in the heart of a dimly lit, gritty alleyway, a figure emerges from the shadows. clad in a neon yellow jacket adorned with intricate black designs and a matching mask that covers their face, this mysterious figure strides confidently towards the viewer. the mask, reminiscent of a creature from an urban legend, sports pointed ears and a snarl. the figure's attire is completed by tattered yellow pants, which ripple as they move, suggesting a swift and agile gait. in one hand, they carry a sleek silver cane, its handle glowing with an ethereal blue light. the other hand holds a small, black book, its pages flickering with ghostly images. as the figure approaches, the ground beneath them shudders slightly, hinting at the hidden supernatural power lurking within. the walls surrounding them seem to warp and twist, as if reality itself is bending under the pressure of their presence. the air is thick with an unseen energy, a palpable aura that whispers of danger and intrigue. suddenly, from around the corner, another figure emerges this one human, but not quite ordinary. they're dressed in sleek black attire, their hair slicked back with oil. their eyes are fixed on the masked figure, a mix of curiosity and caution evident in their gaze. this unexpected encounter takes place against the backdrop of a cityscape that blends modern architecture with touches of steampunk inspired aesthetics. streetlights cast long shadows, casting eerie silhouettes that dance along the cobblestone pavement. the juxtaposition of these two figures creates a scene that could belong to any era be it victorian london or the near future metropolis yet both feel entirely contemporary and uniquely fantastical., <lora:sdxl_lightning_8step_lora.safetensors:0.6>