Houndoom
Houndoom is a Rare Secret Pokémon TCG printing from Battle Styles (#179). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $25.13 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2021. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.
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Who is this card for?
Houndoom suits collectors working on Battle Styles who need the Rare Secret slot. Treat $25.13 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Houndoom from Battle Styles?
Houndoom is a Pokémon card in Battle Styles numbered 179. Identifiable by its eerie howls, people a long time ago thought it was the grim reaper and feared it. National Pokédex #229. This printing is from Battle Styles. Collector number 179 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What is Houndoom worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $25.13 for Houndoom. Low and high spread runs $22.00 to $204.78. This printing is from Battle Styles. Collector number 179 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare Secret. The set released in 2021.
| Set | Battle Styles |
|---|---|
| Number | 179 |
| Rarity | Rare Secret |
| TCGPlayer USD | $25.13 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €19.50 |
| Holofoil | $25.13 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 130 |
|---|---|
| Types | Darkness |
| Evolves from | Houndour |
| Darkness Fang | DarknessColorless 50 |
| Single Strike Roar | Once during your turn, you may search your deck for a Single Strike Energy card and attach it to 1 of your Single Strike Pokémon. Then, shuffle your deck. If you attached Energy to a Pokémon in this way, put 2 damage counters on that Pokémon. |
| Weakness | Grass ×2 |
How collectible is Houndoom?
Houndoom is listed as Rare Secret in Battle Styles. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. This printing is from Battle Styles. Collector number 179 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare Secret.
What are the key details for Houndoom?
Catalog fields: set Battle Styles, rarity Rare Secret, regulation E. Illustrated by PLANETA Mochizuki. Format status: Standard and Expanded. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from Battle Styles. Collector number 179 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
Cactaur's take
Houndoom (#179) is a chase-tier Rare Secret printing in Battle Styles. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Houndoom is catalogued as Rare Secret printing in Battle Styles, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $25.13.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $25.13 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Houndoom worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $25.13 for ungraded Houndoom from Battle Styles. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.
What set is Houndoom from?
Houndoom is listed in Battle Styles (Sword & Shield) as card #179. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Houndoom?
Our catalog lists Houndoom as Rare Secret in Battle Styles. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Houndoom good for collectors or players?
Houndoom includes gameplay stats in Battle Styles. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. This printing is from Battle Styles.
Should I grade Houndoom?
Grading only makes sense when Houndoom appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $25.13, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.