Rising from the heart of the mountains stands this fortified city, known to people as Stoneguard. A name people use because the true, ancient Dwarven name would be unpronounceable without a tongue of stone.
Smoke billows up from dozens of chimneys. Trade caravans rattle past the mighty gate. Every stone in the rock face seems to whisper about hammers, forges and a history carved deep into the rock. Tower after tower climbs up the mountainside, each a sign of perseverance. High above the city, a dragon floats through the mist, a watchful guard or perhaps a remnant of ancient covenants. Below, travellers and merchants approach the fortified entrance with their wares.
This pencil drawing captures the majesty of a civilisation hidden in the bones of the earth. The fine details in the textures, shadows and staggered layers of the city evoke the timeless work of stray hands and devoted hearts.
Brought to life with the help of artificial intelligence and carefully digitally refined, this work is ideal for fans of fantasy, world-builders and anyone who dreams of mountain halls and legends carved from stone.
Let Stoneguard watch over your walls. Proud. Silent. Unshakable.
Created by Artsy Inventor with support from AI.
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