Conquer

Conquer was released in 1995 as part of the Ice Age expansion for the Magic: The Gathering trading card game. This set was notable for being the first major expansion sold in standalone booster packs rather than as a supplement to existing base sets, marking a pivotal moment in the game's commercial evolution. Mechanically, the card reflects the set's focus on cold, harsh environments and resource-denial strategies, fitting into the wider thematic exploration of the Dominaria plane during its prehistoric frozen era.

The card’s artwork was provided by Randy Gallegos, an illustrator who became a mainstay of the game during the mid-nineties. Gallegos utilized a somber, illustrative style to depict the harsh reality of the enchantment's effect, which allows a player to exert control over a land by taxing its use. At the time of release, the design was received as a functional, if niche, inclusion in the white color pie, aiming to offer players a way to disrupt opponents' mana development through persistent, taxing enchantments.