A harrowing and captivating scene unfolds, depicting the Dread Cardinal character bound to a stone altar, rendered immobile by mystical bonds that shimmer with otherworldly energy., cloisonnism meets romantic fantasy illustration, bold contour lines with soft decorative flourishes, stylized figures, art nouveau influence, rich color blocking, illuminated backgrounds, medieval and mythological themes, graceful poses, painterly textures with graphic outlines, dreamlike elegance, ornate costume design, moody atmosphere, poetic symbolism, classic illustration aesthetics, narrative scenes with fantasy detail, dramatic lighting, literary visual storytelling