Physiology
Houndoom has a taller build than its predecessor, Houndour, with a longer snout. There are two white bands at each of Houndoom's ankles instead of just one, as well as three bands on its back instead of two. Houndoom has a long, skinny tail that ends in an arrow-head and visible claws on its feet. It appears to have a collar with a small skull pendant and a pair of curled horns, but no discernible ears. The skull-like pattern that it possessed on its head as a Houndour seems to have dissapeared.
Gender differences
A female has smaller horns.
Special abilities
Houndoom's abilities are the same as Houndour's, only stronger. As a matter of fact, legends claim that anyone that gets burned by Houndoom's Fire attacks will never be healed and that Houndoom's howling was once claimed to be the call of the Grim Reaper. Its fire comes from toxins burning in its gut, this also gives its fire a foul odor.
Behavior
Houndoom are generally very protective, alert, head strong, intelligent, and very focused. They can be overly aggressive, but only to protect themselves, their young, their territory, or their owner. However, when properly trained, they can be extremely loyal, loving, and caring Pokémon, as well as very good pets. In a Houndoom pack, the Houndoom with its horns raked sharply towards the back serves a leadership role. Houndoom choose their leader by fighting amongst themselves.
Habitat
Houndoom live in very dark woods. Due to their black skin tone, they easily blend in at night. They may also appear near volcanic areas.
Diet
- Main article: Pokémon food
Houndoom is a predatory Pokémon that preys on smaller mammalian Pokémon. It hunts with the Houndour and Houndoom in its pack.
Pokédex entries
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation II.
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Generation II
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Gold
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If you are burned by the flames it shoots from its mouth, the pain will never go away.
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Silver
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Upon hearing its eerie howls, other Pokémon get the shivers and head straight back to their nests.
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Crystal
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The pungent-smelling flame that shoots from its mouth results from toxins burning in its body.
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Stadium 2
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If you are burned by the flames it shoots from its mouth, the pain will never go away.
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Generation III
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Ruby
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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.
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Sapphire
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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.
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Emerald
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In a Houndoom pack, the one with its horns raked sharply back serves a leadership role. They choose their leader by fighting among themselves.
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FireRed
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Upon hearing its eerie howls, other Pokémon get the shivers and head straight back to their nests.
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LeafGreen
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If you are burned by the flames it shoots from its mouth, the pain will never go away.
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Generation IV
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Diamond
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Long ago, people imagined its eerie howls to be the call of the grim reaper.
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Pearl
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Long ago, people imagined its eerie howls to be the call of the grim reaper.
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Platinum
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The flames it breathes when angry contain toxins. If they cause a burn, it will hurt forever.
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HeartGold
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If you are burned by the flames it shoots from its mouth, the pain will never go away.
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SoulSilver
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Upon hearing its eerie howls, other Pokémon get the shivers and head straight back to their nests.
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Game locations
This Pokémon was unavailable prior to Generation II.
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Stats
Base stats
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Range
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At Lv. 50
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At Lv. 100
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75
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135 - 182
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260 - 354
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90
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85 - 156
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166 - 306
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50
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49 - 112
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94 - 218
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110
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103 - 178
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202 - 350
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80
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76 - 145
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148 - 284
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95
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90 - 161
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175 - 317
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Total: 500
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- Minimum stats are calculated with 0 EVs, IVs of 0, and (if applicable) a hindering nature.
- Maximum stats are calculated with 252 EVs, IVs of 31, and (if applicable) a helpful nature.
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Type effectiveness
Under normal battle conditions in Generation V, this Pokémon is:
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Special moves
In Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness, Houndour learns Charm after being purified.
Side game data
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Evolution
Sprites