Vulpix – McDonald's Collection 2016 (#1)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Vulpix (#1) is a card from Other - McDonald's Collection 2016 released in 2016. It showcases artwork by kirisAki and the Roar attack, Your opponent switches his or her Active Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon.. Cardmarket average sale is €3.73, Floor listings start near €0.10.
- Cardmarket trend price: €4.87
- Recent low listing: €0.10
Card Details
- Set
- McDonald's Collection 2016
- Card Number
- 1
- Illustrator
- 🎨 kirisAki
- HP
- 60
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Ninetales
Attacks & Strategy
-
Roar
[Colorless]
Your opponent switches his or her Active Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon. - Gnaw [Fire] — 10
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Vulpix from McDonald's Collection 2016 represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2016, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator kirisAki.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Vulpix 1 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Vulpix's Roar for Colorless energy. Special effect: Your opponent switches his or her Active Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 60 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Vulpix Cards
Looking for other Vulpix cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McDonald's Collection 2016 #1 ← Current | 60 | 2 attacks | Common | N/A |
�📦 McDonald's Collection 2016 Set Context
This Vulpix is part of the McDonald's Collection 2016 expansion , released as part of the Other series in 2016.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by kirisAki, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Vulpix card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- The illustration by kirisAki resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fire typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Vulpix 1 was released in 2016 in the McDonald's Collection 2016 expansion. This set is part of the Other series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by kirisAki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: McDonald's Collection 2016 is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Vulpix with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Vulpix card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Fire energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Vulpix works best in Fire type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.