Houndoom – Lost Thunder (#46)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Houndoom (#46) is a Rare card from Sun & Moon - Lost Thunder released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Sekio and the Nasty Plot attack, Search your deck for a card and put it into your hand. Then, shuffle your deck.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.49, Cardmarket average sale is €0.52, Floor listings start near €0.10.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.49
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.61
- Recent low listing: €0.10
Card Details
Attacks & Strategy
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Nasty Plot
[Colorless]
Search your deck for a card and put it into your hand. Then, shuffle your deck. -
Attack Operation
[Fire, Fire]
— 50+
If you have more cards in your hand than your opponent, this attack does 80 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Houndoom from Lost Thunder (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Sekio.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Houndoom 46 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Houndoom's Nasty Plot for Colorless energy. Special effect: Search your deck for a card and put it into your hand. Then, shuffle your deck.
Stats Overview: 110 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water ×2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lost Thunder #46 ← Current | 110 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.49 |
�📦 Lost Thunder Set Context
This Houndoom is part of the Lost Thunder expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Sekio, 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.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Houndoom card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
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
- Rare cards from Lost Thunder are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Sekio 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 46 was released in 2018 in the Lost Thunder expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Sekio. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Lost Thunder represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
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 Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Houndoom card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- 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.