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McDonald’s will re‑introduce Pokémon cards in its U.S. Happy Meals from Nov. 5 through Dec. 9, offering collectors a limited‑time chance to obtain 15 different cards. Each booster pack contains four cards—three commons and one holographic—mirroring previous years’ formats, though the specific lineup has not been disclosed. The promotion follows a similar Japanese campaign that featured a Pikachu card with a burger illustration, which sparked chaotic scenes of food waste and prompted McDonald’s to tighten rules on scalping. While the company has not officially confirmed details, industry sources expect an announcement soon. Fans are hoping the U.S. release will include the Pikachu design that Japanese buyers. Collectors will have only a month to complete the set before the promotion ends on Dec. 9.