XY
About XY
XY presents a full 146-card spread with 120 Pokémon cards supported by 15 Trainers and 11 Energy, giving the set a clear, collection-like structure. The rarity mix is weighted toward Commons and Uncommons, then steps up through Rares and holo treatments into a smaller tier of EX and Ultra cards. Across the binder, the dominant look is vibrant and upbeat: balanced, simple layouts and focused character staging keep most scenes readable, while select cards push into more dynamic, action-forward framing.
Among the visual highlights, Xerneas-EX{xy1-146}(88) stands out as a polished showcase piece, with M Venusaur-EX{xy1-2}(82) offering a second, more forceful variation on the same high-gloss language. The set’s illustration footprint is led by 5ban Graphics, whose digital and 3D-render sensibility shapes much of the EX presentation, while Ryo Ueda adds sharper motion and graphic clarity. Together, they sit within a wider field of cartoonish, colorful art that keeps the overall mood lighthearted and energetic.
Set profile
Illustrators
5ban Graphics is the primary visual engine here, accounting for a large share of the set and defining its digital, 3D-render finish on many higher-rarity cards. Ryo Ueda is the next most present, bringing crisp motion and graphic structure that complements the set’s preference for clear, focused staging.
