Basilisk on the Pier: A Comic-Book Showdown

A basilisk perched on a weathered wooden pier that stretches into a stormy sea, in a bold dynamic comic book style. Thick black ink outlines, dramatic perspective from a low angle, and halftone shading bring the scene to life. The basilisk has emerald green iridescent scales, a serpent-like body, spines along its back, and glowing red eyes. The pier is slick with rain, lanterns cast long shadows, and crashing waves spray against the pilings. The sky is a moody twilight with purples and oranges on the horizon, a distant city skyline and seagulls in silhouette. Use vibrant color blocking with electric greens, blues, and warm sunset tones; include motion lines and splash effects to emphasize action. Optional hero silhouette in the foreground for scale.