Half-body portrait of a dark knight emerging from the ashes, embodying a villainous presence. The scene is engulfed in a subtle, burning atmosphere with intricate details in muted tones. The knight looks directly at the viewer, exuding an emotionally profound aura. Captured in sharp focus, the portrait features realistic elements with soft lighting, emphasizing extreme detail in an 8k resolution. The digital painting captures the essence of strength rising from destruction, with no distractions from extraneous details or imperfections. The knight's expression and posture convey a story of resilience, power, and mystery, making it an evocative and impactful image.