Claymation-style illustration. A bearded, elderly fantasy writer wearing a flat cap and round glasses is sitting at a wooden table with a microphone in front of him. Next to him: a teacup, scattered papers, and a pen. Sitting across from him is a young man with long black hair, dressed in a black fur-lined cloak, with a large sword resting beside him. The two are mid-conversation, as if recording a podcast. Behind them on the wall hangs a framed portrait of a silver-haired queen in a flowing gown standing next to a dragon. A black mourning ribbon is tied to one corner of the frame. The lighting is moody and soft, with visible clay textures, sculpted facial features, and stop-motion animation style. See more