Carriage at the Edge of the Molten River

An ornate horse-drawn carriage on a jagged basalt plateau beside a seething lava flow. The carriage is carved dark wood with hammered iron trim, crimson drapes, brass lanterns, and intricate fittings. A cloaked traveler stands on the steps, gloved hand on the door, torchlight catching their silhouette. The molten river glows orange and red, reflecting off wet rocks as steam and embers rise into a smoky sky. In the distance, a volcano vents ash and smoke. Rendered as cinematic concept art in a painterly digital style: high detail, dramatic lighting, wide-angle composition, moody palette of oranges, reds, charcoals, and gold highlights to convey heat and danger. A fantastical, slightly steampunk vibe underpins the scene.