A man and a woman in dark cloaks stand before gothic ruins and a dark forest. Text: Shadows of the Heart.

Front Cover Layout – "Shadows of the Heart" Characters Placement: Elara: Slightly to the left, angled toward Ignathor. Her stance is confident yet slightly cautious. Hair subtly flows in an unseen breeze, her amber eyes glowing faintly. Dark, battle-worn cloak flares slightly behind her. One hand rests lightly on a repaired wall of the asylum, symbolizing her role in rebuilding and confronting the past. Ignathor: Slightly to the right, angled toward Elara. Strong, protective posture. Arms relaxed but ready; one foot slightly forward on a cracked floorboard to suggest grounding and action. Amber eyes meet hers, carrying intensity and quiet warmth. Subtle armor or layered rugged clothing, showing readiness and resilience. Background: Asylum Ruins: Faded gothic architecture behind them, partially shrouded in mist. Shattered windows faintly reflect moonlight and the first hints of dawn. Forest of the Echoes: Distant trees with twisting branches emerging from mist, framing the asylum but leaving space around the characters. Shadows seem to intertwine with the branches, hinting at lingering danger but not overwhelming the central figures. Lighting: Dim twilight transitioning to faint dawn. Soft gold and amber light hits Elara and Ignathor from the right, creating contrast with cool shadows from the left. Subtle highlights on their eyes and edges of clothing add focus and depth. Atmosphere & Mood: Gothic and mysterious, with hope and renewal threaded in. Shadows twist around See more