

McDonald's Collection 2012 is a 12-card set made entirely of Pokémon cards, with no Trainers or Energy. Each Pokémon appears once, creating a tidy, evenly spaced roster rather than a layered rarity ladder. Across the set, the art leans strongly playful and cartoonish, with lighthearted moods and simple, balanced compositions that keep attention on the character. Color is generally vibrant, occasionally softened with gentler tones, giving the mini set a bright, approachable surface.
Within that consistent presentation, a few illustrations stand out for clarity and charm, including Dewott, Axew, and Dwebble. The artist list is small but structured: Kouki Saitou and Masakazu Fukuda account for most of the cards, with Atsuko Nishida adding additional variety, and single contributions from Kagemaru Himeno. The overall stylistic profile stays focused—central subjects, minimal scene complexity, and a clean palette that prioritizes readability over spectacle.
Kouki Saitou leads the set by volume, followed by Masakazu Fukuda, establishing much of the collection’s consistent, approachable look. Atsuko Nishida contributes additional cards that broaden the character feel, while Kagemaru Himeno appears with a single illustration, adding a small but distinct point of variation.