Gladiator in an Oasis: A Comic Splash

An epic gladiator in bronze armor with a red plume on his helm stands in a sunlit oasis. Comic book style with bold black ink outlines, vibrant flat colors, and halftone shading. Three-quarter view from a slightly low angle to emphasize heroism. The muscular fighter holds a gleaming gladius in one hand and a round shield in the other, ready for action. Surrounding him are lush palm trees, emerald reeds, and a turquoise pool with sparkling reflections. Dynamic action lines, motion blur, and integrated onomatopoeia like SPLASH and CLANG to sell the comic vibe. Color palette focuses on golds and bronzes, jade greens, sapphire blues, and warm desert sands. Crisp linework, high contrast lighting, and panel-ready composition. Distant dunes or faint pyramids in the background hint at the setting. Family-friendly, no gore, cinematic lighting.