Houndour 39/75 Pokémon Neo Discovery Raw

Character: Houndour

Set: Neo

Series: Discovery

Card Number: 39

Rarity: Uncommon

Condition: Raw

Grade: N/A

Year: 2001

Illustrator: Yuka Morii

Unleash the dark power of the past with the Houndour (39/75) card from the Neo Discovery expansion of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. This Uncommon Basic Pokémon card showcases the fiery-eyed Houndour, a Darkness-type predator known for its cunning hunting tactics and pack mentality. With 40 HP and a striking design by artist Shin-ichi Yoshida, this card captures the essence of a Pokémon that uses different cries to communicate with its pack and corner its prey—a detail pulled straight from its Pokédex entry in Pokémon Gold. As a foundational card in the Neo era, it holds a special place in the hearts of collectors and players who remember the early 2000s wave of Pokémon TCG evolution.

Houndour’s in-game abilities make it a deceptively strategic choice for deck building. Its "Bite" attack delivers a straightforward 10 damage, while its "Plunder" attack deals 20 damage and includes a disruptive effect: before damage is done, all Trainer cards attached to the Defending Pokémon are discarded. This ability can throw off an opponent’s strategy by removing key support cards, making Houndour more than just a low-HP Basic Pokémon. With no weakness and a Psychic-type resistance (-30), it can hold its ground against common meta threats, and its single Colorless retreat cost ensures it can be easily shuffled out when needed

Whether you're expanding your vintage collection or building a retro-themed deck, the Houndour (39/75) Neo Discovery card is a compelling addition. Available in both 1st Edition and Unlimited prints, its value varies significantly based on condition and rarity, with high-grade 1st Edition copies fetching hundreds of dollars. Its inclusion in the internationally released Neo Discovery set—originally part of the Japanese Crossing the Ruins... expansion—adds to its cross-cultural appeal among global collectors. From its evocative flavor text to its strategic gameplay utility, this card embodies the charm and depth that made the Neo series a fan favorite.

Card Type / HP / Stage:Darkness / 40 / Basic

Attack 1:[1] Bite (10)

Attack 2:[1D] Plunder (20)
Before doing damage, discard all Trainer cards attached to the Defending Pokémon .

Weakness / Resistance / Retreat Cost: / P-30 / 1

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