Houndour 45 / 214 Pokemon Card from Lost Thunder Set
Houndour is a Basic Fire-type Pokémon with 60 HP. It is illustrated by Ken Sugimori and is part of the Lost Thunder set from the Sun & Moon series. The flavor…
- Set: Lost Thunder
- Number: 45/214
- Rarity: Common
Set
About the Houndour Pokémon Card
Houndour is a Fire-type Pokémon card with 60 HP from the Lost Thunder set, part of the Sun & Moon series. It carries the collector number 45/214 and is classified as Common. The Lost Thunder set was released on November 2, 2018.
The card includes the flavor text: “To corner prey, they check each other's location using barks that only they can understand.”.
Houndour Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Houndour
Card number: 45/214
Set: Lost Thunder
Series: Sun & Moon
Rarity: Common
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Fire
HP: 60
Artist: Ken Sugimori
Release date: November 2, 2018
National Pokédex number: 228
Why Collect the Houndour Pokémon Card?
Houndour is most often collected as part of a complete Lost Thunder set rather than as a standalone chase card.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Houndour Pokémon Card
Houndour was illustrated by Ken Sugimori.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Houndour Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Houndour is about $0.45. Recent listings range from roughly $0.26 (low) to
For context, the Lost Thunder set has a median card value near
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Lost Thunder set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Houndour Pokémon Card
Whether Houndour is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
How Rare Is the Houndour Pokémon Card?
As a Common card, Houndour was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.
Other Printings of Houndour
Houndour appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Neo Discovery 5 (around
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Houndour Pokémon Card
The Houndour pokémon card is a Common card from the Lost Thunder set (Sun & Moon series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Lost Thunder set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.45; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Houndour card from?
Houndour is from the Lost Thunder set (Sun & Moon series), numbered 45/214 with the Common rarity.
What rarity is the Houndour card?
Houndour is classified as Common.
How much is the Houndour 45/214 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $0.45, within a recent range of roughly $0.26 to
Is the Houndour card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
How rare is the Houndour card?
As a Common card, Houndour was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.
When was the Lost Thunder set released?
The Lost Thunder set was released on November 2, 2018.
Are there other printings of Houndour?
Yes. Houndour appears on 30 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.