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Houndoom ex
Obsidian Flames 134/197 • holo-rare
- Set
- Obsidian Flames
- Number
- 134/197
- Rarity
- Double Rare
- Released
- 2023
- Energy type
- darkness energy
- Finish
- Foil
- Market price
- $1.20
- Artist
- PLANETA Tsuji
What it does
If the Defending Pokémon is a Basic Pokémon, it can't attack during your opponent's next turn.
This Pokémon also does 30 damage to itself.
Pokémon ex rule: When your Pokémon ex is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
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Where it came from
The Houndoom ex card was released as part of the Scarlet & Violet—Obsidian Flames expansion, which debuted in the summer of 2023. This set marked a significant shift in the Pokémon Trading Card Game, centering on the Terastal phenomenon where Pokémon take on a different Tera Type to gain strategic advantages in battle. Houndoom, a classic Dark-type Pokémon originally introduced in the Johto region, was selected to showcase this mechanic with a specific focus on its synergy with Darkness-type decks.
The artwork for this card features the distinct, high-energy aesthetic consistent with the Scarlet & Violet era, emphasizing bold lines and vibrant, saturated colors. Designed to balance utility and visual impact, the card was integrated into the game's competitive ecosystem to support deck strategies involving energy acceleration and pressure. Upon its release, it was well-received by players for its playable mechanics and its inclusion of a fan-favorite Pokémon in a modern, enhanced form.
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