A dramatic cover image for a fantasy novel, set in a medieval world. The focal point is Drakari, a minstrel with black hair and clad in vibrant, ornate medieval clothing, standing on a small rowboat amidst a vast, misty ocean. He's singing, his lute resting beside him, capturing a moment of melancholy and determination. In the background, a colossal red dragon, Sryxdal, soars majestically, its wings casting long shadows over the water. The setting sun paints the sky with fiery hues, contrasting with the cool tones of the sea, symbolizing the juxtaposition of Drakari's colorful nature against the vast, mysterious world. In the lower right corner, slightly obscured by shadows and mist, a glimpse of Emily Carter, with long blonde hair and a red cotehardie, is visible behind the bars of a dungeon, her face a mix of mystery and despair. The atmosphere is moody and atmospheric, hinting at both adventure and peril. The style is realistic, with high detail to capture the textures of the clothing, the dragon's scales, and the rough sea, evoking the lh_new_flux_realistic style.