| Set | Darkness Ablaze |
| Card number | 178 |
| Rarity | Rare Ultra |
| Type | Pokémon |
| HP | 210 |
| Artist | Ayaka Yoshida |
| Released | Aug 2020 |
Houndoom V #178 Value (Darkness Ablaze)
Pokemon card price guide: raw and graded values, eBay sold prices and price history. Updated Nov 2, 2026.
Houndoom V from Darkness Ablaze pairs a dark, atmospheric illustration by Ayaka Yoshida with a Rare Ultra designation. This card sits in the affordable tier of the set, making it accessible to most collectors. Houndoom V remains a solid entry point for those exploring Darkness Ablaze without chasing top-tier chase cards.
Current prices
| Source | Price |
|---|---|
| TCGplayer market price (USD) | $5.21 |
| Cardmarket lowest near mint (EUR) | €4.50 |
| Cardmarket 7-day average (EUR) | €5.58 |
| Cardmarket 30-day average (EUR) | €6.44 |
| Cardmarket listings available | 203 |
| eBay PSA 10 median (USD) | $60.00 |
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Houndoom V #178: rarity, grading and trend
Houndoom V #178 is a Rare Ultra Pokémon card from Darkness Ablaze, the Sword & Shield era (2020). It ranks as number 12 by price out of 201 cards in the set. A PSA 10 sells for about 12x the raw price, so centering and surface condition decide most of what a copy is worth. Its price has held almost flat over the last 30 days ($5.23 to $5.21). The illustration is by Ayaka Yoshida.
Graded card values (PSA, CGC, BGS)
| Grading | Grade | Median sold | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| CGC | 9 | $32.36 | - |
| PSA | 10 | $66.96 | - |
| PSA | 9 | $49.10 | - |
| PSA | 8 | $31.25 | - |
Graded values are medians of real eBay sold listings.
Houndoom V price history
| Month | Avg Cardmarket low | Avg TCGplayer market |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 2026 | €4.50 | $5.21 |
| Oct 2026 | €4.29 | $5.18 |
| Sep 2026 | €3.85 | $5.21 |
| Aug 2026 | €3.58 | $5.01 |
| Jul 2026 | €3.49 | $4.37 |
| Jun 2026 | €3.47 | $4.37 |
| May 2026 | €3.90 | $4.37 |
| Apr 2026 | €3.56 | $4.37 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Houndoom V #178 worth on Nov 2, 2026?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a raw near mint copy is worth about $5.21, a PSA 10 sells for around $60.00 on eBay, the Cardmarket low is €4.50. Prices update hourly from Cardmarket, TCGplayer and eBay sold listings.
What is a PSA 10 Houndoom V #178 worth?
As of Nov 2, 2026, a PSA 10 Houndoom V #178 sells for about $60.00 on eBay (median of recent graded sales), compared with about $5.21 for a raw near mint copy.
Is Houndoom V #178 rare?
Houndoom V #178 is printed at Rare Ultra rarity and ranks number 12 by price among the 201 cards in Darkness Ablaze. Demand for the character and condition matter more than the rarity symbol.
Is Houndoom V #178 going up in value?
Not much right now. Its price has stayed within a few percent over the last 30 days, at about $5.21.
Is Houndoom V #178 worth grading?
Only for a copy that looks perfect. A PSA 10 adds about $54.79 over raw (11.5x), and a PSA 9 or lower can end up worth less than the raw card plus fees.
How do I check which printing of Houndoom V I have?
Look at the set symbol and the card number (178) at the bottom of the card, then match both to this page. A phone scanner such as Card Value Scanner on iPhone reads them from one photo; on Android, search the number in the price guide.
How can I check current Houndoom V prices?
You can scan the card directly using the Card Value Scanner iPhone app to pull up live pricing data. This offers a quick way to compare listings without manually searching multiple marketplaces.
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