McDonald's Collection 2016

McDonald's Collection 2016 presents a tightly edited lineup of 12 Pokémon cards, with no Trainers or Energy to shift attention away from illustration. Each Pokémon appears once, giving the set a clean, evenly distributed structure. Visually, the collection leans strongly into playful, cartoonish rendering and a consistently cheerful tone, supported by simple layouts that keep the subject clear and immediate.

Color does much of the work here: vibrant palettes dominate, often softened with pastel accents and harmonious blends. Dynamic poses appear within otherwise straightforward framing, creating motion without visual clutter. Among the set’s visual highlights are Magikarp and Totodile, both singled out for their art appeal, while Vulpix adds a lighter, character-led charm. The illustrator mix includes repeat contributions from 5ban Graphics and Kanako Eo, helping maintain cohesion across the small card count while still offering subtle shifts in line, texture, and expression.