Houndour 55 / 101 Pokemon Card from Plasma Blast Set
Houndour is a Basic Pokémon card from the Plasma Blast set in the Black & White series. It is a Darkness-type Pokémon with 60 HP. The card features artwork by…
- Set: Plasma Blast
- Number: 55/101
- Rarity: Common
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About the Houndour Pokémon Card
Houndour is a Darkness-type Pokémon card with 60 HP from the Plasma Blast set, part of the Black & White series. It carries the collector number 55/101 and is classified as Common. The Plasma Blast set was released on August 14, 2013.
The card includes the flavor text: “It is smart enough to hunt in packs. It uses a variety of cries for communicating with others.”.
Houndour Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Houndour
Card number: 55/101
Set: Plasma Blast
Series: Black & White
Rarity: Common
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Darkness
HP: 60
Artist: Sumiyoshi Kizuki
Release date: August 14, 2013
National Pokédex number: 228
Why Collect the Houndour Pokémon Card?
Houndour is most often collected as part of a complete Plasma Blast 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 Sumiyoshi Kizuki.
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 $0.94. Recent listings range from roughly $0.87 (low) to
For context, the Plasma Blast set has a median card value near $0.99 and an average near
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Plasma Blast 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.
PSA has graded 10 copies of this card, of which 1 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 10.0%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
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.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 10 copies to date.
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 Plasma Blast set (Black & White series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Plasma Blast set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.94; 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 Plasma Blast set (Black & White series), numbered 55/101 with the Common rarity.
What rarity is the Houndour card?
Houndour is classified as Common.
How much is the Houndour 55/101 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $0.94, within a recent range of roughly $0.87 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. PSA has graded 10 copies so far, with about 10.0% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Houndour?
PSA has graded 10 copies, of which 1 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 10.0%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
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 Plasma Blast set released?
The Plasma Blast set was released on August 14, 2013.
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.