Houndour (Neo Discovery 39) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Houndour is an uncommon Pokémon from the Neo Discovery set, numbered 39. It has a modest 40 HP and features the attack Plunder. This card offers a straightforward addition for collectors focusing on early Neo sets.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Resistances: Psychic (-30)
• Weaknesses: None listed
• Attacks:
• Bite (10 damage, 1 Colorless energy)
• Plunder (20 damage, 1 Darkness + 1 Colorless energy): Discards all Trainer cards attached to the Defending Pokémon before damage calculation.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Neo Discovery set, card number 39. It features no evolutions from previous cards and no special abilities. The card’s artwork by Shin-ichi Yoshida captures the essence of Houndour’s communication style as described in the flavor text.

Variants & Identifiers

• No known print variants
• Set code: “neo2”
• Card ID: “neo2-39”
• Rarity: Uncommon
• No regulation mark
• Image: /images/neo2/neo2-39.jpg

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this uncommon Neo Discovery Houndour card, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to maintain its condition and value. Given its age and rarity, consider archival-quality storage solutions.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Neo Discovery: This set includes Houndour as a Basic Darkness-type Pokémon with straightforward attacks and a unique Plunder ability that disrupts Trainer cards on the opponent’s Pokémon. The set focuses on early Neo-era Pokémon with distinctive artwork and mechanics.