houndoom

Houndoom is a dual-type Dark/Fire Pokémon introduced in Generation II.

Type: Dark / Fire

Abilities:

• Early Bird: Allows it to wake up from sleep more quickly.
• Flash Fire: Powers up its Fire-type moves if it's hit by one.
• Unnerve (Hidden Ability): Prevents opposing Pokémon from using held Berries.

Physical Characteristics:

• Houndoom is a sleek, quadruped Pokémon resembling a Doberman Pinscher, with a black body and an orange underbelly.
• It features a long, pointed snout and sharp, menacing red eyes.
• Two large, curved horns protrude from its head, resembling those of a ram.
• Its back is adorned with a bony spine structure, resembling ribs, and it has a long, whip-like tail with a triangular tip.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Houndoom is typically found in mountainous regions and dark caves.
• It is known for its pack mentality, often seen hunting in groups led by the strongest Houndoom.
• Its howl is said to be haunting and can cause those who hear it to shudder.
• It is fiercely loyal and protective of its pack members and its trainer.

In Battle:

• Houndoom is a versatile special attacker with access to a variety of powerful Fire and Dark-type moves.
• Signature moves include Flamethrower, Crunch, and Dark Pulse.
• It has an advantage over Psychic, Ghost, Grass, Ice, and Bug-type Pokémon.
• It is weak to Water, Rock, Ground, and Fighting-type moves, so strategic planning is essential when using it in battle.

Evolution:

• Evolves from Houndour at level 24.
• Can Mega Evolve into Mega Houndoom using a Houndoominite, gaining increased stats and the Solar Power ability, which boosts its Special Attack in sunny weather.

Interesting Facts:

• Houndoom's flames are said to be imbued with toxins; those burned by them experience long-lasting pain.
• It is believed that if you hear its eerie howl, you may be visited by a dire fate.
• Mega Houndoom's increased body temperature allows it to cause even more intense burns, reinforcing its reputation as a dangerous foe.
• Houndoom's design is inspired by mythological hellhounds and the imagery of fire and darkness, making it a popular choice among trainers who favor intimidating Pokémon.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

Tutor

Other

• Gold: If you are burned by the flames it shoots from itsmouth, the pain will never go away.
• Silver: Upon hearing its eerie howls, other Pokémon get theshivers and head straight back to their nests.
• Crystal: The pungent- smelling flame that shoots fromits mouth results from toxins burn­ ing in its body.
• Ruby: In a HOUNDOOM pack, the one with its horns raked sharply towards the back serves a leadership role.These Pokémon choose their leader by fighting amongst themselves.
• Sapphire: In a HOUNDOOM pack, the one with its horns raked sharply towards the back serves a leadership role.These Pokémon choose their leader by fighting amongst themselves.
• Emerald: In a HOUNDOOM pack, the one with its horns raked sharply back serves a leadership role. They choose their leader by fighting among themselves.
• Firered: Upon hearing its eerie howls, other Pokémon get the shivers and head straight back to their nests.
• Leafgreen: If you are burned by the flames it shoots from its mouth, the pain will never go away.
• Diamond: Long ago, people imagined its eerie howls to be the call of the grim reaper.
• Pearl: Long ago, people imagined its eerie howls to be the call of the grim reaper.
• Platinum: The flames it breathes when angry contain toxins. If they cause a burn, it will hurt forever.
• Heartgold: If you are burned by the flames it shoots from its mouth, the pain will never go away.
• Soulsilver: Upon hearing its eerie howls, other Pokémon get the shivers and head straight back to their nests.
• Black: The flames it breathes when angry contain toxins. If they cause a burn, it will hurt forever.
• White: The flames it breathes when angry contain toxins. If they cause a burn, it will hurt forever.
• Black-2: The flames it breathes when angry contain toxins. If they cause a burn, it will hurt forever.
• White-2: The flames it breathes when angry contain toxins. If they cause a burn, it will hurt forever.
• X: Long ago, people imagined its eerie howls to be the call of the grim reaper.
• Y: The flames it breathes when angry contain toxins. If they cause a burn, it will hurt forever.
• Omega-Ruby: In a Houndoom pack, the one with its horns raked sharply toward the back serves a leadership role. These Pokémon choose their leader by fighting among themselves.
• Alpha-Sapphire: In a Houndoom pack, the one with its horns raked sharply toward the back serves a leadership role. These Pokémon choose their leader by fighting among themselves.
• Ultra-Sun: They spew flames mixed with poison to finish off their opponents. They divvy up their prey evenly among the members of their pack.
• Ultra-Moon: Identifiable by its eerie howls, people a long time ago thought it was the grim reaper and feared it.