Strong rule: style --- Cinematic animation, warm and melancholic tones... ---. An elderly golden retriever, its fur now greyed around the muzzle and eyes, lies by the door. Its eyes are filled with a deep, profound sadness and longing, but still hold a flicker of hope. The lighting is the soft, golden hour of late afternoon, casting a warm but somber glow. The dog is looking down a long, empty road.
Character appearance reference (MUST match exactly):
- Dog: Strong rule: style --- Cinematic animation, warm and melancholic tones... ---. A golden retriever, starting as a small puppy with large, hopeful eyes, and gradually aging into a wise, old dog with grey fur around its muzzle and a slightly slower gait.
