Houndoom – Legends Awakened (#57)

Houndoom Pokémon card — Legends Awakened #57, Uncommon
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Legends Awakened expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Houndoom (#57) is an Uncommon card from Diamond & Pearl - Legends Awakened released in 2008. It showcases artwork by Kouki Saitou and the Burning Sensation attack (20 damage), If the Defending Pokémon already has any damage counters on it, the Defending Pokémon is now Burned.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.48, Cardmarket average sale is €1.15, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $1.48
  • Cardmarket trend price: €1.15
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €1.15 (CM) $1.48 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Legends Awakened
Card Number
57
Rarity
✨ Uncommon
Illustrator
🎨 Kouki Saitou
HP
80
Type
🔥 Fire
Weaknesses
Water +20
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)

Abilities

  • Revenge Fang
    If you have less Benched Pokémon than your opponent, each of Houndoom's attacks does 40 more damage to the Active Pokémon (before applying Weakness and Resistance).

Attacks & Strategy

  • Burning Sensation [Colorless] — 20
    If the Defending Pokémon already has any damage counters on it, the Defending Pokémon is now Burned.
  • Bright Flame [Fire, Fire] — 60
    Flip a coin. If tails, discard 2 Fire Energy attached to Houndoom.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Houndoom from Legends Awakened (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2008, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kouki Saitou.

Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.

Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.

⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability

This Houndoom 57 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.

Key Attack: Houndoom's Burning Sensation deals 20 damage for Colorless energy. Special effect: If the Defending Pokémon already has any damage counters on it, the Defending Pokémon is now Burned.

Stats Overview: 80 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water +20

Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.

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Set HP Attacks Rarity Avg Price
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�📦 Legends Awakened Set Context

This Houndoom is part of the Legends Awakened expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2008.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kouki Saitou, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Houndoom card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x

Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk

💡 Should You Grade This Card?

  • Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
  • Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
  • Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
  • Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service

Collector Notes

  • Uncommon cards from Legends Awakened are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Kouki Saitou resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Fire typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Houndoom 57 was released in 2008 in the Legends Awakened expansion. This set is part of the Diamond & Pearl series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kouki Saitou. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Legends Awakened is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.

Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Houndoom with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Houndoom card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Fire energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Houndoom works best in Fire type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

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