Houndoom is a Stage 1 Pokémon card from the Skyridge set, released in the mid-2000s era (2003). It has a Darkness type and 70 HP. The card features artwork by…
Set: Skyridge
Number: 12/144
Rarity: Rare
Set
About the Houndoom Pokémon Card
Houndoom is a Darkness-type Pokémon card with 70 HP from the Skyridge set, part of the E-Card series. It carries the collector number 12/144 and is classified as Rare. The Skyridge set was released on May 12, 2003.
Houndoom Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Houndoom
Card number: 12/144
Set: Skyridge
Series: E-Card
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Darkness
HP: 70
Artist: Kimiya Masago
Release date: May 12, 2003
National Pokédex number: 229
Why Collect the Houndoom Pokémon Card?
Houndoom is a solid addition to the Skyridge set, and clean, well-centred copies are the most desirable to collectors who grade their cards.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Houndoom Pokémon Card
Houndoom was illustrated by Kimiya Masago.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Houndoom Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Houndoom is about
70. Recent listings range from roughly 70 (low) to $350 (high), with a mid-point near 98. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the Skyridge set has a median card value near $69.99 and an average near
28, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +39% over the last 7 days and -26% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Skyridge set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Houndoom Pokémon Card
Whether Houndoom 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 587 copies of this card, of which 191 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 32.5%. 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 Houndoom Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Houndoom are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 587 copies to date.
Other Printings of Houndoom
Houndoom appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Skyridge H11 (around
,000), Neo Revelation 8 (around $430) and Aquapolis H11 (around
27).
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 Houndoom Pokémon Card
The Houndoom pokémon card is a Rare card from the Skyridge set (E-Card series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Skyridge set. Its current aggregated market price is about
70; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Houndoom card from?
Houndoom is from the Skyridge set (E-Card series), numbered 12/144 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Houndoom card?
Houndoom is classified as Rare.
How much is the Houndoom 12/144 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
70, within a recent range of roughly 70 to $350. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Houndoom card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 587 copies so far, with about 32.5% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Houndoom?
PSA has graded 587 copies, of which 191 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 32.5%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Houndoom card?
Rare cards like Houndoom are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Skyridge set released?
The Skyridge set was released on May 12, 2003.
Are there other printings of Houndoom?
Yes. Houndoom appears on 29 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
