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Houndoom Mega is a Dark/Fire-type Pokémon introduced in Generation II, capable of Mega Evolution.

Type: Dark / Fire

Abilities:

• Solar Power: Increases Special Attack by 50% during harsh sunlight but also reduces HP each turn.

Physical Characteristics:

• Houndoom Mega is a large, quadrupedal canine Pokémon with a fierce and intimidating appearance.
• Its body is predominantly black with some orange fur on its underbelly and snout.
• It has large, curved horns on its head, which become longer and more menacing in its Mega form.
• The ridged, bony plates on its back and the bony tail tip become more pronounced.
• Its eyes are fierce and fiery, completing its hellhound-like appearance.

Behavior and Habitat:

• Houndoom Mega typically resides in mountainous regions and areas with volcanic activity.
• It is known for its pack mentality, often hunting in groups.
• This Pokémon prefers hot climates and is highly territorial.
• Its howls are said to be terrifying and can strike fear into the hearts of those who hear it.

In Battle:

• Houndoom Mega is a formidable special attacker with exceptional speed.
• Its Solar Power ability makes it particularly strong in sunny weather conditions.
• Signature moves include Flamethrower, Dark Pulse, and Nasty Plot, which can significantly boost its offense.
• It is strong against Grass, Bug, Ice, and Steel types but weak against Water, Rock, and Fighting types.

Evolution:

• Houndoom Mega evolves from Houndoom when exposed to a Houndoominite in battle.
• Houndoom itself evolves from Houndour starting at level 24.

Interesting Facts:

• Houndoom’s flames can cause severe burns that never heal; hence, its Mega form is even more feared.
• The design of Houndoom Mega is inspired by the concept of a hellhound, a mythical dog said to guard the underworld.
• It gains a significant boost in its Special Attack and Speed stats upon Mega Evolution, making it one of the more powerful Mega Evolutions in terms of offensive capabilities.

Level Up

TM/HM

Breeding

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• 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.

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177 Extended-Sinnoh

215 Updated-Johto

76 Kalos-Coastal

290 Updated-Alola

111 Updated-Ulaula

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