Houndoom Spirit Link Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Houndoom Spirit Link is an uncommon Trainer—Pokémon Tool—from the BREAKthrough set, numbered 142. It’s a clean, set-specific pickup for collectors building a focused xy8/BREAKthrough binder.

Quick Facts

• Card Number: 142
• Set: BREAKthrough (xy8)
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Illustrator: 5ban Graphics
• Stage: Pokémon Tool
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Types: None specified
• Evolves From: None
• Weaknesses/Resistances: None
• Legality: unknown
• Image:

Key Printings

Only one printing is documented: Houndoom Spirit Link in BREAKthrough (xy8). No alternate prints or reprints are known.

Variants & Identifiers

No known print variants. Identification is straightforward via set code (xy8-142), uncommon rarity, and the Pokémon Tool subtype.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown.
Rules text on the card states:
– Attach a Pokémon Tool to 1 of your Pokémon that doesn’t already have a Pokémon Tool attached to it.
– Your turn does not end if the Pokémon this card is attached to becomes M Houndoom-EX.
– You may play as many Item cards as you like during your turn (before your attack).

Care & Storage Tips

Protect with a sleeve and store away from sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending and extreme temperatures to preserve condition and value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• BREAKthrough (xy8): The sole set featuring Houndoom Spirit Link, this expansion introduced several Pokémon Tool cards enhancing gameplay strategies. The card’s uncommon rarity and specialized function make it a subtle yet valuable piece within the set.