Houndour #59 fits as a Basic Fire-type with straightforward attacks, complementing the set’s theme of strategic disruption through moves like Smokescreen.