Whispers of the Forge: Anime Blacksmith in a Ghost Town

An anime-style illustration of a lone blacksmith in a ghost town at dusk. The blacksmith stands at a glowing forge inside a weathered shed, wearing a leather apron and gauntlets, hammer in hand, sparks showering as molten metal meets the anvil. Behind him, abandoned wooden storefronts line a dusty street, saloon doors creak, tumbleweeds drift by, and the wind stirs hanging signs. Warm orange glow from the forge contrasts with cool blue twilight seeping through broken windows, creating dramatic lighting and long shadows. The art style is crisp and vibrant with dynamic poses, exaggerated expressions, and detailed textures on wood, metal, and dust. The composition is slightly low-angle, cinematic, emphasizing motion and grit in an anime aesthetic.