Last Caress

Last Caress was released in 1999 as part of the Apocalypse expansion for the Jyhad/Vampire: The Eternal Struggle collectible card game. Created by Richard Garfield and published by Wizards of the Coast, the game drew heavy inspiration from the gothic-punk aesthetic of the World of Darkness roleplaying setting. This card was designed to reflect the manipulative and often lethal nature of the Kindred society depicted in the source material, serving as a tactical tool within the game's complex political landscape.

The illustrative work on Last Caress captures the dark, atmospheric tone prevalent in the late 1990s CCG boom. While individual artists for early V:TES cards were often overshadowed by the collective visual identity of the game, the card's design was received as a functional staple for players focusing on combat-heavy or attrition-based deck strategies. It remains a recognizable piece for long-time enthusiasts of the game, representing an era when the hobby was expanding into diverse narrative-driven card mechanics.