Death clad in ornate battle armor, mounted on a fearsome monstrous steed, exuding an aura of chilling horror and darkness, with intricate designs and details highlighted by dramatic, photography-style lighting. Striking light rays pierce through the scene, creating a photorealistic, cinematic atmosphere. Subtle cinematic noise adds texture, captured using octane rendering for a sharp focus in 8k resolution. The hyperrealistic imagery is enhanced by VFX post-production and RTX ray tracing lighting, evoking a striking visual reminiscent of ArtStation and CGSociety's renowned artistry, set in a towering 9:16 aspect ratio.