Strong rule: style --- ghibli style ---. Close-up shot of the mural wall. Elara's hand, holding the pale cloth, carefully wipes away a thick layer of black soot from the rough stone. The wiping action reveals a vibrant, hidden painting of a colossal, peaceful, sleeping stone guardian curled up beneath the fiery beings. Elara's face, visible in the reflection or edge of the frame, is filled with pure wonder. The lighting is warm and dynamic, illuminating the newly exposed, rich earthy pigments. The mood is revelatory and magical.
Character appearance reference (MUST match exactly):
- Elara: A young girl around 10 years old with expressive, large hazel eyes and messy, chin-length dark brown hair tied with a faded red ribbon. She wears a soot-stained, oversized linen tunic, thick leather gloves, and sturdy boots. Her face has smudges of ash and a warm, sun-kissed complexion. She radiates a quiet, gentle resilience and deep curiosity. The background features lush, oversized prehistoric ferns and glowing amber volcanic rocks. Studio Ghibli anime style, hand-drawn traditional animation aesthetic, soft cinematic lighting, vibrant earthy color palette, magical and nostalgic atmosphere.
