A dramatic portrait of a formidable woman, her gaze steady and piercing, eyes dark and captivating. She poses in a Gothic-inspired gown crafted from deep, sumptuous velvet and delicate lace accents. The dress boasts sharp lines, ornate metal fastenings, and cascading layers of midnight fabric. Atop her head sits a tall, conical hat adorned with intricate veiling, her ebony hair pulled into a sleek, unyielding bun. She grips a slender, ornate silver staff, her expression both authoritative and enigmatic. Behind her looms a tempestuous sky and towering gothic spires, amplifying the intensity and grandeur of the scene.