Abstract
Mascots are emotional characters that are used by brands. Research has proved that they act like a face or a companion who guides consumers to establish an affective link with the company. Since the phenomenal growth of digital platforms, the borderlines between entertainment and manipulation have blurred. This study aims to show how graphic design behind digital mascots plays a key role. This paper is based on interviews, app analysis, theoretical and social science books, journal articles, or meetings with professionals. These discoveries emphasize that movements and facial expressions are key features of mascots. The results revealed that mascot's interactivity and animations have a huge impact on clients. On this basis, this paper indicates that the graphic designer has to take ethical issues into account in his work. Designing a mascot's appearance is not only creating a cute figure. Further research is needed to investigate other factors that could be necessary to study the mascot's impact.