Houndoom (Pokémon): Difference between revisions

Houndoom seems to be based on the legends of {{wp|hellhound}}s, {{wp|black dog (ghost)|black dogs}}, and possibly {{wp|Cerberus}} of {{wp|Greek mythology}}. Its horns and pointed tail resemble common depictions of the {{wp|devil}}. Its skeletal adornments may be a reference to the hellhounds' and black dogs' associations with death. They may also be inspired by the {{wp|grim reaper}}, and the bands around its ankles resemble {{wp|shackle}}s. Its build and coloration are similar to a {{wp|Dobermann}}, and it also somewhat resembles the extinct {{wp|Thylacine|Tasmanian wolf}} due to the stripe-like bony ridges on its back. Its pack-hunting behavior and eerie howling are reminiscent of {{wp|Wolf|wolves}}.