Shapeshifter Warrior in Edo-Period Japan

A bold, cinematic comic-book illustration set in feudal Japan. In a moonlit Edo-period courtyard with torii gates, cherry blossoms, stone lanterns and paper walls, a shapeshifter stands at the center, morphing between forms: half the figure is a noble samurai in lacquered armor with a drawn katana, half becomes a sly kitsune fox with nine tails, and another dynamic facet shifts into a dragon-like demon with scales and horns. The morphing is fluid, with motion lines and panel-breaking transitions. The art style blends thick black ink outlines, dramatic high-contrast shading, halftone Ben-Day dots, and bold color blocks reminiscent of classic American comics and manga-inspired indie titles. Color palette features midnight blue, crimson, jade green, and gold accents. Background shows temple courtyards, a distant temple silhouette, pagoda rooftops, and drifting wind-tossed cherry blossoms. Dynamic angles, cinematic lighting behind the shapeshifter, and an epic, action-packed vibe.