The king was said to be impossibly wise, making the toughest decisions with the certainty of one who has lived several lifetimes and seen all sorts of matters resolved. He would often go down to his private chapel to meditate on the kingdom's problems, not to be disturbed. Some say that a strong breeze could be felt throughout the castle grounds whenever the king's mind was especially troubled.

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Inspired by old stained glass windows in cathedrals.

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Process GIF: The original sketch was too in-your-face and flat, but the rough idea was there. I tried to keep that private, almost religious feel in the final image. I extended the scene, played around with scale and depth and added detail.