Houndoom Collector’s Guide: Shrouded Fable Illustration Rare

Character Intro

Houndoom from the Shrouded Fable set is a striking Illustration Rare card, numbered 66. It boasts 120 HP and features the attack Snarl, showcasing its fierce presence. This card’s vivid design captures Houndoom’s intense spirit perfectly.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Houndour)
• Retreat Cost: 2 Colorless Energy
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Resistances: None
• Regulation Mark: H
• Attacks:
• Bite: 50 damage, costs 2 Colorless Energy
• Snarl: 100 damage, costs 1 Fire + 2 Colorless Energy; reduces damage from the Defending Pokémon’s next attack by 100 (before Weakness and Resistance)

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Scarlet & Violet “Shrouded Fable” set, card number 66, classified as an Illustration Rare. The card’s artwork and illustrator remain unknown, making it a unique piece for collectors who appreciate mystery alongside power.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are listed for this card. Key identifiers include:
– Set code: “sv6pt5”
– Regulation mark: “H”
– Rarity: Illustration Rare
– Image path: /images/sv6pt5/sv6pt5-66.jpg

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its strategic Snarl attack offers a significant defensive advantage by reducing incoming damage, making it potentially valuable in casual play or collection.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain card condition, store this Houndoom card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Illustration Rare status, consider using a top loader or a binder with rigid pages for added protection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Shrouded Fable: This set includes the Illustration Rare Houndoom, a fiery Stage 1 Pokémon with a blend of offensive and defensive attacks. The set’s release date is unknown, but it adds a visually striking and tactically interesting card to the Scarlet & Violet series.