Team Magma’s Houndoom Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Team Magma’s Houndoom is a Rare Holo from the Team Magma vs Team Aqua set, numbered 10. With 70 HP and the fiery attack Roasting Heat, it embodies the fierce energy of Team Magma’s loyal partner.

Quick Facts

• Types: Fire, Darkness
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Team Magma’s Houndour)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Roasting Heat: Deals 30 damage plus 20 more if the Defending Pokémon is Burned.
• Magma Spurt: Discard top 5 cards of your deck; does 30 damage times the number of Fire and Fighting basic Energy cards discarded.
• Rules: This Pokémon is both Fire and Darkness type.
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Regulation Mark: Unknown

Key Printings

The key printing is the “Team Magma vs Team Aqua” version, set code ex4, card number 10. This Rare Holo stands out for its dual Fire and Darkness typing and attacks that interact with basic Energy cards in your deck.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are known. Identify it by its Fire/Darkness typing, Ken Ikuji’s artwork, and the card number 10 in the ex4 set. The card image can be referenced at /images/ex4/ex4-10.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its playability in other formats or casual play is not documented.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the holofoil and Ken Ikuji’s artwork by using sleeves, keeping the card out of direct sunlight and moisture, and avoiding bends or surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Magma vs Team Aqua (ex4): Features Team Magma’s Houndoom as a Rare Holo Stage 1 with unique Fire/Darkness typing and attacks that synergize with Energy discard mechanics. The set’s release date is unknown, but it remains a distinctive collectible for fans of the ex series.