A striking portrait of a formidable woman, her gaze steady and piercing, her eyes deep and intense, stands in a Gothic-inspired gown adorned with rich velvet and delicate lace. The gown boasts bold, angular lines, intricate metallic fastenings, and cascading layers of ebony fabric. She dons a towering, pointed hat with elaborate veiling, as her dark locks are styled into a severe, sleek bun. In her grasp is an ornate, silver scepter, her expression exuding power and gravity. Behind her looms a turbulent, storm-laden sky and majestic, gothic spires, amplifying the dramatic and commanding aura of the scene.